What Not to Put on Plastic

Credit card companies know more about you than you think—and if they think you're financially stressed, you're in trouble. American Public Media lists 10 "red-flag" purchases that you shouldn't make with plastic unless you want to give your credit card company the jitters.

• Traffic tickets: These make you look reckless, and, statistically, more likely to  default on your credit cards.

• Retreading your tires: Drivers do this when they can’t afford new tires, and it makes them look desperate.
• Bargain binges: Switching to lower-cost retailers is a sign of money worries.
• Adult playthings: No one's judging you ... except for your credit card company.

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