Your credit card is a fantastic plastic that must you keep. Trust me, if something happens with your card, you will regret. And how to keep its.
* Do not keep your ATM PIN with your credit card. Memorize your PIN, do not write it down. And be aware that banks never call you to ask for your PIN, so do not give it to anyone over the phone.
* Keep an eye on your card at all times while the merchant handle it. If you have given your card to pay your restaurant bill and it is taking unusually long time to come back, that should raise alarm.
* Never give your card details over the phone to someone who has called you.
* Carry only the cards you need, especially when travelling.
* To prevent card details from beings copied, do not leave them unattended in your hotel room or in your suitcase. Carry your card with you wherever you go or have it locked up in the hotel safe. You should check your credit card stetement promply, especially after an overseas trip.
* Some credit cards are now issued with your photo, check if your bank offers this.
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* Do not keep your ATM PIN with your credit card. Memorize your PIN, do not write it down. And be aware that banks never call you to ask for your PIN, so do not give it to anyone over the phone.
* Keep an eye on your card at all times while the merchant handle it. If you have given your card to pay your restaurant bill and it is taking unusually long time to come back, that should raise alarm.
* Never give your card details over the phone to someone who has called you.
* Carry only the cards you need, especially when travelling.
* To prevent card details from beings copied, do not leave them unattended in your hotel room or in your suitcase. Carry your card with you wherever you go or have it locked up in the hotel safe. You should check your credit card stetement promply, especially after an overseas trip.
* Some credit cards are now issued with your photo, check if your bank offers this.
image from 123rf.com
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