i'm not a currency trader, but if you've been to downtown baghdad recently, you might not think it was a good idea.

If the discerning pair want much more should I try to partner with them (they're complete strangers to me) or just walk away?

unfortunately you have to pay a % to exchange your money (my guess is 3-5%) and not sure if there may be fees on top of that at the bank. so if you are dealing in two currencies be aware of that. it goes two ways. ie if you buy something on a credit card and refund if you are charged twice for the exchange.

I have around 10-15k to work with and I think I am going to pair up with a friend of mine.

I use every chance I can get to help out with people who know what they're doing - for example, my neighbour is a carpenter, and if they need an extra pair of hands, I'll tag along and learn on the job.

I know they like to take advantage of us teenagers as well, speaking up and keeping your ground always helps : ) show em that ya gotta pair .

If there are pipes coming in through the floor, I patch the holes with a pair of sissors, flashing and some construction adhesive.

There were over 3,000 pairs of shoes, 3,000 purses, endless piles of stuffed animals, lots of craft items and on and on.

And finally can you answer this...With the US Dollars value at such a low point compared to foreign currency, why would I buy now?

i have been working with realestate groups while the market has been down and getting them involved in the currency markets.