PicsArt Monthly PicsArt Monthly Magazine December Issue 2014 | Page 14

BLACK MARKET Many countries have a vibrant black market in currency exchange. People on the street will offer vastly better rates for your money. They make a profit because their currency is so volatile that they can turn yours for even higher cash or it is a scam. It is an alternate means of increasing buying power but be careful. Counterfeiting needs to be part of the dialogue. Large bills are often hard to use. Many shop owners will not accept them. Some countries will only deal in new crisp money and reject the older, worn bills. Do not be insulted. They have their reasons.  14 | PicsArt Monthly