Mar 01 2025 30 mins 26
Canadian credit card debt is surging! Many people are feeling the squeeze of rising costs, stagnant wages, and mounting unsecured debt.
This crucial episode offers timely financial guidance on improving credit card habits (which you may not realize are hurting your finances!) and effectively managing debt.
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(0:00) – Credit Cards Are Now the Norm, Should They Be?
(4:00) – What minimum purchase amount should you charge to credit?
(5:45) – The biggest problem with credit cards
(7:20) – Everyone knows about interest- why do people use credit regardless?
(9:00) – The positives of using credit cards
(11:00) – Paying off one credit card with another – pros and cons
(13:00) – Being “mindful” aka having a plan
(14:00) – Gaming the points system – travel points, buy now pay later,
(17:00) – Canadians are in hot water – the numbers of unsecured debt are up – prices are up and wages are not, credit cards are a survival tool
(19:00) – Is debit a better idea for better financial decisions?
(22:00) – Practical advice for better credit card management
(27:00) – Practical advice for when credit card debt is completely unmanageable
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The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personalized advice from a qualified financial advisor. Always consult with a financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions or strategies discussed.
