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.

  • Moving? You Might Need to Tell Your Current State… Or Else

    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 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

    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

    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

    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

    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.

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  • Changing Your Own Oil? Don’t Forget This Step

    Changing Your Own Oil? Don’t Forget This Step

    So, if you’re considering trying your hand at changing your vehicle’s oil, don’t let that annoying maintenance light hold you back — hit up Google instead. Not only will you save a few bucks but, if you’re like me, you’ll also feel like a freaking genius afterward.

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  • Credit Karma Adds Tool for Finding Unclaimed Funds

    Credit Karma Adds Tool for Finding Unclaimed Funds

    I just made $50 in about five minutes. Okay, technically I didn’t exactly make it — I found it. That’s all thanks to Credit Karma’s recently added Unclaimed Money feature. It’s definitely worth taking a few minutes to head over to Credit Karma and see if you have some lost funds looking for you!

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