Author: Kyle Burbank
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Current Rewards (Current Music) iOS App Review
Some time ago, Instagram introduced me to an app called Current Rewards — also known as Current Music (and not to be confused with the neobanking app Current). For a time, I got pretty into it and even purchased the Mode Phone, which took the Current Rewards concept to a new level. However, after using…
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Sam’s Club’s Biggest Selling Point (IMHO) is Getting Even Better
Ever since my wife and I got a Sam’s Club membership, I’ve fallen in love with the store’s Scan & Go feature. Using the Sam’s Club app, I can add items to my virtual cart at the same time as my physical one, complete the transaction on my phone, and then just have the exit…
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The Essential Guide to Saving Money When You Move
Are you thinking about moving because of a new job or just need a change in scenery? Depending on where you live, relocation could save a bundle in the long run. Unfortunately, there are also plenty of tasks as well as upfront expenses required in order to make a move happen. With that in mind,…
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Travel Tuesday: Delta is Changing Its Boarding Procedures… Kind Of
As a loyal-ish Delta customer, I like to think that I have a pretty good handle on what to expect when flying the airline. This includes knowing the order of their boarding groups — and even what I’d need to do in order to move up the food chain. Well, soon, that’s all changing… at…
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A Global Entry Price Hike is Coming – But There’s Still Time!
In my experience, Global Entry has been a lifesaver. From helping me make my connection on time to enabling me to save more than an hour of traffic when returning from Canada, the subscription has been well worth the price for us. Well, in a bit of bad news, the price for the service will…
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Downsizing Your Life: How to Do It and Why You Might Want To
After what may have seemed like an extremely long winter for some, spring is finally arriving. With the blooming flowers, warmer temperatures, and adjusted clocks, many are also gearing up for a tradition known as spring cleaning. While the habit of reorganizing yourself and decluttering your closets is great, what if you took things a…
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Audible Premium Plus Review: What it Offers and is it Worth it?
A few years ago, after hearing commercials for the service for years, I finally decided to try out an Audible subscription. Granted, I had purchased individual audiobooks from the platform in the past but hadn’t considered the membership. Cut to today and I’ve used Audible Premium Plus to download dozens of titles — including several…
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Goldbelly Review: Is it Worth the Cost?
If you ask anyone that knows me, they’ll tell you that I am no foodie. Heck, I don’t even like the word “foodie.” Yet, even with how basic I am when it comes to food, I still know when something is good and especially know when something is special. That’s why for some time now…
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Robinhood Gold Card — My Initial Thoughts on the 3% Back Card
Earlier this week, Robinhood held its own keynote event it dubbed “The New Gold Standard.” Of course, before the big news at hand could be announced on stage, word that it was (mainly) in regards to the company’s upcoming credit card offering got out — including the Robinhood site updating with some details as the…
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Travel Tuesday: Universal’s Aventura Hotel Review
For as many theme parks as I’ve been to in my life, it’s not very often that I actually get to stay on property at these resorts. So, while visiting Orlando back in October 2023, I decided to change that and book a stay at Universal’s Aventura Hotel — located at Universal Orlando Resort. This modern…
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How You Can Save Even More with Pepper Rewards This Month
A mere few weeks ago, I discovered an app called Pepper Rewards — and I’ve been in love with it since. Simply put, the app allows you to buy digital gift cards from several brands and earn 5% back. While this 5% back can’t be used for cash, it can easily be redeemed for more…
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Allbirds Offering 30% Off Sale Ahead of Spring (Rainy) Season
One of my favorite shoe brands is having a sale. Currently, Allbirds is offering 30% off on a number of their shoes, including their water-resistant models. By using the code SPRING30 at check out, you can save 30% on “select styles” of shoes. Thankfully, “select styles” include both the Wool Runner Mizzles and Wool Runner-Up…
