I was approved for the arrival card yesterday.

I did not apply for a new credit in one year.

This is my first barclays card.

I see it as valuable at 2 points per dollar as well as the 10% bonus. You are getting more points which worth more Dollars. Their step down version is comparable to chase saphire preferred alas the fact that ultimate rewards mall has better points per dollar spent and the ability to transfer mileage to airlines and hotels program.

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