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Due date

The last day to pay your card bill without a late fee.

Where you see it

The due date on each card and loan, and on your Bills calendar.

What it means

Your due date usually comes a few weeks after the statement date. Paying at least the minimum by then keeps you clear of late fees. Paying the whole statement by then usually means you pay no interest at all. An automatic payment set up with your card company is an easy way never to miss it.

Why it matters

A missed due date costs a fee, and a payment that's very late can stay on your record for years.

What to do

Add your card's dates in WealthyJack.

Banks call this the payment due date, and a payment a month or more late delinquent.