Quick Tips
Every Friday I post a new Quick Tip covering a wide range of topics, including ways to save money, travel tips, personal products/services I find interesting, and more.
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Level Money is Shutting Down — Use This App Instead
If you were a Level Money user who’s now feeling lost, you may want to check out Mint as a way to continue on your financial journey. While it won’t replicate Level Money per se, it does have a number of features that can help you monitor your spending and stick to your budget.
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A Quick Tip on Tipping Internationally
If there’s one part of our financial culture that confuses and worries me, it’s tipping. See, I want to be a good person and give a nice tip (even if I really don’t want to spend the extra cash), but I just never know what even constitutes a “good tip.” Sure I know the ropes…
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Buy One, Get One Chipotle is Just a Beat Away
Whenever you mention Chipotle to someone, you’re likely to get one of two distinct reactions: “ooooo” or “ewww.” In many cases, that latter reaction is the result of a rough patch the burrito chain went through involving an E. coli outbreak along with some other food safety issues. Ever since then, the company has been…
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One Simple Habit That Could Help Your Credit Score
As simple as it may seem, the practice of making multiple monthly payments to keep your credit card balance low is surprisingly effective for helping your credit score. While you may not see a huge boost, it will at least prevent you from getting dinged by a rising credit utilization. In the end, getting into…
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Frugal Fun with Friends: Turning TV into a Social Event
Having a great time doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. Turning television watching into an interactive social event is a perfect example. So, instead of spending a small fortune to take on the town, I prefer to place my (non-monetary) bets, head to a friend’s house, and turn on HBO for a surprisingly entertaining…
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Are You Neglecting This Credit Card Cash Back Opportunity?
Controversial opinion: credit cards are great! Well, more accurately, rewards credit cards are great when used properly and responsibly. In fact, my wife and I have saved literally hundreds of dollars just by paying attention to what cards we’re using to pay for certain goods and then paying down our entire balance each month. That…
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Moving? You Might Need to Tell Your Current State… Or Else
So, while you’re making truck arrangements, finding housing, and getting your address info updated, you may want to take a minute to familiarize yourself with your current states laws before you go. In our case, had we been proactive instead of relying on our past (apparently incomparable) experiences, we could have saved a lot of…
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Cargo Adds Cash-Free “Minibars” to Rideshare Vehicles
Cargo really does sound like a win for everyone involved. Not only does it provide a service to both drivers and passengers but also does so in a nonintrusive and arguably elegant way. So, if you’re a rideshare driver looking to improve your passengers’ experience and perhaps make a little extra, trying out this service…
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Android Pay’s Latest Expansion Could Be Your Ticket to the Movies
If you’re an Android user and looking to catch some of the big summer blockbusters like Spider-Man: Homecoming, War for the Planet of the Apes, or Dunkirk, save yourself a couple of bucks by taking advantage of this Fandago/Android Pay promotion while it lasts.
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Uber Just Upped Your Side Hustle Earning Potential
If you’ve ever considered starting a side hustle and driving for Uber, now may be the perfect time to get on board. Uber is introducing in-app tips, which may prove a boon for upping your earning potential as a driver.
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Good News for Your Grocery Budget: Aldi is Expanding
Looking to save money on your grocery bill? If so, Aldi has a lot to offer. While, for most people, this discount store won’t completely replace your supermarket of choice, it can certainly help supplement your shopping list if you know the right things to buy.
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Why Teavana Could Be Your Ticket to Free Starbucks
While some Starbucks fans were disappointed and/or irate about the changes made to the Gold Card program last year, tea drinkers like me have made out like bandits. So if you’re a Teavana regular and you haven’t already, I highly recommend joining the Starbucks Rewards Program and getting your free drink on.
