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How Do Credit Cards Work?

Posted on 23. Mar, 2009.

Credit cards are used worldwide as a method of payment for goods and services. The small, thin, plastic cards contain identifying information, including the card member’s name and their account number and signature. The credit card is used in lieu of cash, and the amount charged each month is paid off in installments on a monthly basis.

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Best Uses Of Credit Cards?

Posted on 19. Mar, 2009.

Credit cards are used by a lot of people in just one way – to buy things. Because they offer the convenience of buying without having to carry cash, it makes the process very simple – possibly too simple for many. There are, however, a number of other ways to use credit cards, too.

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History of the Credit Card

Posted on 06. Mar, 2009.

Credit is something that has been around for a long time, so it is really not surprising that the credit card is merely an extension of the idea. Because the idea of credit resulted from a need to pay later, or because not enough gold or silver was on hand, credit is the natural result.

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Welcome to Thinking Money

Posted on 20. Feb, 2009.

Welcome to the new site.

Here we are going to be providing a whole host of financial advice ranging from money facts to economic news. Financial help and advice can be sought through the various sections, including information on credit cards, personal finance and other areas around making the most of your money.

Items that we aim to cover include:

• Choosing the right credit card
• Managing your personal finance
• Looking for great money saving deals
• News and information on the economy
• Definitions on financial products and terminology

Have a dig around for the information you need and be sure to keep on coming back!  We will be updating the money news and advice pages on a regular basis, so make Thinking Money the source of all your money answers!

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