It's likely you know what a debit card is, and while it may sound pretty similar to an EFTPOS card, there are some key differences between the two payment methods. Let's explore these differences and figure out which one is the right fit for your wallet.
Most of us use debit cards on a daily basis. They even seem to be becoming the norm over physical cash, with the takeaway shop lady reaching for the eftpos machine before she even asks me how I’d prefer to pay.
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Picture this: you’re out to grab a few groceries - you pick up your milk, bread, veggies and a sneaky chocolate bar - and head over to the counter. How are you going to pay?
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Once you’ve read up on debit cards and the different fees and features they typically come with, you might start to wonder about how they differ from credit cards and which option is best for you.
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