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In reply to the discussion: How many credit cards do you have? [View all]MerryBlooms
(11,778 posts)28. I'm only 58, but yeah, super old school when it comes to finances!
Last of my class of stenography/transcription and high school business classes. Probably the last who knew how to fill out a ledger, balance a check book, write a check, etc... I taught my sons the basics, because they weren't taught in school. Everything is online now, and I rarely use cash, but I still use my shorthand in notes to myself, and can still type 120 without errors if I'm relaxed.
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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