Oct 27, 2025
Citi Unexpectedly Shuts Down Some Strata Elite Cards
After the drama of freezing and then unfreezing thousands of Strata Elite cards, Citi has now completely shut out numerous Strata Elite cards by closing down their cards. Most Strata Elite cardholders are still live and well, yet dozens are seeing their cards closed out by Citi without warning a couple of days ago. All points earned were zeroed out…
Read moreOct 26, 2025
New I-Bonds Rate Projection: 4.02% APY (Variable 3.12% + Fixed .9%)
We’ve been reporting on the twice-per-year I Bond rate releases. Via Tipswatch, the new rate for November 2025 through April 2026 is projected to be 4.02%, slightly higher than the May-Oct 2025 rate of 3.98%. More important is the breakdown: The new rate is comprised of 3.12% variable rate (confirmed), plus an estimated/projected .90% fixed rate. I Bonds Nov 2025…
Read moreOct 24, 2025
T-Mobile Ends Prepayment Loophole on Autopay Discount
Some readers sent in that T-Mobile is ending the loophole many use to get the monthly $5 Autopay Discount and still pay with a credit card: They set up their account with debit card or bank payment, then manually pay their balance in full before the scheduled Autopay date. No payment goes on the debit card, yet until now you…
Read moreOct 23, 2025
Capital One $500-$1,000 Business Checking Bonus
Update 10/22/25: Deal is back until 10/31/25. doesn’t require business card anymore Offer at a glance Maximum bonus amount: Up to $1,000 Availability: nationwide Direct deposit required: No Additional requirements: Use promo code Hard/soft pull: Soft (overdraft protection no longer being offered) ChexSystems: Mixed. EWS sensitive according to the comments Credit card funding: None Monthly fees: $15, avoidable Early account termination fee: None Household limit: None listed Expiration date: September…
Read moreOct 22, 2025
Monster Mansion (Earn Free Food/Crowns)
The Offer Direct link to offer Burger King has a new free to play game called Monster Mansion that allows you to win free food/drinks or crowns Our Verdict Not as good as the McDonald’s Monopoly game that gives 20 free entries each day. Hat tip to reader Eric Disclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer program and has…
Read moreOct 21, 2025
The Real Cost of Halloween: What Americans Spend and How to Cut Costs
Halloween has evolved into a major holiday for many Americans, celebrated with enthusiasm and creativity. But it comes with a hefty price tag. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), Americans are planning to shell out a staggering $13.1 billion this Halloween. This figure covers everything from elaborate decorations to creative costumes and, of course, an abundance of candy. With…
Read moreOct 21, 2025
Walgreens: Set of 6 Customized 5″x7″ Premium Photo Cards Free With Promo Code SENDTHESE
Update 10/20/25: Deal is back with promo code SENDTHESE. Not live until 10/21 Update 9/30/25: Back with promo code 57CARDS. Update 9/2/25: Back with promo code 6cards. Hat tip to reader J2 Update 8/12/25: Deal is back with promo code SIXFREE. The Offer Direct link to offer Walgreens is offering Set of 6 Customized 5″x7″ Premium Photo Cards for free…
Read moreOct 19, 2025
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[OH, Stark or Carroll only] Stark Federal Credit Union $400 Checking Bonus, Direct Deposit Optional
Extended to 11/30. Hat tip to reader snailrock Offer at a glance Maximum bonus amount: $400 Availability: Membership at Stark Federal Credit Union is open to anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in Ohio’s Stark or Carroll Counties. Direct deposit required: Optional Additional requirements: See below Hard/soft pull: Unknown ChexSystems: Unknown Credit card funding: Unknown Monthly fees: None Early account termination fee: Unknown Household limit: None listed Expiration…
Read moreOct 18, 2025
Citi Refunding $595 Annual Fee & Waiving MSR On Citi Strata Elite For 4506-C Affected Cardholders
Citi has sent out an e-mail to Citi Strata Elite cardholders affected by the 4506-C form issue informing them of two things: The $595 annual fee will be effectively refunded with a $595 statement credit being issued. If authorized users were charged to the account you’ll also receive a $75 statement credit per authorized user. You do not need to…
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