Do You Know How Credit Cards Work?

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    When you spend money on a credit card, you don't have to worry about it until your credit card balance is due.
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    Spending money on a credit card can be dangerous
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    If you don't spend anything else on your credit card except your existing balance, your interest amount will stay the same each month until you begin to pay off your balance.
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    You don't need to know what your credit cards APR is.
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    Interest rates charged by credit cards are generally pretty low.
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    Compound interest means your outstanding balance grows quicker and quicker with each passing month.
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    Banks will often approve you for a higher credit limit than you can afford.
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    If you pay your minimum amount each month, your finances are under control.
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    You should always try to avoid withdrawing cash with your credit card.
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    Credit cards can help your credit score.