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Fi Smart Collar (Series 2) Review: Is it Worth It?

by Kyle BurbankNov 10, 2022

A few months ago, my wife and I expanded our family by adding a dog. And while I've already shared some of the expenses we've incurred since bringing Rigby home, I wanted to go more into detail about one item we purchased for her: a Fi Smart Collar. This is...

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4 Ways to Save Money on Rent — Without Moving

by Kyle BurbankJul 29, 2022

For months, one of the biggest stories in the country — let alone finance stories — has been the rate of inflation. Due to a number of factors, Americans have seen everything from their grocery bills to their gas pump totals rise. Similarly, many renters have experienced hikes on their...

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Meal Delivery Services: Pros, Cons, and Comparisons

by Kyle BurbankJun 16, 2022 3

Sometimes a simple idea can really take off, leading others to put their own twist on it and flood the market. That's pretty much exactly what's happened with meal delivery services — also known as meal kit subscriptions. These plans allow you to select from a list of recipe options...

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6 Tips for Saving Money When Buying Electronics

by Kyle BurbankMay 5, 2022

There's no doubt that technology and electronics play a bigger role in our lives now more than ever before. Because of this, many of us find ourselves in the market for new tech on a fairly frequent basis. Whether it's a new phone, computer, tablet, camera, smartwatch, drone, or whatever...

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Save Money on Bank Fees with These Online-Only Banks

by Kyle BurbankMar 10, 2022 5

It’s no secret that many Americans have a complicated relationship with banks. In many ways, they may just seem like a necessary evil people put up with for convenience's sake. As a result, consumers tend to grin and bear it with the various fees they’re charged on a monthly basis....

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Is it Worth Opening a Credit Card Just For the Bonus?

by Kyle BurbankJun 10, 2021 2

Over the past several years, my interest in credit card rewards has grown tremendously. As this has happened, I've also backtracked on a couple of positions I held earlier on. A key example of this evolution is how I went from thinking I'd never want a credit card that charged...