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Using a credit card will put you in debt, but knowing your limits and how to use credit cards accurately will make you able to pay your credit card expenses while enjoying the rewards/benefits. The majority of credit card holders do feel like they can purchase anything they want, which is a common mistake, especially for new credit card holders.

If only most credit card users know how to handle their usage of their credit cards they won't think that way. Having a huge debt is their own mistake for spending over their budget, instead of identifying first the limit of their capability to pay the credit cards, they tend to purchase more than they can pay.
It’s better to use a card that doesn’t have an available credit limit, this will save you from a lot of problems. And this is not as difficult as it might seem, you simply reduce your credit limit to zero, or better yet, open a card at the bank on which the credit function is not available. Then you will add some amount to the card and use only your available money. And if you allow uncontrolled spending of money, especially credit, for which you will still have to pay interest, then this will only be unnecessary additional expenses.
Is this a debit card or real credit card?
In our country credit cards have a credit limit, however, some do not have a limit (unlimited) if they are approved with a black card. This is the first time I heard about a credit card with no limit and only uses your available money. If a function like this is available, better to apply and use this to avoid overspending.
Dont know if those black cards exist without having that kind of limitation on which i do only read these things on a book.  Cheesy
If this one really exist then for sure it is really just to those elites who are really that eligible on holding that card and its not something that ordinary person could get a hold of.
For credit cards then the banks would really be deciding on how much credit limit that they are putting and we know that you are really that giving out those income information and other related stuffs
and they are the ones who would really be putting up those limits and of course they cant really just give out some limits if they do see that you arent that qualified for that.
Banks are smart they cant just give out so easily if you cant be able to repay it on time on the moment you had reached our your max limit.

Debit card is different literally on which it would really be that basing on the money that you had saved up into that account.
So it would really be understandable on how much you could only spend.
These cards aren't fiction; they're a reality for the financial elite, a symbol of creditworthiness and high economic standing. I've read the same books, seen the same stories, but I know for a fact that these cards exist. They're not for the average person; they're for those who have reached a pinnacle of financial success that most can only aspire to

Now, when it comes to credit cards, banks are indeed the gatekeepers of credit limits. I know this because I've dealt with these institutions extensively. They scrutinize your income, your financial habits, your credit history before they assign you a limit. They're not in the business of handing out free money. They want to know, can you repay what you borrow? If the answer is uncertain, they'll tighten the reins. It's not personal; it's prudent economics

As for debit cards, they're different . They're tied directly to your money, your savings, your financial reservoir. The limit is what you have; it's your money, after all. It's straightforward, no illusions of extra wealth. It's a reflection of your financial discipline, how much you've saved, not how much credit a bank deems you're worthy of. It's a practical tool for practical spending, nothing more, nothing less
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Using a credit card will put you in debt, but knowing your limits and how to use credit cards accurately will make you able to pay your credit card expenses while enjoying the rewards/benefits. The majority of credit card holders do feel like they can purchase anything they want, which is a common mistake, especially for new credit card holders.

If only most credit card users know how to handle their usage of their credit cards they won't think that way. Having a huge debt is their own mistake for spending over their budget, instead of identifying first the limit of their capability to pay the credit cards, they tend to purchase more than they can pay.
It’s better to use a card that doesn’t have an available credit limit, this will save you from a lot of problems. And this is not as difficult as it might seem, you simply reduce your credit limit to zero, or better yet, open a card at the bank on which the credit function is not available. Then you will add some amount to the card and use only your available money. And if you allow uncontrolled spending of money, especially credit, for which you will still have to pay interest, then this will only be unnecessary additional expenses.
Is this a debit card or real credit card?
In our country credit cards have a credit limit, however, some do not have a limit (unlimited) if they are approved with a black card. This is the first time I heard about a credit card with no limit and only uses your available money. If a function like this is available, better to apply and use this to avoid overspending.
Dont know if those black cards exist without having that kind of limitation on which i do only read these things on a book.  Cheesy
If this one really exist then for sure it is really just to those elites who are really that eligible on holding that card and its not something that ordinary person could get a hold of.
For credit cards then the banks would really be deciding on how much credit limit that they are putting and we know that you are really that giving out those income information and other related stuffs
and they are the ones who would really be putting up those limits and of course they cant really just give out some limits if they do see that you arent that qualified for that.
Banks are smart they cant just give out so easily if you cant be able to repay it on time on the moment you had reached our your max limit.

