Debit cards are a simple, convenient way to make purchases.

They offer some wonderful benefits to cardholders including the ability to withdraw cash at ATMs all over the world, and pay for things or services, anywhere your cards are accepted. This eliminates (or at least) lowers the need to go around carrying a wad of bills which is a quite risky move if we must add.

However, as convenient as cards are, one ‘simple’ mistake can cost you all the money you have ever worked for. Each time you choose to swipe that little piece of plastic, here are six mistakes you should be wary of.

Overusing ATMs

We get it, ATMs are easy and all that, but tread with caution. While running to the nearest ATM might be the quickest and easiest course of action, ATM fees from banks besides your own can quickly add up to significant amounts.

Withdrawing Cash From Random ATMs

Never withdraw from strange or stand-alone ATMs. Look for ATMs that are enclosed (sometimes in a little glass room) and located inside a bank.

Those are the good ones because they are extra secure and less susceptible to skimming, a situation where criminals attach fake card readers or keypads to find out your account details.

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