• Editor's Rating: 9.0
  • Consumer Rating: (3 ratings) 9.0
Intro APR: N/A
Regular APR: 9.99% - 19.99%
Annual Fee: None
Intro Period: N/A
Balance Transfer: Yes*
Credit Needed: Excellent

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  • 0% Intro Annual Percentage Rate (APR)† on balance transfers and cash advance checks for your first 15 billing cycles.
  • Earn 1 Point for every dollar you spend in net retail purchases.§ Points are redeemeable for cash, brand name merchandise, travel with no blackout dates dining certificates and more.
  • No Annual Fee
  • Free 24/7 Concierge Service
  • Absolute Fraud Protection

EDITORS' RATINGS OVERALL SCORE

9.0

Overall

The Bottom-Line

A good card if you have balances you need to transfer and want to benefit from a flexible rewards program as well.

The Good

This card offers a very flexible rewards program for unrestricted travel, cash back or more. The 0% APR for a year is a terrific feature if you need a cash advance or relief from high credit card balances.

The Not So Good

Not much negative with this card. The regular interest rate is a little on the high side if you have a preferred account. Points expire in 5 years.

CARD DESCRIPTION

The Bank of America WorldPoints Platinum Plus MasterCard is another great WordPoints card that gives you the benefits of a Platinum membership. This is a good card choice if you want to transfer balances over from other cards and you can benefit from the flexible rewards system. You also have no annual fee and cardholder benefits such as a 24/7 concierge service.

You have your choice of rewards from unrestricted travel, cash back and more. There is also a 0% introductory APR for the first year on your cash advances or to transfer other card balances with higher interest rates. You earn points on all of your regular retail purchases. The only real downside is that your points have to be used in 5 years or they expire. The APR will then raise to between 9.9% and 15.99% based on your credit score.

Some additional benefits to this card is that you get complete fraud protection against unauthorized purchases as well as a one year warranty, free secure online bank account access and much more. You can take advantage of the great low rates and impressive rewards program offered with this card.

Cardholders receive additional Platinum perks with the Ultimate Access program that delivers exclusive admission for unique experiences, sports memorabilia, events and more. Be sure you note that this is a good credit credit card and those with less than good credit may not enjoy the same benefits from this card.

Read Customer Reviews (Last Reviewed: Aug 15, 2008)

DETAILED EDITORS' RATINGS

9.0

Introductory APR

0% APR for first 12 months on balance transfers and cash advance checks

9.0

Benefits

This card offers a points program that rewards you in cash, unrestricted travel, hotel benefits, and more. Cardholders also benefit from the Ultimate Access™ rewards program that offers unique experiences, sports memorabilia, events and more.

8.5

Fees

No annual fee; 3% of each transfer or advance

8.5

Regular APR

9.99% for Platinum Plus/15.99% for Preferred accounts