Debit Devotion
Categories: Business
Society is slowly embracing the idea of a paperless world. For me, that notion also includes paper money. While cash has its merits, my debit card is my best friend. I’m not alone, either. A survey by Fiserv showed that Gen Y-ers make about 14.1 debit transactions a month. My life is busy—classes, group meetings, [...]
The license to be an adult: a credit card
Categories: Business
By Elena Romeu: “2009 BU grad born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Copywriter, chef, darts champ, I love my friends, family and plantains. Experience: I’ve got some. Opinions: I’ve got tons.” Meet Mr. Right, his name is American Express Six months ago, I joined the adult club. As part of my induction to [...]
How To Sell Debt
Categories: Business
In an age of instant gratification, overlooking the more subtle implications of credit cards in favor of more desirable ones is all too easy. Why worry about your 21% APR when you’re about to throw on a brand new pair of jeans and the balance on your checking account is still at four figures? After [...]
