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[–] danwritesbooks@aussie.zone 2 points 1 year ago (6 children)

Any recommendations on a service I can use that isn't paypal to send money to the USA? TorFX seems to have good reviews and no fees which is a win.

[–] MHLoppy2@aussie.zone 6 points 1 year ago (4 children)

I've used Wise (formerly TransferWise) for international transfers a couple of times. They use "mid market" exchange rates so tend to be on the cheaper side as far as total loss of value on a transfer (fees + exchange rate losses).

Admittedly it's been a couple of years since I last looked around at these services though!

[–] danwritesbooks@aussie.zone 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'll take a look at their rates. Thanks.

[–] just_kitten@aussie.zone 3 points 1 year ago

Yeah, my brother uses Wise for all transfers in/out of the US. It's a fairly popular option for larger amounts

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