Credit card rewards. Who knew they had a dark side? Crazy, right? Well, not if you know the old adage, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741 741

Domestic Violence Helpline: 1-800-799-7233

VictimConnect, a referral helpline for victims of crime: 1-855-484-2846

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• Emily Stewart at Vox Who Pays For Credit Card Rewards
• Consumer Reports How to Fix Your Credit Score

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Intro music by Elliot Middleton