The Card Game: Overspending on Debit Cards Is a Boon for Banks

Courtesy NYT > Business  Tue, 09/08/2009 - 21:34

Banks pitched debit cards as a convenience, and a growing number allowed consumers to exceed their balances — for a price.


 

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