Author Archives: wpengine

Why I pay credit card annual fees with a smile….sometimes

Posted on April 10, 2014 by wpengine

Back in February I was faced with a series of decisions.  Five credit cards were sitting in my wallet and every single one of them was due for an annual fee.  This was the big app-o-rama that I did last … Continue reading →

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Amazing opportunity with US Airways’ and British Airways’ alliance

Posted on April 3, 2014 by wpengine

I’ve got some great news for anyone who lives close to a city that is serviced by US Airways.    Yesterday was the first official day that US Airways joined with the OneWorld Alliance.  This means that you can now … Continue reading →

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My Top 10 Places I Want to Go……Really Soon

Posted on March 20, 2014 by wpengine

Very rarely do I put together a top 10 list of places that I want to go.  I want to go everywhere, so I’m just taking the places as they come.  I figured it would be good for me to … Continue reading →

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Can My Stay-at-Home Spouse Apply for a Credit Card Too?

Posted on March 14, 2014 by wpengine

Over the years this question has plagued many of our readers.  Many people wonder whether or not their stay at home spouse can apply for a credit card separately.  The short answer is yes, but continue reading to better understand … Continue reading →

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Exciting New Flights From Small Towns Like Idaho Falls

Posted on March 4, 2014 by wpengine

The newspaper is normally full of bad news.  Stories of horrible things that have happened to too many people, people who have died too young, and more divorces than marriages line the pages. However, things were different when I cracked … Continue reading →

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Go for the Gold with USBank FlexPerks Olympics Promotion

Posted on February 26, 2014 by wpengine

Visa and USBank have teamed up to spice up the bonus on the FlexPerks card in order to celebrate the 2014 Winter Olympics.  This short-term FlexPerks Olympics Promotion boasts a higher sign on bonus than what was previously offered. Link: … Continue reading →

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How I just booked tickets for 4 to Orlando for $30

Posted on February 20, 2014 by wpengine

You might not believe it, but its true.  We’re headed to sunny Orlando later this Spring to celebrate my brother-in-law’s graduation from high school.  No, he’s not from Florida, but why not celebrate there, right?  Especially if I can get … Continue reading →

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