Debit card is different literally on which it would really be that basing on the money that you had saved up into that account.
So it would really be understandable on how much you could only spend.
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Using a credit card will put you in debt, but knowing your limits and how to use credit cards accurately will make you able to pay your credit card expenses while enjoying the rewards/benefits. The majority of credit card holders do feel like they can purchase anything they want, which is a common mistake, especially for new credit card holders.

If only most credit card users know how to handle their usage of their credit cards they won't think that way. Having a huge debt is their own mistake for spending over their budget, instead of identifying first the limit of their capability to pay the credit cards, they tend to purchase more than they can pay.
It’s better to use a card that doesn’t have an available credit limit, this will save you from a lot of problems. And this is not as difficult as it might seem, you simply reduce your credit limit to zero, or better yet, open a card at the bank on which the credit function is not available. Then you will add some amount to the card and use only your available money. And if you allow uncontrolled spending of money, especially credit, for which you will still have to pay interest, then this will only be unnecessary additional expenses.
Is this a debit card or real credit card?
In our country credit cards have a credit limit, however, some do not have a limit (unlimited) if they are approved with a black card. This is the first time I heard about a credit card with no limit and only uses your available money. If a function like this is available, better to apply and use this to avoid overspending.
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It’s better to use a card that doesn’t have an available credit limit, this will save you from a lot of problems. And this is not as difficult as it might seem, you simply reduce your credit limit to zero, or better yet, open a card at the bank on which the credit function is not available. Then you will add some amount to the card and use only your available money.
I've never seen a credit card with zero available credit. What kind of CC is this?
This is probably the third time in this forum that I've read about a CC that you can top up. Can you give us a link so I can understand better as it looks like you are referring to a debit card.

It's better to have a credit limit from the CC that I am familiar since this allows you to control your spending.
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Using a credit card will put you in debt, but knowing your limits and how to use credit cards accurately will make you able to pay your credit card expenses while enjoying the rewards/benefits. The majority of credit card holders do feel like they can purchase anything they want, which is a common mistake, especially for new credit card holders.

If only most credit card users know how to handle their usage of their credit cards they won't think that way. Having a huge debt is their own mistake for spending over their budget, instead of identifying first the limit of their capability to pay the credit cards, they tend to purchase more than they can pay.
It’s better to use a card that doesn’t have an available credit limit, this will save you from a lot of problems. And this is not as difficult as it might seem, you simply reduce your credit limit to zero, or better yet, open a card at the bank on which the credit function is not available. Then you will add some amount to the card and use only your available money. And if you allow uncontrolled spending of money, especially credit, for which you will still have to pay interest, then this will only be unnecessary additional expenses.
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Do you believe that someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases rather than credit cards is demonstrating financial literacy? Many argue that people tend to be financially reckless when using credit cards, often forgetting that it involves borrowing money. In various Netflix TV shows depicting individuals in debt seeking advice from financial advisors, the most consistent suggestions for getting out of debt are usually to cut up their credit cards and transition to making cash payments.

Individuals who avoid using credit cards tend to have a higher probability of being debt-free, showcasing financial discipline, and experiencing greater satisfaction compared to those reliant on credit cards. What are your thoughts on this stance?

  Rather than demonstrating financial acumen, owning a credit card demonstrates the ignorance of other credit card users. The majority of credit card users are still deeply in debt. Rather than having no debt, you or we caused ourselves pain by doing something that caused us to have a problem.

  Others even say that they wish they had never asked for credit in the first place. While having credit is nice in the beginning, you'll first notice and determine whether you have it when you start making monthly payments. Is financial literacy a legitimate term?

Using a credit card will put you in debt, but knowing your limits and how to use credit cards accurately will make you able to pay your credit card expenses while enjoying the rewards/benefits. The majority of credit card holders do feel like they can purchase anything they want, which is a common mistake, especially for new credit card holders.

