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The Perfect Cards for the Holidays

Friday, November 10th, 2006

With all the shopping you will do this holiday season, why not shop with a card that pays you back with cash rewards, or gift certificates, or travel rewards? Here are two cards from Chase that will make the season even more jolly:

THE CHASE FREE CASH REWARDS(SM) VISA® CARD
The Chase Free Cash Rewards(SM) Visa® Card gives you the extraordinary benefit of earning points for every purchase and the power to choose your rewards. Redeem your points for great rewards including cash and gift certificates. The only hard decision will be how to spend your rewards!
Card Benefits:

  • Earn 1 point for every dollar in purchases - Choose from a variety of great brand name products.
  • 1,000 Bonus Points with your first purchase
  • Intro 0% Fixed APR for up to 12 months* on all purchases and balance transfers The time period for the introductory APR and the balance transfers to which it will apply will be based on our review of your application and credit history
  • No Annual Fee
  • Get your rewards with as few as 2,500 points
  • Choose from either a $25 check or a $25 gift card/certificate from leading national merchants for every 2,500 points earned

THE CHASE FLEXIBLE REWARDS PLATINUM VISA® CARD
The Fast Track to Rewarding Vacations!

Earn points faster with the Chase Flexible Rewards Platinum Visa®. Earn travel with as little as 25,000 points. There’s no quicker way to earn your next vacation.

  • 0% Introductory APR* for up to 12 months on all purchases and balance transfers.
  • No Annual Fee
  • Earn 1 point for every dollar spent
  • Redeem for airline tickets, hotel stays, or car rental
  • Apply Now and Start Earning Points!

Elvis® Lives!

Wednesday, October 4th, 2006

Monterey County Bank recently introduced the new Elvis Presley™ Prepaid MasterCard®, a card for people with bad or no credit.  No one is turned down (contingent upon identification confirmation; see site for details), and no credit checks are required.  There is no annual fee, but you should be aware that there are fees associated with the card, including a monthly maintenance fee of $6.95.  See the Terms and Conditions for a full fee schedule.  You can load as much as $2500.00 on this card.  Click here for more details.

Business Rewards from Chase

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2006

In July, Chase announced their new GM Business and Continental Airlines Business cards.  These two rewards cards are great tools for any business—they make your business expenses really count! 

The GM Business Card from Chase not only gives you an introductory 0% APR for up to 12 months, but it also helps you to purchase your next GM vehicle.  You will earn 3% on business expenses such as fuel purchases, restaurants, office supply stores, and you will earn 1% on all other purchases.  Plus, you can get free cards for your employees, which could increase your earnings significantly.  Click here for further details.

The Continental Airlines Business MasterCard® from Chase, as the name suggests, helps you earn travel rewards from Continental Airlines.  You will earn 15,000 Bonus Miles after your first purchase, double miles at participating restaurants, and one mile per dollar on other purchases.  The introductory APR is a fixed 7.99% for 6 months on both purchases and balance transfers.  Click here for more information.

If You Love Cash… You’ll Love This Card!

Monday, October 2nd, 2006

Monterey County Bank is now offering a special edition card that honors the legend of Johnny Cash™.  The Johnny Cash™ Prepaid MasterCard®, intended for those with poor or no credit, requires neither credit checks, nor a security deposit, and no one is turned down (contingent upon identification confirmation; see site for details).  Cardholders can load as much as $2500.00 on the card.  While there is no annual fee, there are miscellaneous fees associated with this card (as with other prepaid cards), and we recommend that applicants become familiar with the Terms and Conditions.  Click here for further information.

Disney Rewards® Visa® Card from Chase

Monday, September 25th, 2006

Chase recently announced changes to the Disney Rewards Visa® Card. Now you can enjoy the 0% Intro APR for up to 12 months, as well as 0% financing on Disney vacation packages for 6 months.

The Disney Rewards card allows you to earn Disney Dream Reward Dollars (SM) with everyday purchases like groceries and gasoline. You will also receive a $15 gift card upon approval, and you can redeem your rewards at Disney hotels, restaurants and theme parks (no block-out dates)-and to buy Disney DVDs, toys and more!

And if all the above isn’t enough, you will enjoy all the Chase Visa Platinum benefits, and no annual fee. Click here for more details.

Advanta Platinum BusinessCard with Rewards

Wednesday, August 23rd, 2006

There have been some changes that have taken effect for the Advanta Platinum BusinessCard with Rewards offer.

Chase Universal Entertainment MasterCard®

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006

Chase Universal Entertainment MasterCard® is now offering 4 FREE movie tickets instead of 1.

Why is the Chase Universal Card so cool?

Qualified applicants can Get DOUBLE points on select Universal Studios Theme Park purchases. Also you can earn 1 point for every US dollar you spend. Get your first reward for as little as 900 points.

You will enoy 0% intro APR for up to 6 months based on your credit history and the results of the application. No Annual Fee for this credit card. Opening Weekend Tickets to Universal Movies. Discounts on Universal Studios Theme Parksm tickets, merchandise and more.

Chase Platinum Visa

Sunday, February 12th, 2006

With Chase Platinum Visa, you’ll enjoy 0% interest for the first twelve months, and a low interest rate thereafter.  Other benefits of this offer are the purchasing protection (zero liability on unauthorized purchases), and free travel services, including auto rental insurance and worldwide travel accident insurance.  It’s also easy to manage your account online.  Click here for more details.