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Teri Monroe

9 Balance-Transfer Cards With Gotchas in the Fine Print

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Balance-transfer credit cards promise relief with low or 0% intro APRs. For borrowers juggling high-interest debt, they seem like lifesavers. But hidden in the fine print are costly traps that catch even careful retirees and families. What starts as a money-saving move can backfire fast. Here are nine balance-transfer card gotchas that cost more than you think.

1. Transfer Fees Upfront

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