Credit cards have become a big part of our lives. Many of us use our credit cards several times a week to pay for food, clothes, gas and much more. Getting your first credit card has become a rite of passage, a declaration of financial maturity. But be careful – without a healthy dose of self-control, credit cards, and the interest that comes with them, can quickly become a nightmare.
At this time of the year, credit card companies are offering a lot of deals and bonuses, particularly to young people who have not had a credit card before. Spring break promotions are common, since many young people are starting to look out from the shadow of winter and make plans for the warmer weather.
If you’re thinking about getting your first credit card, now might be the time to do it.So, to help you make your decision, here is Payza’s honest look at both the benefits and drawbacks of having a credit card: