Personal Finance Flashcards
What is an advantage of cash?
Don’t over spend
What is a disadvantage of cash?
Can be stolen
What is an advantage of a debit card?
Can withdraw money
What is a disadvantage of a debit card?
Accidental overdraft
What is an advantage of a credit card?
Buy now, pay later
What is a disadvantage of a credit card?
Interest on repayments
What is an advantage of a cheque?
More convenient than carrying cash
What is a disadvantage of a cheque?
Easy to fraud
What is an advantage of an electronic transfer
Instantaneous
What is a disadvantage of an electronic transfer?
No way to reverse the payment
What is an advantage of a direct debit?
Don’t have to worry about remembering to pay something
What is a disadvantage of a direct debit?
Canceling one can be hassle
What is an advantage of a standing order?
Makes sure regular payments aren’t miss
What is a disadvantage of a standing order?
Payment is made regardless of balance
What is an advantage of a pre-paid card?
Can’t overspend