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Report: First PREMIER Bank

Category: Banks

First PREMIER Bank - South Dakota First PREMIER Bank MasterCard CON ARTIST PRAYING ON THE LESS FORTUNATE BY OFFERING CREDIT CARDS AND CHARGEING OUTLANDISH FEES Sioux Falls South Dakota

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First PREMIER Bank

Phone:  800-987-5521
Fax:  
P.O. Box 5519
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57117-5519
U.S.A.

Submitted: Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Last posting: Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Reported By

Hanover Township, Pennsylvania

I never applied for this MasterCard, but I recieved a credit card from First PREMIER Bank. I opened the envelope to find the CENTENNIAL Credit Card attached to this letter stating: CONGRATULATIONS! You have been approved for a First PREMIER Bank Credit Card. Under that it states the following:

Account Number: xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx
Expires: 0X/10
Credit Limit: $250.00
Initial Fees: $179.00
Available Credit: $71.00
First Payment: $25.00

What you need to know about YOUR new First PREMIER Bank Credit Card:

Sign Card: Your card is active and ready to use. There's no need to call to activate. Please sign the back of your card immediately.

Make Payment: Your first statement should arrive in 7-10 days, allowing you to make your first $25.00 minimum payment.

Payment Options: An important step to maintaining credit is making timely payments. Here are three easy ways to make payments to First PREMIER Bank:
1. Return payment with your statement or mail to:
First PREMIER Bank
P.O. Box 5147
Sioux Falls, SD 57117

2. Visit www.mypremiercreditcard.com
3. Call 1-800-987-5521 for access to our 24-hour AUTOMATED SYSTEM.

Now hmm, something seems wrong here already. I recieve a credit card that I DID NOT APPLY FOR, and now I OWE THEM MONEY? How does this happen?

I then waited for the statement to arrive in the mail to see just exactly what I was being charged for and to my surprize I am billed for the following:

PROGRAM FEE of $95.00
ACCOUNT SET-UP FEE of $29.00
MONTHLY SERVICING FEE of $7.00
ANNUAL FEE of $48.00

all at an interest rate of 19.90% and the DAYS IN THE BILLING CYCLE where 30. I checked the post-mark on the envelope the credit card came in and it is marked June 24, 2008 and where it gets weird is on the STATEMENT THAT I RECIEVED the STATEMENT CLOSING DATE was June 23, 2008.
Not only did I NOT apply for this card, when i called the 800 number you cannot speak with a LIVE PERSON. I wish to cancell this card but have no way to get intouch with anyone, there ISNT even an option to speak with anyone on this automated system. I went onto their website to see if I could find out anything there but I had to Enroll first and just for enrolling the card was charged $3.95. Amongst the noumerous charges I have encurred just for trying to cancel this account my question is will i ever be able to cancel this account? I am making the $25.00 payments and each time I pay it, I am being charged $7.00 just for paying. Is this lawful? Can they do this? All I want is to be able to cancel this account and I have no way to do it. Can someone please help?

Christina
Hanover Township, Pennsylvania
U.S.A.






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Update

Submitted: Monday, August 11, 2008

Posted: Monday, August 11, 2008

Collectionsgenius

Sioux City
U.S.A.

Easy Fix

If you have made no purchases on the card, all you need to do is request the company complete a non-use closure. This will allow you to close the account while not being held responsible for the start up fees. Or if you seriously did not apply for the card, request the company to complete the processeses neccessary to report a fraudulant application.

I do want to add that the company involved is actually a good credit card company to turn to if you are in the need of improving your credit score. You must always remember your intentions of the card when swiping or making the payments on it. Make timely payments and remember to keep a low balance on it. This card can improve your credit score when being smart, or can put you much further in debt if misused.
Update

Submitted: Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Posted: Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Budwiseass

Daytona
U.S.A.

hooked int their "live Chat"

This is the transcript of the chat that was supposed to be live. see for yourself....

Megan Says: Wait! Before you go, we'd like to offer you our First PREMIER Bank Gold Card with +0.0% APR on purchases for 12 months. That's reduced from 9.9%! CLICK HERE to Apply. + CLICK HERE to see rates, fees, costs and limitations.

Megan Says: Please type 'HI' or 'HELLO' in the space below to let me know you are there...

Megan Says: We'd like to help, even if your credit is less than perfect. CLICK HERE

You: hi

Megan Says: Hi and thanks for chatting with me! CLICK HERE and Know within 60seconds if you are APPROVED!

Megan Says: Our Goal is Simple. If you're having problems getting a credit card due to past credit history, you've come to the right place.

You: too many fees

You: you emailed me

Megan Says: First PREMIER Bank was established in 1929 and is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We are a registered member of the Better Business Bureau and a member of FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation). We serve well over 3,000,000 accounts today.

Megan Says: Looking for a credit card that's right for you? Even if you have less than perfect credit we'd like to help. Apply now and get your approval in 60 seconds! CLICK HERE.

Megan Says: There is an account Set-up Fee of $29.00 (one-time fee), a program fee of $95.00 (one-time fee) and an annual fee of $48.00

Megan Says: For a complete list of fees please CLICK HERE

Megan Says: We'd like to help, even if your credit is less than perfect.

You: this isnt live its deceitful, how can i trust you

Megan Says: Enjoy the benefits of First PREMIER Bank -- 0.0% APR on purchases, Reports monthly to 4 Major Credit Bureaus, The prestige of a Gold Card and Quality Customer Service!+ CLICK HERE to see rates, fees, costs and limitations.

Megan Says: No this is not a scam. If you elect to close your Account within 30 days of receiving your credit card contract and before you make any additional charges to the card, the four initial fees will be refunded to you.

Megan Says: So you have nothing to lose! CLICK HERE now to get started!

Megan Says:CLICK HERE to apply now for our BEST offer and get a Low +0.0% APR on Purchases for 12 Months while you enjoy Gold Card Prestige and Quality Customer Service. + CLICK HERE to see rates, fees, costs and limitations.

Megan Says: Best of All Know within 60seconds if you are APPROVED! Would you like to take advantage of this last-minute offer?

You: i have 4 cards w/ no fees

Megan Says: Remember, even if you have less than perfect credit we'd like to help! Get a decision in 60 seconds and you could have your MasterCard® with a low APR on purchases!

You: this has beed cut and pasted and will be posted on rip off report.com

Megan Says: The application process is fast and easy and you can have your MasterCard® in days! Get the credit you deserve. Would you like a link back to the application page?
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