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How long does it take for APS' CreditBuilder to enable?

RocketMan1234
RocketMan1234 Posts: 3 Newbie
in Credit file & ratings
Hi,

I think I had this card about 3 or 4 months ago and I still can't enable the CreditBuilder which is the main reason why I got it.

Tried ringing them a few times but Customer Service said they can't overwrite the eligibility criteria and it seems to be random from what I can see of it.

Anyone got any idea how long it takes? Is there any way to speed it up?

Thanks.

Comments

  • Ben8282
    Ben8282 Posts: 4,821 Forumite
    1,000 Posts Combo Breaker Newshound!
    edited 13 June 2017 at 4:40AM
    As far as I am aware there are no additional eligibility criteria for CreditBuilder. Not sure how you conclude that it is random.
    Of course, in order to add CreditBuilder you do need a pay monthly account (an account with a monthly fee). For obvious reasons, it is not available with a pay as you go account (an account without a monthly fee).
    As soon as you change your account type to pay monthly you will be able to add it with no problems.
  • RocketMan1234
    RocketMan1234 Posts: 3 Newbie
    How do I add to pay monthly?

    Thanks.
  • DCFC79
    DCFC79 Posts: 40,644 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    Why didnt you just get 1 of the credit cards for improving credit file eg aqua credit card.
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