Author: Kyle Burbank
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Lessons From a First-Time Home Buyer: DIY Until You Can’t
When it comes to tackling household projects, I think it’s safe to assume that most homeowners see two potential paths: hiring someone to do it for them or doing it themselves. Yet, I’m here to argue that there’s a third, hybrid option. In fact, it’s the approach my wife and I just took. I like…
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Sam’s Club Announces Price Hikes on All Annual Memberships
A popular warehouse club is raising its annual fee once again. About Sam’s Club’s Membership Price Increase: This week, Sam’s Club notified members that it will soon be increasing the price of its annual membership. Effective starting May 1st, the price for the base Club membership will increase $10 to $60 per year. Similarly, the…
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WalletHub Study Ranks U.S. States by Average Citizen Tax Burden
Just in time for the 2026 tax filing due date, a new study highlights the total tax burden that residents of different states face. About the Tax Burden by State Results: The personal finance site WalletHub has released its list of states with the highest and lowest tax burdens. To arrive at these figures, the…
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Amex Platinum to Remove Saks Credit Amid Retailer’s Bankruptcy
One of the American Express Platinum card‘s numerous perks is set to disappear later this year. About the Amex Platinum Saks Credit Removal American Express has announced that it will soon discontinue the Platinum Card’s Saks Fifth Avenue Credit. According to a report from Doctor of Credit, the benefit will officially be removed from the…
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Amex Introduces Graphite Business Cash Unlimited Card
American Express has announced a new business credit card, along with some incoming updates to a couple of its other products. About the American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited Card This week, Amex revealed a brand new card. With the Graphite Business Cash Unlimited Card, cardmembers can earn 2% cashback on all eligible purchases. Additionally,…
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Guide to the Best Rewards Credit Cards for Gasoline
Updated on March 26, 2026 Whether it’s for summer road trips or daily commutes, it seems that American consumers are always looking for a way to save on gas. In turn, some may be seeking credit cards that can help them earn rewards as they fill their tanks. Luckily, there are several options that can…
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Bilt April 2026 Rent Day Transfer Bonus to Feature Wyndham
Bilt is debuting a new travel transfer partner — and offering a transfer bonus for April 2026 Rent Day. Plus, an extra redemption increase will be available. About the Wyndham Rewards Transfer Bonus This week, Bilt announced that members can now transfer Bilt Points to Wyndham Rewards. The program is now the 24th Bilt transfer…
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Average FICO Credit Score Decreases for Third Straight Year
The latest FICO Score Credit Insights report finds that the average credit score ticked down once again. About the Latest Average Credit Score Report: According to the latest FICO data, the average American credit score is now 714. That’s down one point from last year and continues a slide that started in 2023 when the average…
