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#RI-69e34379·5 months ago·
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Balance transfer to pay off Amex

Carried balance on Amex, lost job, then had to pay $500 interest monthly

What I wish I knew
"To pay off Amex quickly after losing job"
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider balance transfer options to reduce interest payments"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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