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Horizon Gold / Horizon Card Services review: dishonest business practices! 232

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I signed online for this card February 2, 2007, thinking that it was a mastercard or visa. I waited two weeks for the card to arrive. Meanwhile then took the 79.95 from my account immediately. When the card arrived I was stunned to see that it was neither a mastercard nor a visa. You have to log into a site and shop for their products and they say they report this to TransUnion. I sent two emails immediately for they was closed. I told them that I thought they were dishonest and that they had deceived me. The very next day I got three emails from this company and also called and was told they would credit me 34.95 back to my account. I said I would contact my attorney general office, then I was place on hold. Okay, we will credit you 59.95 back. I said, you took 79.95 from me, I want all my money back for I never used any of your services nor did I order any of your junk. Needless to say, 20.00 is still outstanding and it will fight for it. Below is a couple of emails from this company.

Denese-

We have canceled your account. Cancellation confirmation is 31647. Also, your refund of $59.95 was processed, it should appear back in your account in 24-72 hours.

Thanks-
Amber

Dear Denese,

I am sorry that you feel you were "scammed". First and foremost, remember that the Horizon Gold Card was designed to help people re-establish their credit. Is this what you are looking to do? It's difficult and very risky to offer high-end items to a customer base that is rebuilding credit. Plus, large items are expensive to ship.

Credit works the same whether you are using a credit card on a shopping site or to purchase gas. Our card is a true credit card that reports back to a major credit bureau every 30 days.

We do have a partner site we can provide you with that offers a Visa. They do require an employment check as well as a credit check. Is your credit score high enough to support being approved for a Visa right now?

Being very familiar with our advertising, I know that Horizon Card Services does not advertise our Gold Card with a Visa or MasterCard logo. That WOULD be deceitful. We also make ALL Terms and Conditions available to applicants during the application process. I've attached a copy in order for you to review again.

We do require all of our customers wishing to cancel to call our Member Services at toll free 1.800.251.6144.

Thank you,
Kim
Member Services

----- Original Message -----
From: [protected]@aol.com
To: [protected]@thehorizonoutlet.com
Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 4:52 PM
Subject: Feedback

I am very disappointed in this company. I never thought I was getting a card to shop online for the garbage that I see on the site. I really feel scammed by this company and will be filing a complaint with the better business bureau. I never thought that once you took the 79.95 from my account that I was not getting a credit card (visa or mastercard) you have deceived me and I am really upset about this. Your merchandise is trash.

DENESE BROWN.

STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY!

Update by Denese Brown
Nov 28, 2007 11:27 am EST

I have received lots of emails from those who have been scammed as I have or have their own doubts about the company. Most have requested a valid number to call. Here is the number to call immediately to cancel.

[protected]

I am not able to give much more help. I hope that my posting has helped others not fall prey as I did and those who did, I hope my posting has given you the strength and courage to stand up and fight back.

Best Wishes To All,
Denese Brown.

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Alan Wade
, US
Nov 19, 2022 2:52 pm EST

I do not want this card please stop you stop taking money out of my card

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Velma Delcambre Charles
, US
Nov 19, 2022 11:36 am EST

i order to king size pillow and a disappointment so i call to return them but to return cost about the price i paid for them . so a cancel my service with them because service suck and them to .

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Antdawg
, US
Mar 11, 2020 11:15 pm EDT

I've been charged a 6.95 fee from my debit card and I want my refund did not order the horizon Card Services so there for I should get my cash back

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Keeley K
, US
Mar 07, 2020 11:00 pm EST

My bank was charged 6.95 from horizon card service and I don't have any credit card or online credit with them I do not want to open any line of credit I want my money back I did not authorize any charges

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Leslie Kelly
, US
Feb 05, 2020 10:56 am EST

They charged me 6.95 twice and I never signed up for this I need refund I seen it in my email but did not order this card how they got my credit card number I have no clue please help thank you

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Jamesm0711
, US
Dec 21, 2019 1:49 pm EST

I saw on my bank statement a $6.95 debit from horizon card services and I did not approve this. I would like a full refund

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Colleen Weikel
, US
Nov 18, 2019 3:05 am EST

I did not want that amount to be taken out of my account please reimburse me it I need my money please thank you

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Mason9403
, US
Nov 09, 2019 8:09 am EST

Hello my name is Dannie Mason and I been canceled this [censored]. If I don't get my money back asap I'm going to contact the better business BUREAU and FCC about your fraudulent charges against me. I call 2or 3 times to cancel. Don't take another dime from me.

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FaithDahl2020
, US
Nov 06, 2019 9:14 pm EST
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Hi I called twice yesterday to unsuspend my account and I paid the $6.85 to do so. I never received my card so an electronic one was supposed to be emailed to me for now and I never received the email. I am very upset and would like my card so I can use it or my money back.

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judyporter
, US
Sep 30, 2019 6:52 pm EDT
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I was lead to believe the card could be used in multiple places. Lots of hidden charges. I am on social security and cannot afford this type of card. I feel like I am being taken advantage of and want a refund on their initial fee of $29.95 and cancel card.

