Facebook’s New, Social Money

Facebook’s New, Social Money

We have yet to see how Libra will insinuate itself into our Facebook experiences, or how well it will work. Will it be any easier than Apple Pay or Venmo? What about privacy concerns — will our ads be tailored to our balances?

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Should I close out my excess credit cards?

Should I close out my excess credit cards?

If you have a card that has high annual fees and you don’t use the card, before you close it try to negotiate a lower annual fee. If you have cards that have high interest rates and you use them a lot, it’s best to pay off the cards with the higher interest rates first.

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There Are Risks to Being a Mensch

There Are Risks to Being a Mensch

There is nothing worse than tracking down people who owe you money. It ruins relationships and shatters families. At the same time, everyone falls on tough times and needs a little help at least once in their lives. It is a fine line to walk, and a decision only you can make. May the odds be forever in your favor.

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Travelin’ Cheap

Travelin’ Cheap

Ever notice how a fare you checked yesterday went up overnight? It didn’t go up for everyone. Try going to a different computer and searching again — you’re likely to find the original fare. Airlines sometimes use cookies and browser history to determine their prices online. In Chrome, there is a feature called Incognito Mode that allows you to shop…incognito. Always search for flights in Incognito Mode!

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