How to Avoid Credit Card Pitfalls

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Tip 1 - 8 Potential Pitfalls of Credit Cards

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by JOUANDIN Bernard | permalink

When choosing or using a credit card, read the fine print and avoid cash advances.
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For further reading: http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/2013/11/19/8-potential-pitfalls-of-credit-cards ^[1]

Tip 2 - 6 Common Credit Card Pitfalls to Avoid

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Eastman Entertainment | permalink

These slip-ups could set up you up for a serious credit dilemma.
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For further reading: http://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/my-money/2011/10/03/6-common-credit-card-pitfalls-to-avoid ^[2]

Tip 3 - Avoiding the Pitfalls of Credit Card Debt

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Kim Meyer | permalink

Today, consumer debt is out of control. The average credit card debt per household with at least one card is $8,940—and climbing! Why are so many people in debt? How can you avoid this snare?

For further reading: http://rcg.org/youth/articles/0202-atpoccd.html ^[3]