[avira_tk]

Originally Posted by prabhu789

Guys, Since I have an ICICI account, I already have a pre-approved Credit Card which I can apply instantly. Just wanna check with you if there is any downside of owning ICICI Amazon Pay Credit Card?

Since its mostly for online purchases, I guess this card will suffice my needs. Hope I can use this card on Flipkart too for Cashback and discounts.

The EMI rates are at 18%, which is quite high, if you wish to convert to EMI. The cash back is instant, along with statement generation. You should check the discounts on offer, then apply for a card from that issuer, if you are pre-approved, then getting a card is a matter of choice on your part.

[noopster]

Originally Posted by avira_tk

The EMI rates are at 18%, which is quite high, if you wish to convert to EMI.

What do you mean by this? I have on occasion been made offers to waive interest on EMIs but isn't 18% interest quite standard to convert a spend amount into EMI? Are there card which do it for lower?

[avira_tk]

Originally Posted by noopster

What do you mean by this? I have on occasion been made offers to waive interest on EMIs but isn't 18% interest quite standard to convert a spend amount into EMI? Are there card which do it for lower?

Yes, the usual figure is 12.5-13.5% for 3-6 months, around 14% for 9 - 12 months and 15% for 18-24 months. This card has one of highest rates I've seen, HSBC , SBI and HDFC all charge lower.

[cavarun]

Cred +

1. I am using it for making payments to a particular credit card from numerous (read 4 or 5 Bank Accounts).

Cred -

1. It requires SMS permission compulsarily,

2. It also asks for email & location permission (which I have not provided.)

Originally Posted by adimicra

any CRED users here?
Thinking of using CRED mainly for credit card bill payments.
Would like to have some quick review/feedback.

I am normally trying to declutter and reduce the number or cards/apps etc. I use, unless there is real value add. So, a bit skeptical to install the CRED app (I keep on getting the Ads every now and then)

Hi friends

Looking to get a credit card (specific to Indian Oil) for fuel spends. Right now I have a Citibank indian Oil card which is serving the purpose, but with the Axis Bank merger, I want to check other options (preferably powered by Rupay).

Thanks.

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[turbospooler]

Originally Posted by vignesh207

Hi guys, need an opinion. I recently upgraded from LTF regalia to Diners black and started facing acceptance issues with diners black from day one. After multiple mails, HDFC is ready to upgrade me to Infinia as FYF but I'm not sure if I'll be able to meet the spend for every year. However I'm also thinking that renewal fee is credited back as points so it'll be worth it.

Is it worth the upgrade or should I downgrade back to LTF Regalia (Diners Black doesn't work for me, lots of issues with acceptance especially with regular purchases).

Paid Infinia is much better than LTF Regalia due to its sheer ability to give higher reward rate, better lounge access (Regalia lounge access has been restricted to only metros), higher bracket on SmartBuy Gift Voucher purchases and reward point transfer partners.

Regards,
Person who made the same credit card journey (Regalia-->LTF DCB--> Paid Infinia)

Originally Posted by cavarun

hi friends

looking to get a credit card (specific to indian oil) for fuel spends, right now have Citibank indian oil card which is serving its purpose. but with axis merger want to check on the option (preferably powered by Rupay)

thanks

HDFC Indian Oil is also a good card as well as Axis Indian Oil. Both of these are much better than Citibank's offering as it was very restrictive.

[nagr22]

Hello Bhpians,

I have to purchase close to 8L worth of gold jewellery and I am interested in extracting maximum credit card rewards during this purchase. I currently hold the following cards,
1. Amazon pay Icici
2. Icici platinum
3. Yes first exclusive
4. HDFC Diners rewards
5. Flipkart Axis

A year ago I tried using flipkart axis for a high value jewellery spend and was disappointed to later find out that the TnC of this card has mentioned clearly that no rewards for jewellery. I don't want to make the same mistake again. I have two months to make the purchase, so I am open to apply for a new card. My preference would be to either get direct cashback or travel rewards (would love to experience an international business class trip )

[arvindmanju]

Originally Posted by nagr22

I have two months to make the purchase, so I am open to apply for a new card. My preference would be to either get direct cashback or travel rewards (would love to experience an international business class trip )

I would recommend exploring Standard Charted Ultimate card or AMEX credit card.
AMEX usually has discounts/ cash backs on some of leading jewelleries brands. AMEX platinum travel cards has good travel rewards.

