In fact, in one research study people were twice as likely to return a lost wallet if it had a picture of a baby in it, than if it had pictures of animals, families or spouses.

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Lastly, the IRS advises that if you think you may be at risk for identity theft due to a lost or stolen purse or wallet, questionable credit card activity, or unexpected bad credit report, contact the IRS Identity Protection Specialized Unit toll-free at 1-800-908-4490.

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Air travel has become increasingly annoying and enervating: delayed flights, more restrictive rules on the size of carry-ons (anything bigger than a wallet may force a gate check), delayed or lost luggage, long check-in lines, etc.

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Keep it in a secure and locked location or with a trusted individual at home whom you can contact in case your wallet is lost or stolen.

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Though lost scholarships and bowl bans sting more, nothing hurts like taking a hit in your wallet.

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