CREDIT CARDS SPOTLIGHT
What Are the Real Advantages of Plastic?
Lenders continuously promote new privileges and benefits for using their cards. How can you tell the true perks from the look-alikes such as convenience checks that carry higher interest rates? The Motley Fool's Dayana Yochim explains ...
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· The Dark Side of Credit Cards
Seven Useful Benefits
1. Convenience -- How much cash can your wallet hold?
2. Budgeting Technology -- Lenders track spending for you
3. Reputation Boosting -- Can build credit worthiness
4. The Float -- You can borrow free for 30 days
5. Openness to Negotiations -- Your business is wanted, ask away
6. Corporate Might -- Can get help with retail disputes
7. Cops and Robbers -- Protects your cash from fraud
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Find the answers to your questions on debt management, credit, budget and ID Theft.
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