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Cash Back Credit Cards
The following cash back credit cards feature reward programs that offer cash back or rebate incentives. A Cash Back Credit Card rewards you for using them with cash back incentives and rebate programs. Credit cards with cash rebates and incentives usually require a good to excellent credit rating for approval.

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- Earn a $100 cash back bonus after spending $1,000 in eligible purchases in the first 3 months of Cardmembership
- 0% intro APR on purchases for 12 months, flexibility to pay over time
- Get 3% cash back at supermarkets, 2% cash back at gas stations and department stores, and 1% cash back on all other purchases
- No spend minimum, No enrollment, and No rotating rewards categories
- Get a $25 Referral Bonus for each friend or family member who is approved for the Card
- No annual fee, flexibility to pay over time
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 0% on Purchases |
for 12 months |
17.24%-22.24% Variable |
$0* |
Excellent Credit* |

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- 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for 15 months, then the variable standard purchase APR of 10.99% - 20.99%*
- 5% Cashback Bonus® in categories that change like gas, restaurants, department stores and more. Limitations apply*
- Up to 20% Cashback Bonus at popular retailers when you shop online through Discover.com
- Discover is ranked #1 in customer loyalty--15 years in a row! (2011 Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index report)
- 24/7 access to a U.S.-based Account Manager within 60 seconds
- $0 Fraud Liability plus automatic mobile and email fraud alert options
- Great rewards with no annual fee, no rewards redemption fee, and no additional card fee
- *Click apply to view rates, fees, rewards, limitations and other important information
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 0%* |
15 months on purchases & balance transfers* |
10.99% - 20.99% (Variable)* |
$0* |
Excellent Credit* |

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- American Express® Card and Costco Membership Card in one- with no annual fee for Costco members
- Cash back on the things you buy: 3% for the first $3,000 in annual gasoline purchases (1% thereafter), 2% for restaurants, 2% for travel, and 1% everywhere else, including Costco
- Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in overall satisfaction by current TrueEarnings® Cardmembers from Costco and American Express
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 0% on Purchases |
for 6 months |
15.24% variable |
$0* |
Excellent Credit* |

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- 25,000 Membership Rewards® points when you spend $1,000 during your first three months of Card membership
- Global Travel benefits: Priority Pass select airport club access, No Foreign Transaction Fees, Global Entry expedited U.S. immigration pass
- Up to $200 in Airline Fee Credits annually to cover incidental charges on your airline of choice, including checked - baggage fee
- 24/7 Platinum Card® Concierge service for assistance with reservations, travel, gifts, and more
- Fine hotels & Resorts Program: exclusive upgrades and amenities at over 700 boutique, resort, and luxury hotels worldwide
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| N/A* |
N/A* |
N/A* |
$450.00* |
Excellent Credit* |

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- Earn 10K Membership Rewards® points, redeemable for select gift cards valued at $100, when you spend $1,000 in your first 3 months of Card membership
- Exclusive access to Gold Card Events- select concerts, shows, major sporting events, and more
- Purchase Protection covers loss, theft, and damage of eligible items within 90 days of purchase
- Redeem Membership Rewards® points for an exclusive array of travel, shopping, dining and entertainment rewards.
- Get approved in 60-seconds.
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| N/A* |
N/A* |
N/A* |
$125 annual fee |
Excellent Credit* |

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- Earn Cashback Bonus® for your good credit management
- 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for 15 months, then the variable standard purchase APR of 10.99% - 20.99%*
- Up to 20% Cashback Bonus at popular retailers when you shop online through Discover.com
- Discover is ranked #1 in customer loyalty--15 years in a row! (2011 Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index report)
- 24/7 access to a U.S.-based Account Manager within 60 seconds
- $0 Fraud Liability plus automatic mobile and email fraud alert options
- Great rewards with no annual fee, no rewards redemption fee, and no additional card fee
- *Click apply to view rates, fees, rewards, limitations and other important information
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 0%* |
15 full months on Balance Transfers and Purchases* |
10.99% - 20.99% (Variable)* |
$0* |
Excellent |

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- No annual membership fee
- Low variable rate of 9.25%, 12.25%, or 15.25% based on the creditworthiness. This APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate.
- Introductory APR on Balance Transfers of 1.99% for your first 6 billing cycles. After that, your APR will be the same as your assigned purchase rate, based on your creditworthiness.
- Earn 1% in cash back credit on all qualifying purchases
- No limit on cash back; no expiration date on eligibility for accounts in good standing
- Travel accident coverage up to $500,000
- Online access to credit card account information
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 1.99% on balance transfers |
6 months on balance transfers |
9.25%, 12.25%, or 15.25% |
$0* |
Excellent Credit* |

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- 0% intro APR on purchases for 9 months, then the variable standard purchase APR of 13.99% - 20.99%*
- 5% Cashback Bonus®* in categories that change like gas, restaurants, department stores and more. Limitations apply*
- Up to 20% Cashback Bonus at popular retailers when you shop online through ShopDiscover.com
- Up to 1% unlimited Cashback Bonus on everything else you buy
- $0 Fraud Liability plus mobile and email fraud alert options
- Great rewards with no annual fee, no rewards redemption fee, and no additional card fee
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 0% on Purchases* |
9 months* |
13.99%-20.99% (V)* |
None* |
Fair Credit* |

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- 0% intro APR on purchases for 9 months, then the variable standard purchase APR of 13.99% - 20.99%*
- Double Cashback Bonus®* at gas stations and restaurants
- Up to 20% Cashback Bonus at popular retailers when you shop online through ShopDiscover.com
- Up to 1% unlimited Cashback Bonus on everything else you buy
- $0 Fraud Liability plus mobile and email fraud alert options
- Great rewards with no annual fee, no rewards redemption fee, and no additional card fee
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 0%* |
9 months* |
13.99%-20.99% (V)* |
$0* |
Fair Credit* |

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- Get $25 Cashback Bonus®* when you make your 1st purchase within 3 months
- 0% intro APR on purchases for 6 months, then the variable standard purchase APR of 13.99% - 20.99%*
- 5% Cashback Bonus®* in categories that change like gas, restaurants, department stores and more. Limitations apply*
- Up to 20% Cashback Bonus at popular retailers when you shop online through ShopDiscover.com
- Up to 1% unlimited Cashback Bonus on everything else you buy
- $0 Fraud Liability plus mobile and email fraud alert options
- Great rewards with no annual fee, no rewards redemption fee, and no additional card fee
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| Intro APR |
Intro APR Period |
Regular APR |
Annual Fee |
Credit Needed |
| 0% on Purchases* |
6 months* |
13.99%-20.99% (V)* |
None* |
Fair Credit* |
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