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Credit and Credit Cards: Review

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One should follow these simple rules to use credit cards responsibly.

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Credit Card Abuse and Gambling: Facing Reality (3:07)

Joelle and Ron's problems with credit card abuse and gamboling have greatly detriment their lives. After nearly loosing everything, they are forced to face reality.

Credit Card Abuse and Gambling: Negative Consequences (2:34)

Joelle and Ron's personal problems lead to difficulties at work. Watch all the drama unfold in this video.

Credit Card Abuse and Gambling: Nightmare Dream Life (3:08)

Trapped by the consequences of their addictions, Joelle and Ron are caught in a seemingly continuous downward spiral. Will they ever be able to break free from the bonds of their financial irresponsibility? Watch this video to find out.

Credit Card Abuse and Gambling: Put on the Spot (2:30)

Joelle and Ron are confronted with the realities of their addictions.

Credit Card Abuse and Gambling: The First Challenges (3:20)

Joelle and Ron face their first challenges with gamboling and irresponsible spending in this video.

Credit Card Abuse and Gambling: Trouble Ahead (2:09)

In this video, Joelle and Ron's first day on the job turns into an exercise in temptation.

Credit Card Abuse and Gambling: Joelle and Ron (3:28)

This video series uses the fictional characters of Joelle and Ron to drive home the realities of credit card abuse and gamboling addiction.

Addictive Behaviors: Credit Card Abuse and Gambling (21:00)

This outstanding program provides a sobering, no-holds-barred look at the devastating results of reckless spending and gambling.

Credit and Credit Cards: Using Credit Wisely (22:00)

This program explains how to use credit wisely. The video emphasizes avoiding common errors and credit card abuses, and it gives suggestions on how to deal with any bad credit issues that have already occurred.

Credit and Credit Cards: Review (1:21)

One should follow these simple rules to use credit cards responsibly.