18 Feb 2008 04:38:22 | Jim Partridge
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Understanding how interest costs are charged will help you make
informed decisions about the responsible use of your credit
card. Used properly, your credit card provides a fast and easy
way to access funds without having to carry a large amount of
cash.
How You Can Minimize Interest Charges Here are some suggestions
to help minimize the interest charges on your credit card:
* Pay your credit card balance in full each month.
* If you decide not to pay off your balance in full, try to pay
more than the minimum balance due.
* If you carry a balance from one month to the next, consider a
credit card with a lower rate of interest.
* Understand the interest charges and fees being applied to
your credit card account. For example, remember that with cash
advances, interest begins to accrue as soon as the cash is
advanced, and with credit card issued checks, interest begins to
accrue once the check has been cashed.
* Be aware that the quicker you pay off your outstanding
balance, the less interest you'll pay.
* Consolidate your debt from higher interest cards-like
department store cards to a lower interest credit card.
* Make payments on time. Take advantage of helpful tools like
automated payment options and the use of credit card checks.
* Be a careful buyer and know the cost of using credit cards.
Be sure to read the important information in the credit card
agreement mailed to you when you receive your credit card.
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