Author: Kyle Burbank
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Walmart+ Has Launched Its Own Travel Portal with Rewards
In 2020, Walmart announced a subscription service called Walmart+. At the time, it was largely viewed as an attempt to replicate and compete with Amazon’s popular Prime program. And while the free shipping and delivery perks of Walmart+ remain a major draw for some, the service has continued to add new perks in a bid…
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There’s More Bad News for Streaming Service Subscribers
The past few months have not been too friendly to cord-cutters and other consumers who rely on streaming services for their entertainment. Between crack-downs on password sharing, content being removed without any warning, and other annoyances, the value these platforms provide has undoubtedly taken a hit. Alas, it seems the damage isn’t done either as,…
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I Don’t Remember the Last Time I Paid for a Haircut
You saw the headline — so let me just assure you that it’s true. I realized this week that it must have been at least a decade since I walked into a barber (or so much as a Great Clips) and paid for a professional haircut. There are a couple of reasons for this. First,…
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Cometeer Review: A Money-Saving Specialty Coffee Source?
My relationship with coffee has really evolved over the years. Like many people my age (presumably), my first experience with drinking coffee with any frequency came thanks to the Starbucks Carmel Macchiato. Yet, when I wasn’t drinking sickly sweet beverages like that, I’d drink my coffee black. Somewhere along the way, I found myself gravitating…
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Travel Tuesday: Hyatt and MGM are Ending Their Partnership
One of the great ironies of travel loyalty programs is that, in many cases, you can actually leverage your loyalty status across other brands as well. Thanks to status matching, I’ve been able to enjoy a number of travel perks I certainly didn’t earn on my own. Unfortunately, some previous opportunities have been going away…
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T-Mobile is Ruining Its Autopay Discount and It Could Cost You
Ever since I switched to T-Mobile a few years ago, I’ve become a fan and have chronicled many of their interesting offerings. This includes things like their weekly giveaway feature T-Mobile Tuesdays as well their banking account T-Mobile Money and, most recently, the cashback T-Mobile Dining platform. That’s why it brings me a bit of…
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Earning My First (Real) Banking Bonus — Or How I Made $400
Over the years, I’ve managed to score a surprising amount of free money. Mostly, what I’m thinking of are some very generous bonuses I’ve earned from FinTech apps while they’ve been in their “throw VC money at people to acquire customers” phase. Yet, my most recent bonus win was not only among the most lucrative…
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Travel Tuesday: The Increasingly Complicated World of Disney Parks Bookings
Once upon a time, visiting Disneyland or Walt Disney World was pretty straightforward: you’d buy tickets for the parks (or paid an entry fee and bought a ticket book if you’re really old school), show up, and wait in line for the rides you wanted to experience. Well, those days are long gone. First, there…
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YouTube Has Lowered Its Thresholds for Monetization (Sort Of)
The YouTube Partner Program (YPP) is changing once again. Specifically, the video site is lowering the requirement, allowing more creators to join sooner — but there’s a bit of a catch. Let’s start with the basics. Now, those with at least 500 subscribers and who have made at least 3 valid public uploads within the…
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What I Learned From Making YouTube Shorts for 30 Days in a Row
Last fall, I wrote about my experience making my very first YouTube Short. After crafting those initial few Shorts, I largely gave up on the format for whatever reason. But, when fellow creator Jeff Rose suggested a 30 Day Shorts Challenge, I decided to take him up on the idea. So, from May 22nd through…
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Delta’s SkyMiles Credit Cards are Now Offering Enhanced Bonuses
Next week, summer 2023 will officially begin. In turn, millions of Americans will be soaking up the sun and setting off on fun-filled vacations. So, to capitalize on this travel moment, Delta and American Express have rolled out new welcome bonuses for a number of their co-branded cards. Now, new Delta SkyMiles cardmember can earn…
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Travel Tuesday: Even More Extended Stay Hotel Brands Are Coming
A couple of months ago, I wrote about Hyatt’s plans to launch a new imprint called Hyatt Studios. This brand — which the company bills as its first “upper-midscale” concept — is meant to appeal to extended-stay travelers and, in turn, will include such features as a full-sized fridge, multi-function convection microwaves, stovetop burners, and…
