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Old Oct 5, 2013 | 8:51 pm
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Originally Posted by fl9999
You will have better luck to get your next card from Amex in short timeframe, as they will give consideration based on your existing relationship with them.

Build your 6 months to 1 year credit history, then apply for more cards from Chase and other prime lender. If you consider to apply under 1 year timeframe, then consider to apply for cards that may not have minimum CL requirement of $5000.
So the next time a good offer comes up for a "real credit card" Amex, like the Starwood, I should jump on it?
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