Why you can trust this offer
- Issued by a US bank. Yendo cards are issued by Cross River Bank, Member FDIC, under license from Mastercard.†
- A licensed lender. Yendo Inc. is registered under NMLS #2429415 and holds state lending licenses. Check it on NMLS
- Reports to all three credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion.
- Rated 4.3 out of 5 by 819 customers on Trustpilot.
- Covered by Fortune and NerdWallet.
- Protected by US law. As a credit card, it’s covered by federal cardholder rights. See your rights
What you get
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How the Yendo card helps you
- Credit when your score alone isn’t enoughYendo looks at your car’s value, your income and your credit together, not just your score.
- No cash depositYour car secures the card, so you don’t have to tie up cash like with a typical secured card.
- A limit up to $10,0003Based on your car’s value, your income and your credit.
- Spend in about 2 minutes2If approved, you may use a virtual card right after you accept: up to 40% of your limit, max $1,500, until your card arrives.
- Build your credit historyYendo reports to all three credit bureaus every month, so on-time payments can count in your favor.
- Keep driving your carNothing changes day to day. Still paying it off? You may still be eligible.
- 1.5% cash back4As a statement credit on eligible purchases when autopay is on.
Good to know: your car secures the card, so missed payments could put it at risk. It works best if you can pay at least your minimum every month.
When your score decides everything
- You apply for a card and get turned down because of your credit score.
- A secured card wants a cash deposit you’d rather keep.
- Short-term loans can come with steep fees.
There’s another way. If you own a car, Yendo looks at its value, your income and your credit together. So your score isn’t the only thing that counts.
Up to $10,000 in credit3. Part of it ready in about 2 minutes2.
Yendo is a credit card secured by your car. If you’re approved, you may be able to use a virtual card about 2 minutes after you accept your offer, while your physical card is on its way. You keep driving your car.
- Check your offer, in about 1 minute1Answer a few questions about you, your income and your car. According to Yendo, checking won’t affect your credit score.
- See your limit before you acceptIf you’re pre-approved, you see your credit limit, up to $10,0003. Accepting triggers a full credit check.
- Use your virtual card in about 2 minutes2After approval and verification, eligible customers may use up to 40% of their limit, max $1,500, right away.
- Get your full limitThe 40% cap applies until your physical card arrives by mail.
Before you apply: your car secures the card, and missed payments could put it at risk. Repay what you spend, like any credit card. Read Yendo’s terms for rates and fees. Full disclaimers
From first tap to card
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Yendo vs. a typical secured card
| Feature | Yendo | Typical secured card |
|---|---|---|
| What you put up | Your car, not cash | A cash deposit |
| Credit limit | Up to $10,0003, based on your car, income and credit | Usually the size of your deposit |
| Your car | You keep driving it | Not involved |
| Credit reporting | All three bureaus, monthly | Usually reported |
| If you don’t pay | Your car could be at risk | You can lose your deposit |
Yendo details according to Yendo. “Typical secured card” is a general description; terms vary by card.
What you’ll need
- Basic details about you and your income.
- Your car’s details. Yendo handles the title transfer with your state’s DMV electronically, or you can mail it in.
- Still paying off your car? You may still be eligible. Yendo can refinance your auto loan in the same application.
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How US law protects you as a cardholder
- Clear terms before you acceptUnder the Truth in Lending Act, the card’s rates and fees must be shown in a standard table. Read it before you accept.
- Notice before big changesUnder the CARD Act, you get at least 45 days’ notice before a rate increase or other major change, and in most cases you can reject it by closing the account and paying off the balance under the old terms.
- Time to payYour bill must reach you at least 21 days before the payment is due. No over-limit fees unless you agree to them, and payments above the minimum go to your highest-rate balance first.
- Dispute billing errorsUnder the Fair Credit Billing Act, write to the card company within 60 days of the statement. It must confirm within 30 days and finish its investigation within 90 days. You don’t have to pay the disputed amount meanwhile.
- Limited liability for fraudIf your card is used without your permission, federal law caps what you owe at $50.
- Fair treatmentUnder the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, you can’t be turned down because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status or age. If you’re denied, you have the right to know why.
- Your credit reportYou can check your reports for free at AnnualCreditReport.com and dispute any mistakes with the credit bureau.
- Your carBecause your car secures the card, Yendo’s terms and your state’s laws decide what happens if you stop paying, and those rules differ from state to state. Active-duty servicemembers may have extra federal protections.
Something wrong? Contact Yendo first. If that doesn’t solve it, you can file a free complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau at consumerfinance.gov/complaint or contact your state attorney general.
General information about US federal law, not legal advice. Your state may give you more protections.
Before you decide
Will checking hurt my credit score?
According to Yendo, no. If you accept an offer, Yendo runs a full credit check, which can affect your score.
Do I have to give up my car?
No. You keep driving it. According to Yendo, it stays yours as long as you make at least your minimum payments.
Is this a loan?
No, it’s a credit card. You spend up to your limit and pay it back like any credit card. Your car secures the card.
What if I miss a payment?
Missed or late payments may be reported to the credit bureaus and could put your car at risk. Read Yendo’s terms before you accept.
Where is Yendo available?
Not in AK, DE, HI, IA, ME, MD, MA, MN, SD and VT. Availability varies by state.
Before you apply
- Your car secures the card. Missed payments could put it at risk.
- Accepting an offer triggers a full credit check.
- Read Yendo’s terms for rates and fees.