Do you carry cash around?

[77T]

You can use a Sunpass, but the law in Florida allows people to just drive through and then be billed later by mail.


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[Art 1]

Originally Posted by 77T

You can use a Sunpass, but the law in Florida allows people to just drive through and then be billed later by mail.


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True. But they can fine you $100

[yukosaturno]

I carry cash everyday, not much, since i'm a student, but still, enough to go through the day, it's not that I don't trust banks, I just don't care much for credit/debit cards, so I don't even carry one.

I guess it has to do with how I was created, I have always seen my dad carrying cash, and I come from a family of dealers (dad in art and antique business, mom in luxury vehicles and armoring business), and I learned over time that cash has a strong effect on closing a good deal.

And yes, some people might not understand it, but it generally is a good idea to carry a bit of money around if you buy and sell a lot, sometimes, the best object of the day comes from a place that doesn't take cards, I have bought way too many watches from places like that, only with cash or checks.

[77T]

Out of state plates get a $2.50 admin fee for their accumulated tolls. Maybe the fines are for locals?


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Originally Posted by 77T

Out of state plates get a $2.50 admin fee for their accumulated tolls. Maybe the fines are for locals?


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It's if the cop catches you. The do set up patrols for it. I was pulled of once because my transponder failed to go off. There are signs up allertimg to the possible fines. Some exits are sun pass only. They really like to sit there and watch.

[77T]

Originally Posted by Art 1

It's if the cop catches you. The do set up patrols for it. I was pulled of once because my transponder failed to go off. There are signs up allertimg to the possible fines. Some exits are sun pass only. They really like to sit there and watch.

The intent of the change in the law was to avoid those situations but I get your point about selective enforcement.

Per the plan, you could be issued a Uniform Traffic Citation (UTC). But you can reply to it and simply pay the toll + admin charge within 30 days. If you do not reply to the notice within 30 days, the Clerk of the Court in the county where the Citation was issued takes over. At that point, without a valid reason for not paying the toll, you get the $100 fine plus court costs and fees.


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[Art 1]

Originally Posted by 77T

The intent of the change in the law was to avoid those situations but I get your point about selective enforcement.

Per the plan, you could be issued a Uniform Traffic Citation (UTC). But you can reply to it and simply pay the toll + admin charge within 30 days. If you do not reply to the notice within 30 days, the Clerk of the Court in the county where the Citation was issued takes over. At that point, without a valid reason for not paying the toll, you get the $100 fine plus court costs and fees.


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That's good to know.

[twitch54]

Originally Posted by MonBK

I always carry 5-10k in case something "comes up".

What about you?

pesos ??????

[KarlTheToyotaGuy]

I always carry a bit of cash. Not a lot, don't get me wrong, but enough.

There has been quite a few times where deals have come up. I have a few MB (and had a few Omas) writing instruments because of it. Others have been tools, cars, cookware, etc.

It's something I learned from my father as well. When an opportunity presents itself, you don't want to be the dingus running to the bank first, and hoping it's still available later.

There has also been a few moments where cards just don't work. Be it the machines go out, or something similar.

My butcher deals in cash, some wonderful local restaurants, a few things like that also.

[dadonn2]

I'm someone who does carry cash and would feel odd if they didn't. When I first had enough credit to care about, it was a period where identity theft was a big thing. It seemed like every third purchase I would make required phone calls and answering a battery of questions. Over time, I used cash more and have to say, for whatever reason, feel like I have a knack for getting my card rejected without cause. Got a new card a couple of months ago, activated it, used it online a couple of times, went to dinner with friends and it got declined. No idea why. My wife uses cards for everything without incident but I wouldn't feel comfortable without cash.

[mschafer]

On me very little, around $100 and I never use it, between CC and Applepay. Also, we're in NYC wheres an ATM from our bank on every second block.

[Maxy]

No, never but I think I should carry at least couple of $20 bills! I never remember to get it from ATM.

[ejvette]

I usually carry in my pocket 3-6 hundred but can get my hands on 30K on very short notice ..... should the need arise.... really happy my wife doesn't read this forum!

[MonBK]

Bought a box of 50 cartons at 60% off last night thanks to cash at hand.

[returntorolex]

Originally Posted by MonBK

Bought a box of 50 cartons at 60% off last night thanks to cash at hand.

You must go through A LOT of eggs!

[MonBK]

Originally Posted by returntorolex

You must go through A LOT of eggs!

Yes, I do about 30 boxes a year.

[Maxtor]

Having lots of money on hand makes sense if you buy and sell, but I just buy and rarely sell. So, usually between $150 and $300. I can always get to an ATM machine if I need more.

[Dr. Robert]

Yes

[Fredrik]

I used to buy/sell lots of studio equipment in need of repair. When a deal came up I always got it because I could be there right on the spot with money in hand. I repaired the stuff and kept anything I wanted and sold the rest. The only way to do that kind of deals was with cash. There are instant bank transfers that can be done on your phone nowadays, but cash still always works.

I always had about 1000-1500 USD ready in case anything showed up. Double that if I would still do it, this was about 15 years ago.

[EE33]

In the past few years I've hardly carried any cash on me as I can pay for most of my travels and purchases via WeChat pay here in China, from a 1RMB banana upwards. Every vendor/shop here is geared up to accept such payments. Scan your phone and off you go, paid.
Even with my friends here, credit/debit cards and cash are rarely used.

One gets so used to this convenience and cashless society here that when I travel overseas I need to carry cash and that's a pain!

[zama]

My grandfather used to carry a couple of thousand on him back in the 80's/90's, my nan used to iron his money to make it flat, I kid you not. Me I never have more than $150 in my wallet and often closer to $0, Australia is now a totally tap and go world, even a recent charity donation at the cricket they had a tap and go machine.

[antbkny]

i think a lot of you guys have been watching too many episodes of storage wars and american pickers lol

[Langnam]

Used the last of my cash this morning. I have no idea when physical bills will be in my wallet.


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[Langnam]

Used the last of my cash this morning on breakfast. I have no idea when there will be physical bills in my wallet.


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[HogwldFLTR]

I tend to keep anywhere from $50 to $200 in my wallet but usually use plastic if possible. Generally it disappears with time and has to be replaced.

[SC11]

Late to this but I typically will have around £400 on me all time, I actually keep £250 in a seperate money holder somewhere on my person but not with my wallet!

Don’t live in a dangerous region of anything but its a just in case fund, should I lose my wallet, get mugged or whatever it nice to have it as a fall back!

Luckily I don’t drink so it can’t be used as that type of fall back haha

[SOS]

I keep £50-200 in my wallet usually.
Hell, almost every shop accepts cards now.

[dwamps]

I'm more flush than usual. Got $20 in fives and ones in my wallet.

Generally no need for cash and many nearby places to quickly get some if I needed it.

[CRM114]

Usually carry the equivalent of 800 to 1,000 USD in the local currency wherever I'm at. If I'm traveling/working another 1,000 USD tucked away in a rathole somewhere in my luggage.

[jrs146]

I usually put $100-300 in my wallet and slowly spend it down to zero. Then I’ll forget to put more in and eventually be in a situation where I need cash and don’t have it. Finally I’ll pull some out of the safe and start the cycle over.


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