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[–] idunnololz 12 points 6 months ago (1 children)

In my experience it's also easier to dispute a credit card charge vs a debit charge. Also this might just be in North America but using a credit card also builds your credit score/history which is necessary down the line for things like loans or even to rent an apartment.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 6 months ago (1 children)

And your bank account isn't directly tied to a credit card, unlike a debit card. I've heard horror stories about people that have a $2k disputed charge that is just in limbo in a bank account until the investigation is complete and found in the account holder's favor.

Credit card companies actively pursue fraud and will advocate for their cardmembers first, whereas the banks seem to hold some apprehension; at least in my experience.

[–] Bahnd 3 points 5 months ago

Yep, a debit card dispute is a "you" problem. A credit card dispute is the banks problem.

Ideally, a low limit credit card to facilitate transactions and buffer the responsibility of disputing charges is what they are best at. I feel like when banks just raise your limit for being a good customer is them trying to trick you into debt and fees.