Yes, a 26.99% APR is high for a credit card, as it is above the average APR for new credit card offers. Credit card APRs can be much lower, and some cards offer an introductory 0% APR for a certain number of months, which can save you a lot of money.
Keep in mind that your 26.99% APR should apply only when you carry a balance from month to month. If you pay off your full balance by the due date each month, you won’t accrue interest on any of your purchases on most credit cards, because there is a grace period between when your billing period closes and your due date. So, if you plan to pay in full monthly, you don’t need to worry about the APR and can focus on other features such as rewards.
You can learn more about what a good interest rate is and compare the best credit cards on WalletHub.
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