Category Archives: business

How to Turn Your Gold into Cash While Prices Are at Historic Highs

With gold prices nearly double what they were just a year ago, experts say now is the perfect time to trade in your unused or broken gold jewelry. And consumers have more choices than ever, from local pawn shops and jewelry stores to cash-for-gold websites. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s Vicky Nguyen sends identical versions of a 14-karat gold chain to a range of appraisers to see how to get most value.

How to Avoid Scams and Protect Digital Identity on Spring Break

Former Secret Service agent, author and NBC News law enforcement analyst Evy Poumpouras joins TODAY with tips for protecting your finances and digital identity from fraud and scams during the spring break travel season. She breaks down what to be aware of before, during and after your trip, including fake listings, posting on social media while traveling and more.