[DetectiveMiles]

Originally Posted by cavarun

Cred +

1. I am using it for making payments to a particular Credit card from numerous (read 4 or 5 Bank Accounts).

Cred -

1. It requires sms permission compulsarily,

2. it also asks for email & location permission (which i have not provided.)

You can just revoke the sms permission after intial login is done. I have done this (Android user here).

[dass]

I have an upcoming school fees to be paid to the tune of Rs.80k. The school charges around 1% additional for credit card payments. I have the following LTF CC's and wondering how I can maximize this payment. I have funds to pay this off in one go, so not looking at converting it to EMI either. Please suggest which card to use for the maximum benefits.

CC's I have : Regalia, IDFC First, ICICI Coral, ICICI Amazon Pay, SCB Titanium, AU Bank.

[grshnehete]

Originally Posted by dass

I have an upcoming school fees to be paid to the tune of Rs.80k. The school charges around 1% additional for credit card payments. I have the following LTF CC's and wondering how I can maximize this payment. I have funds to pay this off in one go, so not looking at converting it to EMI either. Please suggest which card to use for the maximum benefits.

CC's I have : Regalia, IDFC First, ICICI Coral, ICICI Amazon Pay, SCB Titanium, AU Bank.

I have seen an option to pay school fees using the CRED app. I have not got the chance to pay it as of now, but proceeded just to check. If the school is not listed in their list, they will ask us to enter the account number, IFSC code of the school just like in bank transfer. Not sure if at the end, some charges are added or not.

[adi.mariner]

I didn't know there was an option of paying school fees through Cred. These are the charges applicable for paying school fees.

[grshnehete]

Originally Posted by adi.mariner

I didn't know there was an option of paying school fees through Cred. These are the charges applicable for paying school fees.

I have seen lot of portals now add 1-1.5% charges while paying through Credit Cards. How do BHPians use the cards to fulfill the yearly spends? Because all big spends are charged extra like school fees, home maintenance, property tax payments.

Till now, I am using fairly basic cards, but want to get some premium card which will give better benefits, but not sure how to fulfill the yearly spends.

[AZT]

Originally Posted by grshnehete

I have seen lot of portals now add 1-1.5% charges while paying through Credit Cards. How do BHPians use the cards to fulfill the yearly spends? Because all big spends are charged extra like school fees, home maintenance, property tax payments.

As long as you are getting a higher reward value for the transaction, it is still a win. Such big spends also help in meeting annual spend criteria which makes the card free. Cards which let you convert your points to Airline partner programs or Hotel partners like Marriott / Hilton have the best ratio of value derived.

[vinu_h]

Originally Posted by nagr22

Hello Bhpians,

I have to purchase close to 8L worth of gold jewellery and I am interested in extracting maximum credit card rewards during this purchase. I currently hold the following cards,
1. Amazon pay Icici
2. Icici platinum
3. Yes first exclusive
4. HDFC Diners rewards
5. Flipkart Axis

I've realised 1% rewards from spends on gold via Apay ICICI. Rest not sure.

[dass]

Originally Posted by grshnehete

I have seen an option to pay school fees using the CRED app. I have not got the chance to pay it as of now, but proceeded just to check. If the school is not listed in their list, they will ask us to enter the account number, IFSC code of the school just like in bank transfer. Not sure if at the end, some charges are added or not.

The school was not listed here and they were not forthcoming to provide the account number either. So, I used a friends axis flipkart card to make the payment. This card gives 1.5% cashback on all transactions and I should get an effective CB of around 0.7% post deduction of the transaction fee. It is still worth compared to paying them directly.

This got me thinking, which are the LTF cashback cards available in market? This axis one is no longer LTF.