Missed the payment: a lesson for ages 18 to 25
Mistakes happen. Fixing them quickly and adding a system, like reminders or autopay, keeps them from repeating.
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The situation
You forgot a phone bill payment, and now there is a late fee.
You feel embarrassed and want to ignore it.
What would you do?
- Pay it now and set up a reminder.
- Ignore the bill and hope it goes away.
See the recommended choice and why
Recommended choice
Pay it now and set up a reminder.
Mistakes happen. Fixing them quickly and adding a system, like reminders or autopay, keeps them from repeating.
Your next step
Set a reminder for every bill due date.
Words you can use
“I missed it, so I am fixing it now.”
Sources
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