Travel Abroad Checklist for First Timers
Melissa Lambarena outlines steps for first time international travel. It covers passport validity, blank pages, document copies, enrollment in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, medication rules, vaccinations, travel insurance, insurance coordination, banking, and communication. It emphasizes preparing legal documents, medical readiness, and local logistics to reduce travel hiccups.
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Passport fee hike takes effect April 2
U S passport costs rise on April 2 with adult first time in person fee to 35 for execution and total 145 for new adult passports. Renewals stay 110 while under 16 cards rise to 115 and card fees to 65. The change aims to reflect true in person service costs with 11.5 million expected in person applications in 2018.
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Review your auto loans to lower payments by refinancing with a new lender. Compare multiple offers within 14 days to limit credit impact, and beware extending loan terms that raise total interest. Shop for per mile or usage based discounts from insurers like Metromile Esurance Milewise and verify applicable savings.
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