If money is the root to all evil, say many financial experts, then credit cards are the demon's spawn. For evidence, they point to spiraling debt and the dire reports that the UK has become a nation of debtors who live by the principle of instant gratification. But the prophets of doom neglect the other side of the statistics that suggest things aren't as bad as they seem - particularly not where credit cards are concerned.
Credit cards are more than just a convenient way to pay for things. Dubbed 'your flexible friend' in an early 1970s advert campaign, they've more than proved that they are indeed flexible, and they are certainly friendly - if you pay attention to how you use them. If, on the other hand, you allow the easy availability of credit to seduce you into overspending, you can find yourself deep in financial hot water. When used responsibly, they can offer many benefits:
-Protection in an emergency
Need emergency motor repairs? Have to pay for a broken window? The roof spring a leak unexpectedly? A can cover unexpected, necessary expenses without having to be approved by a bank for a loan.
-Cashless purchases and transactions
Do your regular - or extraordinary - shopping without having to carry wads of cash with you. Credit cards are safer to carry than cash. If your credit cards are lost or stolen, the law places strict limits on how much you're liable for in terms of loss. If your cash is lost or stolen, you can just kiss it goodbye.
-Convenience for purchases
No need to stand in a queue for concert or movie tickets. Just pick up the telephone
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