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Making the minimum payment on your credit cards is important to maintaining a good standing with credit card issuers and avoiding penalties. Paying only the minimum can result in significantly higher ...

When the credit card bill arrives each month, it's tempting to look at that small minimum payment amount and breathe a sigh of relief. After all, it seems manageable — often just 2-3% of your total ...