United Airlines offers an account where you can store/purchase credits for future travel. The credits are typically valid for 5 years after purchase. Where Can I Look Up My United TravelBank Balance? You can find your TravelBank Cash balance by logging into your United Account at the following link: https://www.united.com/en/US/account/travelbank United did a nice job…
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Virginia ABC Store List of Sales
One of the drawbacks of living in Virginia is that the state regulates retail sales of alcohol. The only way you can purchase liquor is through state run Virginia ABC stores. Not only do all stores have practically the same inventory, but they also have similar pricing as well. While I don’t think they are…
Apple iPhone X Green Line on Screen Defect
I recently noticed a vertical green line running from top to bottom on my iPhone X. After researching this defect I found that the cause is due to the new diamond subpixel pattern on the iPhone X screen first where all green subpixels appear in straight lines (this was first introduced in the iPhone X)….
Remove Defects From eBay Seller Dashboard
If you sell items on eBay then you know that becoming a Top Rated Seller can be very difficult. Over the last few years eBay has introduced very strict criteria and standards required to achieve and maintain Top Rated Seller status. The main reason you want to earn eBay Top Rated Seller status is to…
Apple iPhone Case Warranty
Apple offers a 1-year warranty on the iPhone Silicone Case. I was able to get Apple to replace my iPhone case after the outer silicone layer started coming apart at the corners where silicone was separating from the inner plastic shell case. This initially started on the right lower corner, but later spread to other…
Citi AT&T Access More 3x Online Retailers
The Citi AT&T Access More card (unfortunately this card has been discontinued) is one of the best cards to use for online purchases. This card earns 3x Thank You points for most online retailers, however, I have not seen a good list for what retailers actually do qualify. I am going to keep my own…
Disney Introduces Variable Pricing For Peak/Off Peak Periods
Starting February 28, 2016, Disney introduced variable pricing for entrance to their Theme Parks based on when you plan to visit. The peak pricing appears to coincide with summer (June and July) and national holiday periods (Thanksgiving, Labor Day, etc.). Honestly, I can’t believe that Disney did not do this sooner, like 10 years ago. I…
Earn Free Marriott Points With Points Plus
Marriot Rewards just launched a Social Media marketing campaign called “Points Plus” where customers can earn Marriott Rewards points for activity on FaceBook, Twitter, Instagram, and Four Square. Basically, you have to register your Marriott Rewards number on this page, and then connect your social media profiles. The chart below shows how many points you…
I Was Offered an Amex Platinum $500 Statement Credit
In December I wrote about Amex Platinum Cardholders losing Admirals Club access on March 22, 2014. At the time of the announcement, they had been sending out letters to certain lucky members offering anywhere from a $200 to $500 statement credit toward incidental airline fees like: Membership fees in the Admirals Club program One-Day passes…
Amex Gift Card Purchases Coded as Cash Advance With Chase
A excellent way to meet minimum credit card spend requirements is by purchasing gift cards from American Express. The gift cards can either be used yourself, or can be given as a gift with the holidays approaching. Either way, the gift cards come with a low fee (typically $3.95 per card) and you can often…