Author: Kyle Burbank
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Walmart Offering 50% Off Annual Walmart+ Membership
Those looking to join Walmart+ can currently do so at a discount. About the Walmart+ Limited Time Offer: For a limited time, new Walmart+ members can join for half the regular annual cost. Through July 15th, Walmart is offering a one-year membership for $49 — versus the regular $98 fee. Note that this offer is not…
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American Express Gold Card Offering “Up to” 100K Point Bonus
American Express is (potentially) upping the welcome bonus for another one of its signature cards. About the Amex Gold Card’s Elevated Offer: The American Express Gold Card is now offering an enhanced welcome bonus — for some, that is. Now, new cardmembers can earn up to 100,000 bonus Amex Membership Rewards points after spending at…
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Acorns Acquires Family Finance Platform Zeta
Acorns is adding a fellow FinTech app’s assets to its platform. About the Acquisition: Recently, Acorns announced that it had acquired the app Zeta. As a result of this transaction, Zeta cofounders Kevin Hopkins and Aditi Shekar have joined the Acorns team. Financial details about the acquisition were not disclosed. As Acorns notes, this marks…
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“I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt” Book Review
Recently, my wife reminded me about the free app Libby, which offers ebooks and audiobooks from your local library. While browsing, I came across the book I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt: Everything I Wish I Never Had to Learn About Money by Madeline Pendleton. Admittedly, the cover including Pendleton’s…
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Bilt Boosting Gift Card Redemptions for July 2025 Rent Day
Bilt Rewards is back with another Rent Day promotion for July 2025. About July’s Bilt Rent Day Gift Card Deal: On July 1st, Bilt Rewards members can take advantage of Rent Day by redeeming their Bilt Points for gift cards at enhanced rates. Similar to recent transfer partner offers, this redemption bonus is tiered, meaning…
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Patreon Increasing Its Creator Cut Later This Summer
The popular site Patreon has announced a new fee structure taking effect soon. About Patreon’s New Fee: This summer, Patreon will be updating its fees. On August 4th, the platform will be increasing its standard plan fee to 10% of earnings plus applicable fees and taxes. Moreover, the site is simplifying its options by retiring…
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BNPL Platform Klarna to Launch Mobile Phone Plans in the U.S.
The “buy now, pay later” platform Klarna is readying to launch a new venture: a mobile phone plan. About Klarna’s Mobile Phone Plans: Klarna is entering the world of mobile phone service. The company is partnering with Gigs to debut an unlimited phone plan with uncapped data, talk, and texting. While this new plan will…
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Amex Offering Elevated Welcome Bonus for Platinum Card
With the revamped Chase Sapphire Reserve card making lots of headlines, Amex is looking to court new customers with an elevated welcome offer for its iconic Platinum Card. About the Platinum Card’s Enhanced Welcome Bonus: The American Express Platinum Card is offering an increased welcome bonus. Currently, new cardholders can earn up 175,000 Membership Rewards…
