What is an introductory (or intro) APR?
An introductory annual percentage rate (APR) is a temporary APR that typically changes to a higher rate after the intro period (typically 3-12 months). Many people make use of these promotions to make a large purchase (or purchases), which they can then pay off in a series of months. Some credit cards have an intro APR attached to only purchases, some have an intro APR attached to only balance transfers and some have an intro APR attached to both balance transfers and purchases. Every credit card is a bit different and promotional offers often change, so be sure to thoroughly look over the terms and conditions for each specific card before applying.
