7 Signs That You Are Addicted To Using Your Credit Card

Abdul Waha

5. You Open New Accounts, Ignoring Outstanding Debt

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If you have a credit card that is maxed out, yet you open new accounts in order to access more money, you are placing yourself at serious risk. When you are in control, you will do everything in your power to pay down outstanding debt. If you have significant credit card debt, yet you try and access more cards, this is a clear sign that you're addicted to using plastic.

4. You Panic When You Can't Use Your Card

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When you are addicted to using your credit card, you will feel almost uncomfortable when you don't have it on you. Have you left your credit card at home and found that you're in a state of panic? This is more than likely due to low cash flow, resulting in non-accessible funds.

This is similar to an addiction, as not being able to access what you need, can quickly turn into anxious feelings and thoughts. Test this theory to see how you react. If you are currently in debt, it's important to leave your credit cards at home so that you don't mindlessly spend. You can't spend what you don't have, right?

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5. You Open New Accounts, Ignoring Outstanding Debt

4. You Panic When You Can't Use Your Card

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