Credit Cards

Should I Have Multiple Credit Cards?

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There's not a one-size-fits-all solution for the number of credit cards a person should have. In this video, we’ll help you better understand credit cards.

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  • There's not a one all fits all solution for the number of credit cards a person should have.
  • It's generally a good idea to have two to three active credit card accounts, in addition to other types of credit.
  • Keeping track of multiple credit cards can be a challenge and the biggest risk is spending more in credit than you can repay in cash.
  • The number of credit cards you have is less important than how you use them.
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