
What is a credit card? Types, methods of use, and tips to make it worthwhile
What is a credit card?
Types of credit cards
- Points accumulating credit card: Points accumulated points or airline miles based on spending amount.
- Travel credit card: suitable for frequent travelers. Provide travel benefits such as use of airport lounges Travel insurance and discounts on hotels and plane tickets
- Cashback credit card: Return a percentage of your spending as cashback credit. Helps save on daily expenses
Things you should know about credit cards
- Credit limit: The maximum credit limit that can be used from a credit card.
- APR (Annual Percentage Rate): Interest rate charged on outstanding balances that are not paid in full by the due date.
- Minimum Payment: The lowest amount that must be paid every month to maintain account health.
- Grace Period: The period during which the balance can be paid off without incurring interest.
What are the benefits of a credit card?
1) Convenience and safety
2) Building a credit history
3) Points and privileges
4) Emergency reserve
How to use credit cards correctly
Choose a credit card that's right for you.
Set an appropriate limit
Pay on time
Full payment
Check statements and expenses
Avoid cash advances
Techniques for using credit cards to their advantage
Plan before buying
Take advantage of rewards redemption
Check credit card conditions regularly.
Beginners should not carry multiple cards.
Be careful of early offers.