Canadian credit card debt mounts amid a year of turbulent financial conditions. In an economic environment battered by …
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Credit Card Debt Stacking Up? Here’s How to Cope
Credit cards are an attractive short-term solution when money is tight, but they must be handled with care. Going into credit card debt without an exit strategy could cost you lots of money — and damage your credit in the process. Here’s how to balance the risks and benefits of using credit cards to bridge the gap.
Following a schedule, using automated withdrawals and paying more than the minimum can go a long way. Forty-three percent of Canadians currently have …
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Getting a joint credit card can make spending easier, but there are important things to consider before taking the leap. Becoming a joint user on a …
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