Wednesday, November 9, 2011

A 5 Dollar Monthly Charge On Debit Cards Ruffled Feathers

The banking sector is the most technologically revolutionized today. Carrying cash just to make a purchase can now be viewed as unfashionable, thanks to the introduction of cards like the debit card. The money in plastic form is not only efficient, but also safe.

The main difference between debit cards and credit cards is that instead of extending credit via the card, banks allow purchases up to the amount of money in your checking account. The convenience of it all is a very alluring and almost essential in everyday life. However, a charge was introduced that would’ve made the usage of the debit cards expensive; the convenience of having cash in the form of plastic would’ve come with a price.

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