(Update 4/7: Random Walk is no longer on sale, but Intelligent Investor is still $2.99.) Amazon has the Kindle version of two investment classics on sale for $2.99 each at the moment. These are savings of over $10 from the usual price. A … [Read the rest]
Book Sale: A Random Walk Down Wall Street + The Intelligent Investor
Posted on April 3, 2018 // 5 Comments
Popular Direct Exclusive Savings Account Review
Posted on April 3, 2018 // 16 Comments
(Update 5/18/18: Looks like the available rate to new applicants is now down to 1.85% APY. This is why I don't like switching savings accounts nearly as much as locking in a good CD rate.) The Popular Direct Exclusive Savings account, offered … [Read the rest]
Best Interest Rates on Cash – April 2018
Posted on April 1, 2018 // 8 Comments
This WSJ article had a chart that illustrates why I run this update every month. Deposit rates at the big banks will stay low for as long as enough people don't move their funds elsewhere. The rising Fed rate changes nothing by itself. However, if … [Read the rest]
Tip: Buying Amazon Gift Certificates with an American Express Prepaid Rewards Card
Posted on March 30, 2018 // 18 Comments
Many promotions will offer a "$50 cash card" sent to you in the mail. I recently received such a $50 American Express Prepaid Rewards card that looks exactly like the image shown in the top-right corner. I am horrible with gift cards and coupons … [Read the rest]
Spending More Money Is Easy. Finding “Enough” Is Hard
Posted on March 29, 2018 // 8 Comments
Starwood Hotels sent me an e-mail with the subject "Family Traditions at St. Regis with Nacho Figueras". I had no idea who Mr. Figueras was, but you mention "family traditions" and I'm going to click on that like a sucker. It turned out to be a … [Read the rest]
Dinnertime: Which Meals Offers The Most Nutrition Per Dollar?
Posted on March 28, 2018 // 6 Comments
Here's another interesting Priceonomics study, this time analyzing the cost and nutritional content of common American meals. For each meal, we then derived a health score based on domain experts and the the nutrient-rich foods index (NRF9.3), … [Read the rest]
Readwise: Turn Your Kindle Highlights Into a Personalized Email Newsletter
Posted on March 27, 2018 // Leave a Comment
I love physical books, but my favorite thing about Kindle books is the highlight feature. It's really hard to remember everything that you read. This is why I try to condense my handwritten notes in my book reviews. I'll let The Atlantic … [Read the rest]
Equifax Lock & Alert: Block Access to Equifax Credit Report for Free
Posted on March 26, 2018 // 8 Comments
In case you missed it (as I did), Equifax extended their credit freeze fee waivers through June 30th, 2018. A credit freeze is regulated by your state, and generally prevents access to your credit reports to open new credit accounts. To unfreeze, … [Read the rest]
Amazon Prime + American Express Promotion: Fire Tablets from $20
Posted on March 22, 2018 // 5 Comments
Updated. Here's a targeted deal for Amazon Prime members that also have American Express Membership Rewards points. First, all Amazon Prime members can get the following prices today (20% off all Alexa-enabled devices): All-New 8GB Fire 7 … [Read the rest]
PSA: Check Your Facebook Privacy Settings and Third-Party Apps
Posted on March 21, 2018 // 1 Comment
If you use Facebook regularly, you should read this Buzzfeed article about how to check your third-party app settings. It's completely separate from your privacy settings. Even though I use Facebook very sparingly, I was surprised to find that I … [Read the rest]
Updated “About Me” and “My Money” Pages
Posted on March 20, 2018 // 9 Comments
We're in the midst of an extended Spring Break vacation, so posting will be light for the next two weeks. I have some pre-written content scheduled, but the comment moderation may be delayed. I also updated the "About Me" and "My Money" pages, … [Read the rest]
Audible Promo: 12 Audiobooks + Echo Dot for $99.50
Posted on March 19, 2018 // Leave a Comment
Do you enjoy audiobooks? Check out this Audible promotion. Membership usually costs $14.95 per month (1 audiobook per month), or $149.50 if you buy an annual membership upfront (12 audiobook credits). New members can get a 1-month free trial. … [Read the rest]
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