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The Time For Carrying A Wallet Is Over
The last time I left my apartment with a wallet in my pocket was March 11, 2020 (guess why). I don’t carry one anymore, because wallets are bullshit, and you should stop using one, too. (If you are someone who prefers to carry a purse, this same advice probably broadly applies — unless you have…
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Why Are People Making Fraudulent Purchases on My Old Accounts?
Why do cats meow? Why do birds fly? Why do hackers break into your account? It’s their nature. Or it’s a hobby. Or they’re just jerks who really want to take advantage of vulnerabilities and security screwups for sport, profit, or a combination of both.
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Why Refinancing Your Credit Card Might Be the New Financial Kick You Need
You can refinance a home loan to a new lower rate loan to save yourself money on repayments, but did you know you can also refinance your credit card? Refinancing your credit card is also known as a balance transfer. This is where you move your current credit card balance from one credit card provider…
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What To Do If You Lose Your Credit Or Debit Card While Travelling
Imagine, if you will, Lifehacker staff writer Josh Ocampo standing outside a Tokyo 7-Eleven, clutching his gut while on waiting on hold with his bank. The chip on Josh’s debit card had stopped working mid-trip, which meant he couldn’t take cash out of an ATM. And the local clinic that could treat ”the worst case…