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May 26, 2006

Funny Money Friday: Bizarre Credit Cards

Money doesn't have to be boring! Each week, CreditBloggers.com takes a look at the lighter side of the personal finance world in a series called Funny Money Friday.

35dyFor nearly every interest, hobby, school or organization imaginable, there is a corresponding credit card these days. Creditors have found that consumers love "customized" credit cards and have launched thousands of unique offers. And this marketing trick works! For many borrowers, the colors and logos on the card matter more than the rates and fees.  For Funny Money Friday we're looking at some of the weirdest credit cards out there:

  • World Series of Poker Card - Cash in your rewards for poker merchandise and buy-ins to poker tournaments. Fund your gambling habit with a low 13.99% APR!
  • Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Rewards - Love fishing? You'll love this credit designed just for bass fishermen. Use your rewards to buy bait and tackle.
  • mtvU Platinum Select for College Students - Who cares if it has a high 17.74% ARP, students can earn tickets to spring break or the MTV music awards. No mention of books or classes, but students do get rewards points for having good grades.
  • Trump Card - From the classiest man on earth comes the world's finest credit card. Earn points toward comps at Trump casinos. But don't forget who you're dealing with here, this card's rate goes as high as 22.24%.
  • Starbucks Student Card - Fuel those late night study sessions with a special credit card designed for caffeinated college students. Rewards points go toward buying more coffee!
  • Cigar Platinum Visa - Show everyone that you love a good smoke with a credit card designed for cigar enthusiasts. No special rewards, just a credit card featuring a picture of a cigar.

This is just the tip of the iceberg! There are thousands of wacky and weird customized credit cards on the market today. Do you have one of these bizarre credit cards? Is there a customized credit card that you would like to see designed? Share your weird credit card offer suggestions in the comments section below! Happy Friday!

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