Foundation Secured

Starting a credit history from zero.

★★★⯪☆ 3.9

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Overview

The Foundation Secured is an illustrative building credit card best suited to starting a credit history from zero. It earns no rewards — credit building focus, and carries a no annual fee.

Highlights

Refundable security deposit
Reports to major bureaus
Path to an unsecured card

Things to consider

Deposit required up front
No rewards program

Is it a fit?

Consider this card if you align with its strengths and meet the suggested No credit history credit profile. If you are unsure, the card finder can compare it against your spending, or run the numbers in the payoff calculator.

Key terms (illustrative)
Annual fee	No annual fee
Rewards	No rewards — credit building focus
Intro offer	No intro APR offer
Sign-up bonus	No sign-up bonus
Regular APR	24.99% – 29.99% (variable)
Suggested credit	No credit history
Best for	Starting a credit history from zero

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