Update: There is now a $10 off $50 gift card at participating malls, $5 off $25+ at Shell Gas, $25 off $75 at Ticketmaster.com, and $50 off $250 at Travelocity. If you have more than one American Express card, you can link one per unique Twitter … [Read the rest]
American Express Twitter #hashtags Promotion
Posted on August 6, 2012 // 12 Comments
Last updated: February 9, 2017
Lists of Companies That Consistently Raise Dividends
Posted on August 2, 2012 // 8 Comments
I'm about halfway into a review copy of the book Get Rich with Dividends by Marc Lichtenfeld. Although there is more hype than I usually like - "easy 12% returns!" - I am learning things about dividend stock investing. There is a handy chart … [Read the rest]
Last updated: April 25, 2019
Free Chapter: New Edition of The Undercover Economist
Posted on August 1, 2012 // Leave a Comment
Writer Tim Harford recently published a newly revised edition of his book The Undercover Economist. I read the first edition in 2009 and definitely enjoyed how it explained economics using everyday occurrences. I wrote about two memorable … [Read the rest]
Last updated: April 25, 2019
Babies R Us + Amazon.com Baby Registry Experience
Posted on July 31, 2012 // 4 Comments
The baby shower is over and we're on the home stretch. As a follow-up to my baby registry comparison, here's our experience using both the Babies R Us and Amazon.com baby registries at the same time. We are blessed with lots of generous friends … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 31, 2012
Stable Value Funds Safe In Rising Rate Environment?
Posted on July 30, 2012 // 2 Comments
If you have a 401(k) or other tax-sheltered retirement plan, one of the investment options may be a stable value (SV) fund. In today's low interest rate environment, stable value funds have been popular as they offer the stable price of a money … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 30, 2012
Best Broker for Coverdell ESA / Education IRA
Posted on July 27, 2012 // 19 Comments
As a follow-up to my Coverdell ESA vs. 529 Plan comparison, I was looking for the best discount brokerage to open up a Coverdell Education Savings Account. Although you could also open an ESA at a bank for slow but steady growth, many people prefer … [Read the rest]
Last updated: August 9, 2018
Coverdell ESA vs. 529 Plan Comparison Chart
Posted on July 26, 2012 // 26 Comments
I've been doing some research into college savings plans, and here is a side-by-side comparison of the Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) and the 529 College Savings Plan. The Coverdell used to be known as an "Education IRA" and still … [Read the rest]
Last updated: February 24, 2015
Credit Sesame Promotions – Free Android App
Posted on July 25, 2012 // 1 Comment
Credit Sesame offers free credit scores and feedback based on your Experian credit report. No credit card required, no trial required, and you can check once a month. You can now track your credit score with their newly-released free Android app … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 6, 2017
Chase Total Checking Account Promotion – $150 Bonus
Posted on July 24, 2012 // 12 Comments
Chase Bank is offering a $150 bonus for new customers when you open a Chase Total Checking account plus deposit $100 and set up direct deposit within 60 days of account opening. You can avoid monthly service fees if you make a $500+ direct deposit … [Read the rest]
Last updated: December 18, 2015
Free Summer Bowling Promotions
Posted on July 23, 2012 // 1 Comment
In celebration of National Bowling Day, register and get a coupon for a free game of bowling at participating centers on August 11, 2012. You can also try the direct download link here. Valid for a free game up to $6 value. Limit one free game … [Read the rest]
Last updated: April 8, 2017
Lowe’s Iris: DIY Home Security System With No Monthly Monitoring Fee?
Posted on July 23, 2012 // 35 Comments
Home improvement chain Lowe's just announced a new "smart home" system called Iris where you can monitor and control your home through your smartphone or computer. The DIY system can be installed with just an ethernet broadband connection and a … [Read the rest]
Last updated: July 23, 2012
$15 Free Live Nation Credit With Starwood Preferred Guest
Posted on July 23, 2012 // 2 Comments
If you are a member of the Starwood Preferred Guest hotel program (good credit card), enter your SPG number at spgpromos.com/lncashcodes and get a free $15 promo code (limited quantities) redeemable towards merchandise or concert tickets. The … [Read the rest]
Last updated: February 9, 2017
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