125 - Paying Off Your Credit Card With a Lower-Rate Card
DebtMatters Podcast
English - November 06, 2023 16:20 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBEducation avoid debt bankruptcy consumer proposals credit personal finance credit counselling credit issues debt debt help finance Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Credit card spending in Canada has reached a historically high level. With such high demands for credit, credit card companies are finding ways to be more competitive. Some offer lower-interest or no-interest cards for a limited time when you do a balance transfer. But is it a good idea to pay one credit card down with another? Today, Licensed Insolvency Trustee, Mary-Ann Marriot, discusses low-interest credit cards and how to make them work for you.
She also answers the questions:
How will my credit score be affected?Should I cancel my credit card once it’s paid off?Would a consolidation loan be a better option?Where can I get a low-interest or no-interest credit card?Is it beneficial to increase my credit limit?What is the optimum percentage of credit utilization to get a good credit score?If you are struggling to keep up with your credit payments, talking to a Licensed Insolvency Trustee can help. They are qualified debt professionals that offer resources and strategies to improve your financial well-being.
About Mary-Ann MarriotMary-Ann Marriot has been working in the insolvency field for over 25 years. She received her Chartered Insolvency & Restructuring Professional designation in 2005 and her Licensed Insolvency Trustee license in 2014.
Mary-Ann is passionate about helping people become financially literate. She feels honoured to be able to help individuals discover solutions to overwhelming situations and find peace-of-mind in their lives.
Additional Resources Allan Marshall & Associates Licensed Insolvency TrusteeCan I Pay Off A Credit Card With Another Credit Card Or Line Of Credit?8 Tips to Take Charge of Your Finances During Financial Literacy Month