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WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF MAXING OUT YOUR CREDIT CARD

Published By MintGenie Team | 05 Apr, 2024
Maxing out your credit card, or using its entire credit limit, is discouraged by financial advisors due to potential adverse consequences. This practice can lead to financial strain and impact your credit score negatively.
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Here are some consequences of maxing out your credit card:
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High Utilization Ratio

Maxing out your credit card leads to a high credit utilization ratio, indicating financial strain.
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Higher Interest Payments

Carrying a balance results in significant interest charges, increasing debt burden over time.
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Late Payment Fees

The inability to pay the minimum by the due date incurs late payment fees, adding to overall debt.
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Adverse Impact on Credit Score

High credit utilization negatively affects credit score, impacting future borrowing ability.
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Difficulty in Procuring Loans

Maxed-out cards and low credit scores make obtaining further credit challenging due to perceived risk by lenders.
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