Everyone knows Capital One’s famous question, “What’s In Your Wallet?” So, I thought I’d take a peek into mine and share with you all for comparison.
I’m not a fan of bulky wallets—they’re a pain to sit on. My ideal wallet would be a digital copy of my driver’s license that can handle payments, act as an insurance and ID card, and cover all bases. But until that happens, I try to keep things simple.
Here’s what’s currently in my wallet:
– California driver’s license for both car and motorcycle, complete with the organ donor status.
– Library card, which impresses the ladies apparently, so it’s visible in the clear front pocket.
– Scuba Schools International diving certification card, checked off my bucket list this year.
– New York City MetroCard leftover from summer travels.
– Corporate card for business expenses to keep things tidy.
– Personal credit card for maximizing rewards.
– Cigna health care insurance card, plus a digital copy on my phone for safekeeping.
– Garage door access card for my tennis club, offering free parking after hours.
– Lake Tahoe resort owner’s card for a 10% food and drink discount.
– Lake Tahoe resort owner’s spending card, my annual allowance debit card.
– Squaw Valley and Alpine Meadows snowboard season pass, though not so useful in Hawaii for the next four weeks!
– Guest passes for another swim & tennis club in SF, handy for spontaneous workouts and outdoor hot tub sessions.
– Five Financial Samurai business cards, just in case I meet someone in need of financial guidance.
– Car registration, with a spare in my glove compartment.
– $27 in cash, usually I carry $50 but I’m feeling light today.
– Four business receipts, collected throughout the week.
After this exercise, I realize my wallet is overloaded. Losing it is a major hassle—I’ve been through that before. Cancelling cards, getting replacements, and re-entering all those auto-pay accounts is a nightmare.
