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In reply to the discussion: How many credit cards do you have? [View all]DenaliDemocrat
(1,478 posts)25. I have 8 of them.
I use them promotionally for the rewards. I dont carry a balance. Amazon orders on Amazon card. I travel a lot so United and Delta cards. Marriot for hotels. Costco for everything else because the cash back is awesome. You CAN do this, but you must be very disciplined or you can get yourself in trouble quickly.
Thats kind of what they are counting on. If you play this game be disciplined
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Fair point, but the Nigerian bank I'm in touch with says not to reveal it...
brooklynite
Jul 2021
#3
I've lost track, but only one has a balance and that's paid off in full every month. Most are
Vinca
Jul 2021
#7
Thanks. I appreciate the information. Never thought I'd be penalized by the credit reporting
Vinca
Jul 2021
#34