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armyvetswife2018
, US
Jul 15, 2019 3:02 am EDT

This card is an absolute joke! I'm being charged 26 dollars a month(and have been for quite some time now) for a card I can't [censored]ing use! I will be contacting an attorney as well as the better business bureau! Trust and believe I'm getting my money back!

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Heather Akers
, US
Jun 15, 2019 12:37 pm EDT

I tried getting a card through y'all and I wasn't approved but ur trying to take the money off a card I have no money on nor did i receive credit so I'm asking u to please stop before u put me in the negative with my card! My name is Heather Akers and my email address is hakers71966@gmail.com if u need further information!

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William Mcgriff
, US
Jun 02, 2019 3:58 am EDT

I would like to cancel my card. My name is William mcgriff.

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ATWT-OLTL Hughes-Buchanan
, US
May 19, 2019 4:00 pm EDT

I have Emailed you all twice asking that you all not charge my prepaid card at all, because I gave you all the wrong number and I don't the card charged. My Card better not be charged.

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Bullethead
, US
Feb 25, 2019 7:25 pm EST
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Paid fee of 14.95 to get a horizon gold card and was told I would get it in 7 business days. It's been 3 weeks now. Where is my card that I paid the process fee for and was approved for?

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Thomas Braxton
, US
Feb 12, 2019 1:38 am EST

My name is Thomas Joe Braxton I have been approved for this Horizon credit card and I contacted customer service about the card I was wondering when I should be expected it

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Ebronfarrakhan
, US
Feb 11, 2019 12:39 pm EST
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Simone was tryna order a card and it took money off my actual debit bank card with was 30 sumthin dollars . I'm tryna get n touch with y'all customer care repp today .. I will be calln back around 8 or 9 I need to speak to someone this is not right

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Ronald61
, US
Nov 20, 2018 2:33 am EST
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I want a refund ! you's can keep your card Ronald Watson [protected] this card is not what I thought it was there for this bank card will do me no good at all I will not use this card in my life time.

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Nancy Whitney
, US
Nov 15, 2018 4:12 am EST

I was taken to this horixan gold site and did not order a credit card or anything. The next thing I know they are taking money from my debit card without any authorization. How can thy do this. I am on disability and cannot afford this type of thing.

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Sabrina Renee Monhollen Turner
, US
Nov 12, 2018 10:39 am EST

I have been charged ever month for over a year $24.95. I was never aware when I applied for the credit card, that I would have to pay monthly. I don't want this account. I have never used it. What this company is doing is robbing every person that is trying to make a life for themselves.

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Tracey Crowder
, US
Nov 12, 2018 1:13 pm EST
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I don't even have an account with you guys let alone a bank card so can you please return my money please and cancel my subscription too. Thank you so much sincerely yours Tracey crowder

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Tracey Crowder
, US
Nov 06, 2018 10:16 am EST
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I don't know how in the world could you guys just take money from others people account, and this is not a real cried card we can't even use it at the grocery stores or at the shopping malls, so can you return my money please thank you sincerely yours Tracey crowder

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Anita A Alexander
, US
Nov 04, 2018 3:00 pm EST

I didn't give Horizon Gold permission to take money off of my account 695 can you please put it back is no reason for you to take it off without my permission

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Melanie Camacho
, US
Oct 22, 2018 12:04 am EDT

My debit card was charged for the amount of $6.95 I had already unsubscribed to it why did it just charge my debit again for $6.95 ? I want my full refund for both charges and I want you to stop charging my account

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Staci Amos
, US
Oct 16, 2018 5:59 am EDT

Past two months I have had unauthorized fees deducted from my account. I did not authorize this and I want my money back, $7.95 deducted this month and last month. I don't even own a Horizon card!

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Cynthia TerryRasler
, US
Oct 16, 2018 5:45 am EDT

I thought I was getting a real credit card what a joke! I will not activate it, it's only for online crap, i am trying to better my credit but not like this. It is very misleading and you can't talk to a live person what's up with that?

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Carl Walding
, US
Sep 18, 2018 3:09 pm EDT

I want to be assured my card is on the way I want to know why it said insufficient funds and still took the money off I have a photo attached to confirm horizoncard took money out with know assurity

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Cindy1972
, US
Sep 19, 2018 4:52 am EDT

I made my payment on time and paid down extra on my bill but im order for my credit score to rebound i need this stuff reported to tje credit bureaus and it s not beong. Reported what's the sense if your not doing your part

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Milissia
, US
Aug 21, 2018 1:04 am EDT
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I never got a card called twice n it's on my credit but can't use it please send my card if it's on my report send it I'm waiting on it since2011 that's 7 years what's going on let's get it together

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Martin compton
, US
Aug 21, 2018 3:22 am EDT

I did not apply for this card. I was charged 24 dollars and want a refund. You can reach me at [protected]. Please cancel this card. I lost my phone and have not recovered it, my wallet too, so someoneone else applied for this, i did not.

