zwiepak
11-05-2007, 05:50 PM
I think it's the underlying reason why I got in so deep. With credit, it just doesn't *feel* like it's coming out of your pocket. You spend more because it's easier, $500, no problem, swipe it, and pay half now, half later...
Then, you buy something else before finishing to pay off that $500.
I dunno, just thought I'd share that tidbit. I misused credit and got burned, and I really do think the core reason is that credit devaules your dollar.
That's why gambling chips are used in casinos instead of real money.
zwiepak
11-05-2007, 07:47 PM
That's why gambling chips are used in casinos instead of real money.
wow, makes perfect sense...
CindyLou
11-10-2007, 07:57 PM
Have you seen that commercial where the guy says, "They comped my room cuz I'm down 4500!" and the wife says, "4500 dollars?" and he says, "no, 4500 chips!".....PERFECT example! I think its a Cingular Commercial....
I think it's the underlying reason why I got in so deep. With credit, it just doesn't *feel* like it's coming out of your pocket. You spend more because it's easier, $500, no problem, swipe it, and pay half now, half later...
Then, you buy something else before finishing to pay off that $500.
I dunno, just thought I'd share that tidbit. I misused credit and got burned, and I really do think the core reason is that credit devaules your dollar.
Very true...I'm sorry to hear that you're now just learning/realizing this.
