Why People Get Into The Debt Trap

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Let’s take an example of why people fall into the debt trap.  Let's say you do not have enough money and  you need food and clothing, these are necessities, not luxuries. A lot of those caught in the debt trap find themselves there through  serious changes in circumstances. Maybe you have lost your job, health problems and you cannot afford to pay for the treatments, and any other numerous circumstances that can adversely affect your ability to afford to live.

There are hundreds of reasons to get into debt. But most people do not use their debt as an advantage.

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The overwhelming factor in getting into debt is that it is so easy to borrow. There is a certain amount of marketing that goes on between the credit card companies.  Many times, they will offer you an attractive, low interest rate for a period of time.

While many of us would realise that, after this period of time, credit card interest rates will return to their usual high rate, there are a large number of people that do not realise this.

Some companies that employ this "carrot" have a very high normal interest rate. So obviously, they are better off in the end, attracting a higher rate of interest over the long term, and only sacrificing a lower interest rate for a limited period of time..

Another pitfall that strikes a borrower is the dreaded "minimum monthly repayment".  Many would believe that, as long as they pay this minimum monthly repayment, they are managing their debt responsibly. The reality is  that paying the minimum leads to years and years of repayments, as the bulk of the monthly repayment is just interest, and a very small proportion is applied toward the principal, or amount borrowed. A credit card debt that appears to be initially manageable, may turn into a huge noose around your neck, for many years to come.

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