Many of us think that putting our money in the bank is a secure and wise way of saving. Yes, this is true if we are wise in dealing with banks. Banks are not charitable institutions, these are profit-driven entities which charge different kinds of fees and do all sorts of schemes to take away some of your money. The…
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Success With Atms Is Just Like Real Estate Location Location Location
Most people don’t realize that most ATM machines are not actually owned by banks. If fact most of the ATMs you see at bars, gas stations and many other high traffic locations are operated by the business owners or even individuals like you or me. You need not be affiliated with any back to own and operate ATM machines and…
Debt Vs Credit Cards
When you are considering getting a credit card you should be fully aware of all the consequences that could come with the responsibility of having and using one. Some people prefer to make use of a debit card instead of a credit card to keep them out of financial peril. This is all a matter of personal opinion and needs,…
The Best Credit Cards For Overseas Purchases
Many credit card companies charge fees for using your credit card overseas. If you plan to travel overseas and use your credit card, then you should select a credit card that does not impose fees for overseas usage. This article will show you how to select a ‘globe trotting’ credit card that is easy to use and affordable. Most credit…
Guide To Proper Atm Use
Using an ATM is something that most people do on a regular basis, and most of the time they are perfectly safe. However, there are dangers if you use an ATM, and unless you are careful you could end up having your card or PIN stolen. If you want to remain safe and secure whilst using an ATM, then here…
Identity Fraud Precautions
Consequences of Identity Fraud In most parts of the world, identity fraud is the fastest growing offence. Yet, in the USA, a longitudinal 2005 study by Javelin Strategy & Research showed that the crime had decreased since a 2003 study from the Federal Trade Commission was released in 2003. The most current US Javelin data also showed that 9.3 million…
German Currency
Here is some general information on Germany and the national currency (Euro) that I hope will be useful for anyone planning a trip here. One of the first things you will need to do when planning your trip to Germany is convert your national currency to the Euro. To do this you can either get it prior to your departure…
How To Start Your Own Atm Business
As financial technology improves at an ever-increasing rate, there is less and less need for individuals to carry large amounts of cash to buy things. In fact, it seems the younger generations have moved to almost entirely electronic transactions where no physical money is ever used. However, in this world of credit and debit cards, there will always be a…
How Prepaid Credit Cards Differ From Other Bank Cards
If you are considering using a prepaid credit card, it is important to understand the difference between it and other bank cards. In this article I will discuss the key differences between these cards. When people begin using ATM cards in the 1970s, there weren’t many places they could use them. While credit cards were able to be used virtually…