Originally Posted by
blitzen
Abusive is a strong word. The banks offer me all these cards and I used them without MS (which one could call abusive depending on the use). I just use the system to my advantage - the banks just want to make this one sided so that they always win (customers carry balances etc).
"Just using the system to your advantage" comes across as an attempt to minimize or deflect your behavior. While I empathize with you, I am surprised in your reaction (as if you weren't aware of a possible shutdown or other consequences considering your length/involvement on FT).
I play this game in a way that I believe it to be a mutually beneficial relationship. I get cards/bonuses occasionally, maintain each card at least two years paying AFs, charge each card occasionally, etc.