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Studies show that over 75% of college students have a credit card, and they can be a great asset for a student. Credit cards are convenient, can help build a good credit history and can help young people learn money management skills.

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When and Why to Avoid Using Your Debit Card
September 15, 2011 – 5:20 am | 2 Comments

When it comes to debit cards, many of us find them incredibly convenient and less of a burden than credit cards. After all, not only do retailers appreciate the lack of added-on credit fees, but it prevents you from racking up loads of debt by limiting you to only what you currently have in the bank.

Credit or Debit? It’s Becoming Harder to Tell the Difference
September 3, 2009 – 6:30 am | 3 Comments
Credit or Debit? It’s Becoming Harder to Tell the Difference

Last March, we did a breakdown of debit cards vs. credit cards to show you the differences between the two plastic doppelgangers. Fast forward two years, and suddenly, the ying is starting to look and …

Who Do You Trust With Your Debit/Credit Card?
April 28, 2009 – 2:57 am | 14 Comments
Who Do You Trust With Your Debit/Credit Card?

It always amazes me how willingly people hand out their account information, even something as simple as a debit card. Admittedly, I’ve let my boss run over to Chipotle to get lunch with my debit …