The current credit crunch might pose significant threats to stalling economic growth in upcoming months, but so far, the economy has curbed those threats and grown at its highest rate in more than a year.
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Poor money management is a leading reason people accrue extreme credit card debt. Typically, it is sheer ignorance or apathy that leads to overwhelming debt. In a country of consumers struggling with debt, adherence to a monthly spending plan is essential for financial survival.
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In one of my recent posts, I discussed why doing nothing is the wrong “solution” for your high-interest debt. Doing nothing (that is, just paying the minimum balance and continuing to use your credit cards) will leave you paying on your debt for decades. DECADES. Don’t do nothing, do something.
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Consumers often face money problems resulting from their financial mistakes. What appears harmless at first, such as minimum payments on credit cards, may lead to huge amounts of debt. Here are five common miscues consumers make with personal finance:
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