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Again, He that sells upon Credit, asks a Price for what he…

“Again, He that sells upon Credit, asks a Price for what he sells, equivalent to the Principal and Interest of his Money for the Time he is like to be kept out of it: therefore.” quote by Benjamin Franklin
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“Again, He that sells upon Credit, asks a Price for what he sells, equivalent to the Principal and Interest of his Money for the Time he is like to be kept out of it: therefore.”

Benjamin Franklin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Charging interest on credit reflects the cost of borrowing money over time.

In simple terms: Interest is the price of credit.

Key Takeaway

Consider the true cost before borrowing.

Themes

finance credit interest economics

Mood

educational analytical

Type

advice financial

When to use this quote

  • personal loans
  • business financing
  • mortgages
  • credit cards

Key Concepts

time value of money loan terms financial literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you understand your loan’s interest structure?
  • How does interest affect long‑term financial plans?
A Different Perspective

Interest can compound and become burdensome.

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