Bank of America just lost all Zelle transfers, for many customers

Re:Bank of America just lost all Zelle transfers, for many c... by Xylakant on Wednesday January 18, 2023 @01:27PM (#34430752)

The problem with buying in bulk is that it requires the money up-front and that works only if you can save enough money at least once. Poor people can be permanently cash-strapped, so they never manage to get to the point for that upfront investment.

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Re:Bank of America just lost all Zelle transfers, for many c... by SketchySeaBeast on Wednesday January 18, 2023 @01:42PM (#34430978)

Money up-front AND storage space.

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Re:Bank of America just lost all Zelle transfers, for many c... by Consultant32452 on Thursday January 19, 2023 @05:13PM (#34446413)

I can't help you with the $ problem, but if storage space is your limiting factor you can buy commercially packaged "survival food" that comes in #10 cans and/or 5-gallon buckets. A 2-week supply of food at 2k calories per day takes up about 2 5-gallon buckets. #10 cans can be stored under a bed. You'll additionally need water and a way to heat it. I think most of them can be eaten cold, but that seems very unpleasant.

This, obviously, is a different strategy than buying bulk and cycling through your regular eating. A 1-2 week supply is plenty for most people. You aren't trying to become a prepper, you're just wanting to get through a crazy blizzard/hurricane/whatever.

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Re:Bank of America just lost all Zelle transfers, for many c... by issa on Wednesday January 18, 2023 @01:48PM (#34431053)

...and transportation

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Re:Bank of America just lost all Zelle transfers, for many c... by danaris on Wednesday January 18, 2023 @04:57PM (#34433694)

For elaboration, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boots_theory

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