I received an email from a visitor regarding the issue of maximum balance transfer fees. In general, it is safe to assume the maximum balance transfer fee is $75 or 3%, whichever is greater. However, never assume anything when it comes to credit card companies.
As I’ve reported recently, a number of credit card companies have lifted the ceiling on balance transfer fees. Individuals transferring less than $2500 need not be concerned, as the maximum fee on a balance transfer of that size or less will be no more than $75. The issue of no limit balance transfer fees only effects individuals transferring more than $2500. If you fall into this category, then it is vitally important to examine the fee disclosure in the terms and conditions of your credit card application.
For example, a typical balance transfer fee disclosure will state that there is a, “3% balance transfer fee, up to $75, for every balance transferred with this offer.” A credit card that does not cap the maximum fee will simply state that there is a, “3% balance transfer fee for each transaction.”
Failing to notice this key disclosure can be costly. For example, if you make a $10,000 balance transfer with a 0% APR credit card that does not cap balance transfer fees, the cost of transferring your balance skyrockets from $75 to $300! That’s a hefty penalty for failing to read the fine print.
Fortunately, avoiding a massive balance transfer fee is simple. All you have to do is read the fine print. For additional information on balance transfer fees, visit the 0% APR balance transfers section of Smart Balance Transfers where you can compare balance transfer applications and apply online for approval. Additionally, you can cut out fees altogether by applying online for a no fee balance transfer credit card. Just remember to read the fine print before you submit your application.
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