The Fine Print
Isn't it great how the fine print often invalidates the normal print in documents. My wife and I were looking at credit card applications recently...comparing rates and such. You know, fixed rates vs. adjustable rates etc etc etc. The large print of our application reads (with this same type of formating:

Keep Saving--after the introductory period with a 9.99% fixed APR.³

But the small print on the back of the applications makes it clear that it really doesn't matter what we go with:

³You understand that the terms of your account, including the APRs, are subject to change. This means that the APRs for this offer are not guaranteed; APRs may change to higher APRs, fixed APRs may change to variable APRs, or variable APRs may change to fixed APRs. We reserve the right to change the terms (including APRs) at any time for any reason, in addition to APR increases that may occur for failure to comply with the terms of you account. Any changes will be in accordance with your Cardmember agreement. Please read carefully the "Rate, Fee and Other Cost Information" section included with this offer.

I hope we don't share Jesus with people in the same way...making big claims that are invalidated by the fine print.

posted by Jimmy at 11:59 AM | |