If only most credit card users know how to handle their usage of their credit cards they won't think that way. Having a huge debt is their own mistake for spending over their budget, instead of identifying first the limit of their capability to pay the credit cards, they tend to purchase more than they can pay.
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This is choice, if I decide to use cash for purchase or payment of any stuff I want to buy, it just my personal decision and reason best known to me, from my personal view I don't think that anyone that's using cash for payment is exhibiting financial literacy, personally I spend a lot when I have cash in my possession this differs with individuals, people tends to like different form of payment and is personal, when I use credit card for pay am always very careful about my expenses, am very discipline with money in general, I have the knowledge that any amount you spend will never come back to you, this have reposition my level of expense, I don't like to mismanage money knowing fully well that it was not easy for me to get it.
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There are those who are poor but knowledgeable in financial literacy—I mean, the poor—who struggle to get out of poverty and create a life through a tiny business that, with time, increases till it grows.

However, when the others here started their tiny business, they did not have credit cards. They may not have been aware of financial literacy, but the fact that they have built their little business demonstrates that they are doing things that necessitate proper financial awareness in order to manage the firm they established.

Others merely use credit cards to keep up with trends or with social climber pals.
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Do you believe that someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases rather than credit cards is demonstrating financial literacy? Many argue that people tend to be financially reckless when using credit cards, often forgetting that it involves borrowing money. In various Netflix TV shows depicting individuals in debt seeking advice from financial advisors, the most consistent suggestions for getting out of debt are usually to cut up their credit cards and transition to making cash payments.

Individuals who avoid using credit cards tend to have a higher probability of being debt-free, showcasing financial discipline, and experiencing greater satisfaction compared to those reliant on credit cards. What are your thoughts on this stance?

  Rather than demonstrating financial acumen, owning a credit card demonstrates the ignorance of other credit card users. The majority of credit card users are still deeply in debt. Rather than having no debt, you or we caused ourselves pain by doing something that caused us to have a problem.

  Others even say that they wish they had never asked for credit in the first place. While having credit is nice in the beginning, you'll first notice and determine whether you have it when you start making monthly payments. Is financial literacy a legitimate term?
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Discipline! Discipline! Disciple! Is the number one factor here.
I know, that not using credit cards limits how frequently we make unnecessary transactions and somehow that plays a good role in increasing our saving habits but that shouldn't close the fact that it is more convenient to make transactions via your credit card and because the world has seriously evolved past the stage of going out with huge physical cash as there is a high chance of theft or chances that the money can get missing, the credit card becomes a necessity for all.

If you are disciplined enough you will be able control how frequent you make transactions using your debit card.

You can also decide to open an account for savings without collecting a debit card and have another which is for spending. Then you deposit a budgeted amount you wish to spend for the month into the account and you try not to spend more than that amount every month and that way you will be guided on how much you are to spend on a regular bases.
Indeed! Discipline and self control on which you would really be needing this thing in the first place because if you wont then most likely you would really be messing up your life  with credit cards.
I have that horrible experience and past about credit cards on which i have been paying for minimum amount due for almost 2 years on which simply means that paying up only the interest
because i cant really be able to repay it in full on which i did suffer on paying it up for a while and promise myself that i would really be never on carelessly be using up my credit card
if it wont really be that necessary. Its really that a lesson learn for me on which you would really be having that kind of impression on the time that you would really be
experiencing for yourself.

Its true that it is really that indeed beneficial if you do really know on how to make use of it, it turns out that people or humans are really that not much in concern about their spending.
As long they do know that they are really that capable on doing things then this is where they would really be that using up things without even
knowing about the risks. They would really be only mindful when they are experiencing problems.
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It is all relative. Debt can be good sometimes. When the interest rates are lower than the interest rates, it is a brilliant idea to borrow money because the prices will go up in value faster than the interest you are going to pay. As long as you know what you are doing cc or cash can be better in different situations. People go nuts when they hear the word “debt” but they don’t know how amazon become that big. They paid no taxes because they borrowed so much money and made investments. That’s a loophole in the taxing system which everyone can take advantage of. There are two kinds of debt: Good debt and bad debt. If you are borrowing money to build something productive, then it is good debt.
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I don't have credit card but I use pay later services on ecom sites because with this payment method returns are faster, I pay the accured amount before the due date, it increases my credit score which is extra bonus, I find nothing wrong with it despite in past myself despising credit cards.

Whether literate or otherwise, credit cards are fine as long you pay on time. It might be hard to do so for CC addicts, hence may be financial advisors recommend using cash for payments.
It depends on how much self-control one has if they have a credit card because lack of patience and self-control can make people do things that they might regret later but since the credit card allows them, they go with it. Things like gambling or buying things that aren't necessary and are expensive must not be done with credit cards because if you are using cash, you won't be able to do that once you are out of cash, but with a credit card, you are allowed to do anything to a certain limit because the bank or credit card company will get fees, interests, and taxes in return for that and they wouldn't want you to stop.

