Friday, April 11, 2014

Debit Card v. Credit Card

Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Cash, Checks.... so many different options. Is there a time when you should use your credit card rather than your debit card?  According to Gerri Detweiler, the Director of Consumer Education for Credit.com, there are times that are better than others for a debit card verses a credit card. 

Credit cards are better for protecting against fraudulent activity.  If you report the stolen card within two business days, generally, you are only liable for up to $50 of charges by law.  With debit cards, you may be liable for more than $50.


Also, if you make a purchase yourself and find yourself wanting to return it, hopefully you made that purchase with a credit card.  Your credit company will help you dispute the charge but that is not the case if it’s with a debit card. 

You can watch the video here.

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