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To: glorgau
I never did understand the utility of a debit card when one could use a credit card.

Some people just prefer to pay as they go and not use credit; no bills to pay later. A debit card is little different from paying cash, at least as they've always been to now.

92 posted on 02/20/2011 9:01:33 AM PST by Will88
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To: Will88
A debit card is little different from paying cash, at least as they've always been to now.

I've had debit cards that have $500 daily limits - only to the bank's advantage. Putting in a PIN - only to the bank's advantage. Immediate debit from account - only to the bank's advantage. Less liability for fraudulent usage - only to the bank's advantage.

I just don't see where the my advantage would lie other than some "peace of mind" thing.

99 posted on 02/20/2011 9:28:23 AM PST by glorgau
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