Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) Failed: What Can We Learn From It?
The biggest financial news these past few days has been the failure of Silicon Valley Bank. There are actually plenty of useful lessons and takeaways here, so let’s walk through th...
Two Days in San Francisco (2) — InterContinental San Francisco Review
A two-day San Francisco trip over Presidents Day weekend — Part 2 of our InterContinental San Francisco review ......
What Should You Do If an Online Order Never Arrives?
Sometimes an online order never shows up. What’s the most effective way to handle it without wasting too much time or energy? In this post, I’ll share the approach that has worked...
Two Days in San Francisco (1): InterContinental San Francisco Review
A two-day San Francisco getaway over Presidents Day weekend — Part 1: InterContinental San Francisco review...
Chase DoorDash Credit Card Review "New No-Annual-Fee Card, $100 Welcome Bonus + 1 Year of DashPass Free"
The cash back structure on this card is fairly decent: besides 4% on DoorDash purchases, it also earns 3% at restaurants. It works reasonably well as a card dedicated to dining. Th...
Better Business Bureau (BBB): What It Is and How It Can Help Consumers Resolve Disputes
You can use a BBB complaint to help resolve disputes with merchants, especially when the business is not responding proactively. For lesser-known merchants, BBB complaints can also...
Summary of Free Ways to File Taxes in the US [Updated 2023.2]
If your tax situation is fairly simple, there’s no need to spend a lot on expensive tax software or hire a CPA. Free tax filing options are often more than enough. Below, we’ll sha...
How to Use the Dispute Feature on U.S. Credit Cards to Protect Your Rights
A dispute can be a powerful last resort. If you have a problem with a merchant and they refuse to communicate, keep giving you the runaround, or simply never respond, filing a disp...
Korean Air Mileage Program Guide [2023.2 Update: New Changes Announced, But Not Yet Implemented]
Three years after first announcing changes, Korean Air has released the detailed overhaul plan for its mileage program. All changes were originally scheduled to take effect on Apri...
Introduction to Credit Card Purchase Protection Benefits
About Purchase Protection Purchase Protection is another shopping benefit offered by card issuers. It provides short-term insurance for items you buy, usually for 90 to 120 days, a...
GoCashBack Review: Reader-Exclusive $15 Sign-Up Bonus [Updated 2023.2]
GoCashBack is offering an exclusive deal for our readers: new users can now earn a $15 sign-up bonus after opening an account, instead of the usual $5. This site is especially usef...