So a person who knows their nature and understands that they don't have self-control and can't be careful with their purchases or if they are addicted to gambling should avoid having a credit card and should only use cash for payments where needed so that they only spend what they own.
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Discipline! Discipline! Disciple! Is the number one factor here.
I know, that not using credit cards limits how frequently we make unnecessary transactions and somehow that plays a good role in increasing our saving habits but that shouldn't close the fact that it is more convenient to make transactions via your credit card and because the world has seriously evolved past the stage of going out with huge physical cash as there is a high chance of theft or chances that the money can get missing, the credit card becomes a necessity for all.

If you are disciplined enough you will be able control how frequent you make transactions using your debit card.

You can also decide to open an account for savings without collecting a debit card and have another which is for spending. Then you deposit a budgeted amount you wish to spend for the month into the account and you try not to spend more than that amount every month and that way you will be guided on how much you are to spend on a regular bases.
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Do you believe that someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases rather than credit cards is demonstrating financial literacy? Many argue that people tend to be financially reckless when using credit cards, often forgetting that it involves borrowing money. In various Netflix TV shows depicting individuals in debt seeking advice from financial advisors, the most consistent suggestions for getting out of debt are usually to cut up their credit cards and transition to making cash payments.

Individuals who avoid using credit cards tend to have a higher probability of being debt-free, showcasing financial discipline, and experiencing greater satisfaction compared to those reliant on credit cards. What are your thoughts on this stance?

No, using a credit card doesn't demonstrate your financial literacy, but using it wisely does. I don't really think getting rid of your credit card is the best solution for your debts. And I don't definitely think credit cards are the reason that you become a debtor, but your carelessness and ignorance are. When you don't know how to control and make good decisions for yourself, then why are you blaming technology? It's like a "blaming the victim" situation. So if you want to use your credit card properly, then learn how to use it, or you will blame your credit card again. The only solution for this is to just learn and don't take what you can't return. And I strongly believe a credit card is like a friend and a solution for me if you use it properly.
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Do you believe that someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases rather than credit cards is demonstrating financial literacy? Many argue that people tend to be financially reckless when using credit cards, often forgetting that it involves borrowing money. In various Netflix TV shows depicting individuals in debt seeking advice from financial advisors, the most consistent suggestions for getting out of debt are usually to cut up their credit cards and transition to making cash payments.

Individuals who avoid using credit cards tend to have a higher probability of being debt-free, showcasing financial discipline, and experiencing greater satisfaction compared to those reliant on credit cards. What are your thoughts on this stance?

I can't deny the fact that using a credit card when you buy something makes you different from others, I mean for some people they use it to be cool, and to show that they have a lot of money to spend, but not all credit cards users are wealthy people, others just don't have any idea what's the disadvantage of using one or they just love to brag.

Paying in cash is much cooler for me, and I am complacent that I don't have a high interest fee to pay when it's time to pay. I've had a friend who pay a large debt because he used his credit cards like crazy not knowing that he needs to pay the interest by using a credit card.
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Do you believe that someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases rather than credit cards is demonstrating financial literacy?
Someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases either lives in Germany or is very old and can't befriend with modern technics or cares about privacy and doesn't want to show bank whatever he or she buys.

Many argue that people tend to be financially reckless when using credit cards, often forgetting that it involves borrowing money. In various Netflix TV shows depicting individuals in debt seeking advice from financial advisors, the most consistent suggestions for getting out of debt are usually to cut up their credit cards and transition to making cash payments.

