Let's say hypothetically someone had $100,000 in cash and they wanted to convert it to some other item of equal value and store in a safe deposit box. What would the best item be? In the movies it tends to be some kind of certificate like bearer bonds, or precious metals, artwork, or jewelry. What choice is the most secure and likely to retain its value over time?
posted by averageamateur
on May 4, 2013 -
24 answers
Is there a place online where (presumably they would have to be nice, I would guess) people would trade money for gift cards to stores at which they shop anyway? Or something similar?
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posted by jitterbug perfume
on Jul 29, 2012 -
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Is it possible to move rented accommodation in the UK, in London, while claiming Housing Benefit?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 10, 2011 -
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If you use budgeting software, do you have a good system for tracking and categorizing your cash spending?
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posted by andrewcilento
on Jul 17, 2011 -
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I'm trying to pay my (US) HSBC credit card from europe and the credit card company can't find a way to accept my funds. please help me find a way so I don't ruin my credit score...
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posted by krautland
on Jun 6, 2011 -
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The site that I'm valeting at right now has plenty of foot traffic. Almost every time I'm at work, I get asked if there's an ATM machine around. I tell them that it's a half-mile away, and they just give up. I thought it would be a great opportunity to put up an ATM machine nearby.
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posted by RaDeuX
on Apr 24, 2011 -
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Did a Bank of America teller just "lose" $1,000 of mine? I deposited $1,000 in rolled coins, which were placed in a plastic "CoinSafe" bag, sealed, and I was given a "bag receipt" (a piece of the plastic bag with a serial number/contents handwritten on it) and NO deposit receipt at all.
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posted by speedgraphic
on Oct 14, 2010 -
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I got a money order for a security deposit on an apartment, but then ended up not staying with them. They gave me back the money order, but im having trouble getting the money back into my own hands..
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posted by Esefa
on Oct 9, 2010 -
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My uncle has cancer...allegedly, and our family members are rallying together to help him. How can I give without feeling like a sucker?
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posted by stedman15
on Jul 19, 2010 -
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Under 30 with a 16-month-old. Getting $750k from insurance settlement. Have $65k in a money market from previous settlement, $10k in my Roth IRA, and $13k in my 16-month-old's 529. Should I pay cash for a house?
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posted by anonymous
on May 24, 2010 -
19 answers
I need $150 by March 31st. Running out of ideas to obtain it. What can I do?
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posted by spinto
on Mar 26, 2010 -
49 answers
Where is the best place to put my $30,000 as I slowly withdraw from it over the next 2 years to pay for Grad School.
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posted by brenton
on Jul 2, 2009 -
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My father died and we have to sell his house. I'm going to be inheriting $200,000+. Realistically, what would you do in that situation?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 17, 2009 -
21 answers
Is there a legal limit to the amount of cash money a US citizen can keep on their person, in their home, or in a safe deposit box?
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posted by Devils Rancher
on Dec 19, 2008 -
30 answers
I'm looking for a way to supplument my current income with $200-300 a month on top of current work. Any suggestions? I have tons of Photos that I want to sell through stock photos, suggestions?
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posted by BoldStepDesign
on Oct 13, 2008 -
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Is it becoming a more acceptable trend for individuals to work more than one job just to maintain a certain standard of living? I work three jobs (my wife also works full-time) and yet it seems as if we barely can keep ourselves afloat on a monthly basis. Help me from going crazy here!
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posted by msposner
on Sep 1, 2008 -
50 answers
How can I make some quick money for groceries & bills while I'm waiting for my job interviews to pan out?
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posted by Kwirq
on May 19, 2007 -
32 answers
A friend needs to find a good place to park some money that will ultimately be used for house down-payment purposes. Help me come up with a few good investment options.
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posted by killdevil
on Jan 26, 2007 -
23 answers
Selling a house and keeping the cash - my wife and I are in the midst of selling our house. When all is said and done (fees, taxes, etc all paid) we're going to get $250k. The expected thing to do is move to another house and use that money as a down payment. But we're playing around with the idea of taking the money and travelling for six months - can we? More Inside...
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posted by cubedweller
on Sep 11, 2005 -
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Summer is coming. I'm a student. I'd like to earn me some dosh in as pleasant a way as possible. Additionally, since I'm already sitting behind a darn desk for the whole friggin' year, I think it's time for a change. No coding. No system administration. No data entry. No QA. I think you catch my drift.
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posted by koenie
on May 22, 2005 -
19 answers
I just went to my corner credit union ATM and made a $15 withdrawal. The machine gave me $80. Reflexively, I went into the branch, and reported it. They were appreciative. Two people virtually raced over to the back of the machine to shut it down.
At the time, it was a no brainer. But I am wondering if, since the receipt I got indicated a $15 withdrawal, and the cameras usually focus and faces, what would the traceability of it have been? I wonder if Diebold might have been stuck with the mistake. . .Maybe my honesty could have been turned into a political act, if Diebold would have lost out on the money. . .
posted by Danf
on Jan 13, 2005 -
15 answers
How much money do you typically carry with you at any one time?
posted by Jaybo
on Nov 7, 2004 -
55 answers
There's Paypal, eGold, amazon bucks et al. Is there a "net-cash" system out there that people from all over the world - from Aruba to Brazil to Zimbabwe - can use?
posted by dabitch
on Dec 16, 2003 -
5 answers
