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7 Best Credit Cards for Uber Rides

Brian Martucci — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:00:00 +0000

If you ride with Uber more than once in a great while, you’ll come out ahead when you use one of these cards as your default payment method.

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10 Best Places to Buy Contact Lenses Online

Tom Blake — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Like anything else you buy, if you want to save money on contacts, shopping for deals from the right retailers is crucial. Thankfully, numerous retailers can help contact lens wearers save money. If you’re tired of overpaying for this necessary expense, these are the places to shop.

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11 Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards of June 2024

Brian Martucci — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Dive into our comprehensive guide to the best travel rewards credit cards of 2023, tailored to fit every kind of traveler. Whether you prefer airline-specific, hotel-specific, or versatile rewards cards, we help you navigate your options. With detailed insights into annual fees, redemption options, bonus points, and valuable fringe benefits, our guide serves as your roadmap to optimal travel rewards.

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10 Best Student Checking Accounts of June 2024

Brian Martucci — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Students need a checking account without excessive fees or unrealistic balance requirements. These low-cost, low-balance bank accounts give them what they want — and some have cash back and opening bonuses to boot.

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How to Emigrate and Move to Another Country – Costs & Procedure

Brian Martucci — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000

In the 2008 book, “The Big Sort,” journalist Bill Bishop and sociologist Robert Cushing explore the reasons behind the United States’ deepening political, economic, and cultural divisions along racial, class, and geographic lines. Despite vast improvements in communication technology and the explosive growth of available content and information, explain Bishop and Cushing, like-minded people continue

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Is Zipcar Worth It? – Review, Membership-Based City Car Share Program

Brian Martucci — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Sign up for Zipcar and get a FREE $25 driving credit. Zipcar offers city-dwellers a viable alternative to traditional car ownership. Its hundreds of hubs around the globe make it one of the world’s largest carsharing companies, and once you have a membership you can use its vehicles anywhere – including Europe. Like the locally based nonprofits

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9 Best Receipt Rewards Apps for 2024

Amy Freeman — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Food is a significant and growing expense for the average American. Thankfully, grocery rebate apps can help put cash back in your pocket after a grocery store trip. Try these receipt-scanning apps to get back more of your hard-earned cash.

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3 Home Phone Landline Alternatives That Save You Money

Amy Livingston — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 17:00:00 +0000

If you’ve been wondering if it’s time to ditch your landline phone, the answer is yes — probably. Mobile phones, VoIP, and ATAs all have their advantages compared with a traditional landline, but they have disadvantages too. Here’s what you need to consider before deciding to cut the cord.

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13 Best Places to Buy Prescription Eyeglasses for Cheap (Online / In-Store)

Tom Blake — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The average consumer spends nearly $130 for their frames — not including lenses. Thankfully, there are ways to save money on glasses if you know where to shop. Thanks to these retailers, there’s no longer a reason to pay full price for your next frame upgrade or new pair of glasses.

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Extreme Couponing 101: Save Over 80% on Groceries

Tom Blake — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:42:00 +0000

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American family spends more than $8,000 on food and personal care products. That’s a significant portion of many families’ annual income. With rising food prices and broader inflation, costs aren’t likely to go down anytime soon. Fortunately, there are already numerous ways to save money on

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How Much Clothing Alterations Cost – 6 Ways Tailors Can Save You Money

Amy Livingston — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

There’s nothing so frustrating as having a closetful of clothes and nothing to wear. But with the help of a good tailor, you can turn all your near misses into perfect fits. But altering clothes isn’t always worth it. Find out how much tailors cost and what’s worthy of their attention.

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12 Best Hotel Booking Apps of 2022 – Get Cheap Deals on Rooms

G. Brian Davis — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

A hotel booking app can help save you time, hassle, and money when planning your next trip. They aggregate options to provide you with an abundance of choices and discounts. To get the best deals, download these heavy hitters and check them all before you book.

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22 Ways to Eat Cheap & Save on Food While Traveling on Vacation

Brian Martucci — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Food is one of the most expensive costs of a business trip or family vacation. But you can find ways to shave a few dollars off your trip food budget at every meal. Implement these cost-effective strategies for saving money on food on your next trip.

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17 Countries Where Your Investments Can Buy Citizenship or Residency

G. Brian Davis — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

There are several benefits of getting a second passport or residency in another country, including easier travel, higher pay potential, and the ability to take advantage of a lower cost of living. Check out these 15 countries with the most reasonable residency and citizenship programs.

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13 Best Price Comparison Websites for Smart Shoppers (2024)

Brian Martucci — Tue, 23 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Amid the chaos of digital retail, quality online comparison-shopping engines — otherwise known as price-comparison tools — are bright guiding lights for shoppers short on time and money. And these are some of the best price-comparison app options on the market right now.

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How to Make Money Flipping Cars – Fix Up & Sell Cars for Big Profit

Brian Martucci — Fri, 19 May 2023 14:10:00 +0000

Despite its popularity, flipping houses isn’t the only way to make money fixing up undervalued assets. If you have the right temperament and know-how, you can also turn a profit flipping cars. I’ve spent a lot of time learning how to successfully buy, fix, and sell old cars. In this guide, I’m going to outline the anatomy

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7 Best Credit Cards for Online Shopping – Reviews & Comparison

Brian Martucci — Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The best credit cards for online shopping boast above-average rewards and potentially valuable cardholder perks for shoppers who prefer to do the bulk of their purchasing digitally. Which is best for you?

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What Is Cryptocurrency – How It Works, History & Bitcoin Alternatives

Brian Martucci — Thu, 18 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Cryptocurrencies, or virtual currencies, are digital means of exchange created and used by private individuals or groups. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and a host of alternative coins exist today. Learn what cryptocurrency is, how it works, the history of the technology, and examples of cryptocurrencies today.

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15 Ways to Travel the World for Free (or Even Get Paid)

G. Brian Davis — Sun, 14 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Do you dream of seeing the world but don’t have a fat travel fund to do it? Today, there are more opportunities than ever to travel the world on the cheap — or even for free. For anyone looking to travel on a tiny budget, these travel tips are hard to beat.

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6 Best Credit Cards for College Students of 2024

Brian Martucci — Thu, 11 May 2023 16:41:27 +0000

The best student credit cards are a lot like the best credit cards for nonstudents. They generally have low fees, reasonable APRs, and perks that specifically appeal to college students. A few even have cash back programs that reward spending on gas, groceries, dining out, and other routine purchases. So it should come as no

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