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2. Avoid Cash Advances

2. Avoid Cash Advances

Credit card issuers prefer that you use your card for making purchase payments, if instead, you withdraw cash at an ATM, for instance, you get charged a transaction fee, finance charges and a higher interest rate. It’s the most expensive transaction you can make with a credit card.

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These Ideas show how to enjoy the rewards that come with using a credit card while also avoiding the threat of drowning in debt.

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