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Cdubb
, US
Aug 20, 2018 5:19 pm EDT

I paid for a card and never received the card. It was supposed to be a 500$ credit limit. I have not received my card, but the fee was paid

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jessica durkee
, US
Aug 20, 2018 8:43 pm EDT

why wont it take my card as payment it wants a credit card i wanted to use my horizon gold card why cant i want to know asap
it this where i ask cant seem to tell why is this si hard to do ive been looking at website for 2 weeks making a cart list now i have one and cant get it sent to me not happy

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MDJennings84
, US
Aug 14, 2018 7:42 am EDT
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I was not informed that this card could only be used on their website until afterwards. I expect a full refund

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priscilla
North Highlands, US
Jan 07, 2009 11:57 pm EST

I am really upset that I fell for this obvious scam to rip people off for their money. The reason I decided to try it was because it said it was a CREDIT CARD, and that they would report all transactions to the credit bureau, which would help improve my credit. On the first letter I recieved at the top of the page in the right hand corner it planly states " Finally, the credit card you deserve?" Above that is their logo in bold type, and beneath it in small print it says credit card! In the second letter I got it stated that " My credit card will be mailed to", followed by my address. In the third letter I recieved I was informed that my new Horizone Gold credit card with a $500.00 initial credit limit was being processed and should arrive soon. When I finally got the card I was very angry, so I tried to call them to cancel it but I was unable to find a phone number where I could reach them.I did find a email address so I sent them a message that I did not appreciate being taken advantage of and that I di not want their service.I have never used the card but they are still charging me every month with a total so far of $152.00. I know that I am not they only one that has been ripped off by this company! So, can't something be done? Thank you for your time, Ms Lang

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Teri Lombard
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Apr 29, 2008 7:33 am EDT

They will charge your card monthly. I tried to cancel this and they would not refund my monthly payment which actually was pending in my account. If you get this card...throw it away. You really can't use the items they want to sell. They charge twice as much for the items...then when you try and cancel they won't refund the monthly charge...

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Stamp out fraud
, US
Aug 08, 2016 5:00 am EDT
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offered $500 credit line on a new card, but took $29.95 from my checking account without my permission. Thier telephone number is bogus.

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julia lemons
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Aug 08, 2016 5:00 am EDT

I applied on line for a Horizon Gold Credit Card on 9/7/07. In checking my bank balance on 9/11/07 after making a deposit, I found that I had been charged $149.00 by Consumer Trust whom I have never heard of. I got a phone number from the bank, I then called this Consumer Trust Finance . I informed the lady that answered of my complaint, she informed me that this was for a $2500. catalog shopping spree on line. I informed her that I was going to dispute this, as I never ordered this. She then stated that my account had been canceled. I then asked her about my money that had been taken out of my account, I received no specific answer as to whether my money would be returned.

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nothappyaboutit021
Oneida, US
Aug 08, 2016 5:00 am EDT

this horizon credit is a fraude I would like to get my deposit back please let me know any info on that If that company can contact me I will give them a peice of my mind and it will not be nice. Madd and pissed off.

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Aug 08, 2016 5:00 am EDT

Well Here goes ...Horizon Gold CRedit Card Thats Right thats the First trick...You think credit Visa/ Master Card NOOOOOO ITS NOT...2nd they want you in your dessperation to forget about the terms agreement involed so its not really avaialbe to read to much later on down the road...3rd trick you can not view there wonderful shopping site until you are approved MEMBERS ONLY FIRST THEN you can see the crappy stuff for sale that you would not even give to your worst enemy. Also your credit does not get reported for 60 - 90 days so expect to be pateint. 4th trick In the mean time watch your credit with them closely. Horizon Gold right from the start Got my address wrong then...maybe so they can delay the cancellation process by the time you firgure out whats going on. then its to late they got your money BYE BYE. it you fight them you will still be paying 20.00 for a piece of s plastic. 5th trick when you stay on with them they said my other credit card company wont pay them there monthy fee of $ 6.00 maintenance fee i have plenty of avaiable funds for them...in the mean time they suspened my account twice with no notifcation...i asked if i didnt check all there mistakes would could you suspending my account effect my credit ...they said yes ...Just think this company pushes how they can help rebuild your credit yeah right beware of this company ... thats another thing they send no statement to you at all...I asked if i cancell would it affect my credit they said it wont be a postive ...when i spoke with supervisiors they had an answer for everthing ...they say now i have to call them to make sure the payment goes through... what an inconvience i dont trust this company at all but it seems i AM STUCK WITH THEM FOR NOW...jUST BEWARE AN WAtch them like a hawk...also there customer service in no good not professional at all...I KEEP PRESSING THEM FOR SOME DECENT ANSWERS THEY SAID SORRY I HAVING a long day iam tried ...I WONDER WHY!1

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debrah beaudry
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Aug 08, 2016 4:59 am EDT

i filled out horizons app, i thought i was getting a regular credit card. this is a misleading offer and i am very upset because i just gave them the rest of the money i had for the month to live on. i see they did this to a lot of people its like highway robbery, I would like to know if something can be done with this frequent problem. tyvm

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