Individuals who avoid using credit cards tend to have a higher probability of being debt-free, showcasing financial discipline, and experiencing greater satisfaction compared to those reliant on credit cards. What are your thoughts on this stance?
I have never used credit card but I often use debit card, it's annoying to play with paper and coins. By the way, there is nothing wrong with borrowing money, sometimes it's necessary and beneficial, it's not a coincidence that many rich companies have a huge debt too. Debt is an art itself, if you master it, you'll succeed because debt can bring profit. ‎Robert Kiyosaki speaks interestingly about debt, I suggest you to check his speeches.
Precisely! there's nothing wrong in borrowing money as long as you'll be using it in necessary things like daily needs in life and other important purchases. Before, I'm against in using credit card because it is credit and I don't want to have any debt in bank but lately I realized that there's so much more benefit in using it just like shopping discounts and cashbacks, also some credit cards offer 0% interest and installment if you need to buy something like appliances. Also it is convenient to use since you don't need to withdraw a money which is hassle for me because of ATM line and ATM withdrawal fee.
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Taxes/fees paid when you use your credit card are high, and in countries with a lot of devaluation/inflation is getting higher. The majority of people I know is using them only because they don't have the money to make a one-time hard cash payment.
Sure there are some "benefits" like travel points, refund of some taxes, etc., but this only shows that either the fee you are paying for using the card is already high, or the government wants control over the spending of their citizens.

That's where you're badly mistaken. For example, Visa/Mastercard credit card from PrivatBank/Monobank/PUMB and similar system banks in Ukraine has no subscription fees and additional commissions.
On the contrary - many cards offer additional services - cashback from purchases, payment of services without commission (e.g. utilities), interest-free short credit facilities (up to 60 days), interest-free purchase in installments up to 24 months (usually for household appliances, furniture, etc.). Perhaps there are some problems with the banking system in your country, but in my country bank credit cards are an objectively convenient and cost-effective financial instrument. But as with any tool, you need to know how to use it, so as not to harm yourself.
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I think there is no difference - spending cash or money from a credit card. Both are a waste of money. In order not to be a spender, you need to have a special mindset. For example, my thinking changed a lot after Robert Kiyosaki's book Rich Dad, Poor Dad. I immediately realized that money is not an element of what allows you to buy. And the fact that money is a tool for earning even more money. Therefore, you need to save and save, and if possible, buy bitcoin cheap and sell it for a high price. It was then that I learned the technical analysis of prices, and the concept of Compound Interest.
Of course, there are differences. Those who spend cash must be the one's who waste money, but not literally if they spend it on the things that they truly need like food, medicine and basic clothing.

There is no way we can avoid to spend because we are only humans and almost everything thing or move that we do requires a money but you can also use your cards if you have one. Maybe what you mean is how to not be an over-spender. Money is actually an element you can use to buy something or to avail some service, but yeah you can use your money to be able to earn more money. Only keep in mind that it is still possible to earn money even if you don't have any of it.
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Do you believe that someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases rather than credit cards is demonstrating financial literacy?
Someone who exclusively uses cash for their purchases either lives in Germany or is very old and can't befriend with modern technics or cares about privacy and doesn't want to show bank whatever he or she buys.

Many argue that people tend to be financially reckless when using credit cards, often forgetting that it involves borrowing money. In various Netflix TV shows depicting individuals in debt seeking advice from financial advisors, the most consistent suggestions for getting out of debt are usually to cut up their credit cards and transition to making cash payments.

Individuals who avoid using credit cards tend to have a higher probability of being debt-free, showcasing financial discipline, and experiencing greater satisfaction compared to those reliant on credit cards. What are your thoughts on this stance?
I have never used credit card but I often use debit card, it's annoying to play with paper and coins. By the way, there is nothing wrong with borrowing money, sometimes it's necessary and beneficial, it's not a coincidence that many rich companies have a huge debt too. Debt is an art itself, if you master it, you'll succeed because debt can bring profit. ‎Robert Kiyosaki speaks interestingly about debt, I suggest you to check his speeches.
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Individuals who avoid using credit cards tend to have a higher probability of being debt-free, showcasing financial discipline, and experiencing greater satisfaction compared to those reliant on credit cards. What are your thoughts on this stance?

Everybody I know has a credit card, over the last few years there was a big push by banks to roll out free credit cards for your bank account. I haven't really thought about why this is the case, but it seems that banks wants us to use more plastic and less cash for payments. The majority of my friends use cards for payments, I am definitely the majority as I prefer to pay with cash wherever possible. It might take longer and is less comfortable, but with cash I directly know how much money I have with me and I don't face the risk of spending more than I have. My credit card I only take with me on vacations as something for emergencies. When going to a foreign country I exchange money beforehand and always bring cash with me. Maybe I was just lucky so far, because I didn't get robbed yet. Overall I would say that people that want to have a closer oversight over their money will stock to cash and avoid credit cards.
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