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This Computer Comes with Free Wifi on Planes

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I’ll admit it: I’ve become a little bit obsessed with getting free wifi on airplanes. It’s not because I don’t think paying for wifi on planes is worth it — it is… sometimes. My problem is that JetBlue has found a way to offer free wifi to all of its passengers, Southwest charges $5 for…

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Costco Sold How Many $5 Chickens Last Year?!?

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In terms of brands that people love, Costco is definitely towards the top. From the cheap gas to the unbelievable deals on wine (Costco is the world’s biggest wine retailer) to the smorgasbord of free samples, Costco is a tribute to capitalism in every way. It’s the stuff that mid-60s Soviet leaders had nightmares about.…

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Farewell, Google Express: A Eulogy

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Friends, we are gathered here today to lay to rest Google Express. My free trial is now over, which means it has — quite literally –  expired. While the service lives on in the hearts and homes of others, it has delivered its last box of Kleenex to me, which is ironic because I could…

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6 Costco Products That Are Better Than Name-Brand

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You’re either a Costco person or you’re not. If you’re a Costco person, then you know the joy you feel when you walk into the warehouse and sense the massive deals you’re about to get. You marvel at the value of Costco products — all under the Kirkland Signature label — and eagerly stock up…

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Major New Years Deals on Amazon

Yesterday, I told you about my plan to get healthier in 2015. Health isn’t just about weight loss, though. January is the perfect time to commit to making every aspect of your life healthier, from food to exercise to something as simple as keeping your home cleaner and more organized. As an Amazon affiliate, I’m…

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Your 12 Favorite Airport Deals Around the World

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A couple of weeks ago, I ran a giveaway where readers had to mention their favorite airport deals in order to enter. While some of you took the pessimistic “There are deals at the airport?!? LOL! OMG! SO FUNNY!,” other people weighed in with great advice and instead of letting it all languish in the…

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Get 50,000 Miles (AA, UA, Delta) for Making Money

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The stock market can be a dangerous game, but with enough patience and a little know-how, it can also be very rewarding. I won’t be giving any stock tips here, but a little over a year ago I took advantage of a mileage bonus through Fidelity to get a chunk of miles just for opening…

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JetBlue Lowers True Blue Redemption Minimum

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If you’re a regular JetBlue True Blue flyer, get ready to start dancing in the streets. I just got an email from JetBlue announcing that they’re lowering their redemption minimum for True Blue flights from 5,000 points all the way down to 3,500. That’s a 30% reduction! Taxes and fees are $5.60 each way and…

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Groupon Now Offers Reservations

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Hey, your favorite (or most hated, whatever) daily deals site is now offering time-specific deals. You don’t even need to bring your little voucher with you. When you buy the Groupon — currently just for restaurants that take reservations, but soon for salons, gyms, etc. — you’ll now be able to choose the exact time…

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