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Many credit card holders are experiencing problems with credit card debt.  They are unable to pay off their credit card balance each month and more than that the interest rates continue to increase.  During the holiday spending on credit cards is usually going to increase because families decide to get gifts with their cards rather than the money they have.  Despite being a convenient payment system for consumers, credit cards can very easily turn into a negative option.

Spending habits of consumers is the most dangerous part of the credit card.  Consumers see credit cards as a way to get what they want when they want it.  This mentality has to change if the credit crunch is going to right itself.  Consumers can no longer depend on their credit cards and their old spending habits. 

Financial trouble is growing in the UK due to the debt and lack of income.  Loss of jobs is increasing.  Mortgage companies are no longer willing to lend money, especially equity type loans.  Credit card use is just one of the many areas UK consumers need to look at for how they are spending and what can be done.

It is not the time to go to an ATM and do a cash withdrawal from your credit card.  You should also avoid using your credit cards if you can’t pay the balance off.  For many, credit cards and shopping is imperative because you get more protection with the use of a credit card for gifts.  However, when the consumer cannot pay the amount they place on the card the debt just continues to increase.  Fraudsters are another concern of credit card use.  The best thing to do is avoid credit cards for daily use and watch where you use your card.  Don’t use your card in an online shop you are not familiar with.  Protect yourself and spend wisely.