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Lance is a personal finance expert who graduated from James Madison University's College of Business in 2009 and earned his Certified Public Accountant license in 2010. He has written for a number of publications including Forbes, Business Insider and here on Money Under 30.

Are joint credit card accounts a good idea?

Having a joint credit card can be a blessing or a curse. If you’re considering opening a joint credit card with someone, make sure you understand how they work and go into it with your eyes wide open.