Which do you prefer credit cards or real money?

@lady1993 (27224)
Philippines
November 18, 2010 1:09am CST
I prefer real money. I've never really liked credit cards when I knew what they really were. Before I though that you have to buy those then you can use them all you want- but the truth was you have to pay every penny with interest. I know it's much safer than bringing money but I think it encourages people to spend more than they can..and it gives them huge debts. So I'm sticking with real money, not those plastic cards. What about you?
8 responses
@magtibaygom (4858)
• Philippines
19 Nov 10
I also prefer real money than credit card. You know why? With real money, you spend only the money you have, while with credit card, there is always a risk you over spend and spend some money you not yet have.
@lady1993 (27224)
• Philippines
19 Nov 10
Yes, it is very risky to spend "inviible" money..you never know if that money is really coming or not.
@Rainegurl (2156)
• Philippines
18 Nov 10
I have learned my lesson with credit cards. Luckily, I was able to pay off my credit card debt months ago. I was paying interest that was way too big and my credit card balance was not really getting smaller before I was able to pay it. Right now, I only use my credit card when I want to buy something on installment. There are a lot of stores offering three months up to twelve months zero interest. As for our groceries and other necessities, I just use cash and spend only what we can afford. Cheers!
@lady1993 (27224)
• Philippines
19 Nov 10
I'm really glad for you- that you were able to pay your debt.. I hope you continue to use your credit card wisely.
@marguicha (223874)
• Chile
19 Nov 10
I use a credit card for almost everything I buy. Bt I pay it all the same month so I only use it as an accountant and donĀ“t pay the interest. I will not spend more than what I earn, if possible. If I use my credit card that way, I will not pay a bit extra for the things I buy but they give me some small quantity of money depending on how much I use That money can be used to pay part of an airfare for my vacations.
• United States
18 Nov 10
I prefer real money because I know it's there, I don't use credit cards, I use a debit card 'cause it works the same way, except actual cash is paid instead of paying it later.
• Philippines
18 Nov 10
Hi lady1993! Actually, I have a credit card but I use it properly, for two years, I have never paid an interest at all since I pay my purchases before the month expires. But, you are right though, if you have enough money, then there is no need for you to get any credit cards any more, but for those who knows how to manage their credit cards then it's okay. Just like what I have done with mine, that is good question though, lady1993, cheers! :-)
@lady1993 (27224)
• Philippines
19 Nov 10
Thanks..I'm glad that there are some people who know how to use their credit cards properly. I hope credit card users will learn from you so they won't go into big debts.
@qiaojh (27)
• China
19 Nov 10
i usually use money to buy something,because the government discourage to use credit card in china.and it is convient for me.you need not pay for interest.
@hushi22 (4928)
18 Nov 10
in the Philippines I prefer money because it is more convenient for me. my mom really discouraged me to use a credit card.
@sjlskl (3382)
• Singapore
18 Nov 10
Real money please. Credit card is nothing but a facility that the bank provides you. Whereas for money, it is yours for keeping. What you have, you spend, don't have to worry when the bill arrives or what.