Total US consumer's credit card debt

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Originally posted by: DEMO24
Looks like I may be joining the crowd soon. I try and pay what I can with my debit card or cash when possible. Learned not to make the mistakes my mom has. Sadly my budget has tightened drastically and though I still have the cash to pay for things it's becoming harder. I'm tired of making sure I always have enough money in my checking account to buy groceries or gas. I would much rather put it on a card, then pull out the necessary money when the bill comes. Also I haven't been paid in months, so until a more stable income arrives for me I may have to go with the cc for awhile. Not exactly something I want to do, I was in debt once when I bought a car and I got out of that about as soon as I could(under a year).

Probably save a few bucks on cable TV (if you have it) and internet expenses (which I am guessing you have since you post here). Beats running up a credit card... if you are that close. Might look at discontinuing that cell bill too (or land line... whichever is cheaper).

Plenty of options out there. Just gotta make some tough decisions.