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    • YouTube TV Review
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    • Visible Review (Verizon’s Network)
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    • US Mobile Review (Verizon & T-Mobile Networks)
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    • How to Choose the Best Home Internet Service in 2023
    • T-Mobile Home Internet Review
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    • Weekly Financial Checklist
    • Ibotta Cheat Sheet
    • Fetch Rewards Cheat Sheet
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    • The Big 3 Credit Card Strategy
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YouTube TV Review: 7 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
YouTube TV Review 2023

After another price hike, is YouTube TV still worth it? I break down the pros and cons in my updated review!

Categories Cutting the Cord 25 Comments

Deal Alerts for May 2023

May 28, 2023May 28, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Michael Saves Deal Alerts

Here are my favorite limited-time deals on streaming services and devices, cheap phone plans and internet plans.

Categories Deals 6 Comments

Is T-Mobile Home Internet Worth It? 4 Things to Know Before You Sign Up

May 25, 2023May 25, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
T-Mobile Home Internet Updated Review

I’ve tested T-Mobile’s home internet service two times since it launched. Here’s what you need to know before signing up!

Categories Internet, Reviews 33 Comments

How to Cut the Cord in 7 Steps: The Simple Guide to Cancel Cable TV in 2023

May 15, 2023May 15, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
How to Cut the Cord

If you’ve been thinking about cutting the cord, this step-by-step guide will help you cancel cable and switch to streaming live TV.

Categories Cutting the Cord 42 Comments

Xfinity Mobile Review: 9 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 18, 2023May 13, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Xfinity Mobile Logo

An Xfinity Mobile review from a real customer. Learn the pros and cons of Xfinity’s affordable wireless plans that use Verizon’s network.

Categories Cheap Phone Plans, Money Tips, Reviews 114 Comments

Mint Mobile Review: 7 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 12, 2023May 12, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Mint Mobile Review

Mint Mobile offers some of the best plans and pricing, features and app experience in the wireless industry.

Categories Cheap Phone Plans 38 Comments

The Best Live TV Streaming Services to Replace Cable in 2023

May 9, 2023May 9, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Best Live TV Streaming Services 2023

If you want to drop cable but still get your favorite channels, here are the best live TV streaming services to consider in 2023!

Categories Cutting the Cord 21 Comments

Frndly TV Review: 5 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 11, 2023May 4, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Frndly TV Review

Frndly TV offers 40+ cable networks including some that YouTube TV, Hulu Live and Sling TV leave out of their base plans.

Categories Cutting the Cord 64 Comments

Fetch Rewards Review: 10 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Fetch app logo

This Fetch app review includes my strategy to earn more than $1,000 in free gift cards. Read my pro tips before you sign up!

Categories Make Money 76 Comments

Ibotta Cheat Sheet: How I Earned $4,000 Cash Back

May 1, 2023May 1, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Ibotta Cheat Sheet

I’ve earned $4,000 since I downloaded the Ibotta grocery rebate app. Read my cheat sheet to maximize your cash back rewards.

Categories Make Money 36 Comments

Visible Wireless Review: 9 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 11, 2023April 26, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Visible 5G Coverage on Verizon's Netowrk

Verizon-owned Visible continues to offer one of the best deals in wireless after making big changes to its plans. Here are the pros and cons!

Categories Cheap Phone Plans 69 Comments

YouTube TV Tips and Tricks: 20 Settings You Need to Know

May 5, 2023April 25, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
YouTube TV settings and features

If you have YouTube TV, you’re going to wish that you knew about these features sooner! Here’s how to customize the live TV service.

Categories Cutting the Cord 36 Comments

How to Choose the Best Home Internet Service in 2023

April 25, 2023April 24, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Best Internet Plans

5G home internet services are stealing away customers from other providers, leading to better deals from fiber and cable internet companies.

Categories Internet Leave a comment

YouTube TV Members Get the Best NFL Sunday Ticket Pricing for 2023

May 25, 2023April 21, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
NFL Sunday Ticket to YouTube TV and YouTube

NFL Sunday Ticket moves to YouTube TV and YouTube for the 2023 season. Here’s what you need to know before you sign up!

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How To Stop Your Roku Device From Talking to You

April 20, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Roku Screen Reader / Audio Guide

If you have a Roku device and suddenly start to hear a woman’s voice every time you click, there are two simple ways to turn it off.

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Consumer Cellular Review: Is It Worth the Savings? (Pros and Cons)

April 19, 2023April 17, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Consumer Cellular logo

Consumer Cellular says it can cut your monthly cell phone bill in half, but is it really worth it? Read my review before you switch.

Categories Cheap Phone Plans 21 Comments

HBO Max Is Being Replaced! 5 Things to Know About the New Max Streaming Service

May 29, 2023April 14, 2023 by Michael Timmermann

Max is the new flagship streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery. Here’s what you need to know about the HBO Max replacement!

Categories Cutting the Cord 4 Comments

Visible vs. Mint Mobile: Which Cell Phone Service Is Best?

April 26, 2023April 14, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Visible vs. Mint Mobile Comparison Review

Visible by Verizon and Mint Mobile are two very different low-cost cell phone service providers. Which one is best for you?

Categories Cheap Phone Plans Leave a comment

Is Verizon 5G Home Internet Worth It? 5 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

April 25, 2023April 13, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Verizon 5G Home Internet Service

If you’re looking for an affordable alternative to cable or fiber internet, Verizon 5G Home Internet is a leading option to consider.

Categories Internet 3 Comments

T-Mobile vs. Verizon: Which 5G Home Internet Service Is Best?

April 13, 2023April 8, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Verizon vs. T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

T-Mobile and Verizon offer 5G home internet services that are stealing away customers from cable, but which is best?

Categories Internet 1 Comment

Here Are the 3 Paycheck Months for 2023

May 11, 2023April 1, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
3 Paycheck Months in 2023

If you get paid every other week, here are the months when you’ll receive three paychecks instead of two in 2023!

Categories Money Tips 1 Comment

Fubo Review: 7 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 5, 2023March 31, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Fubo Live TV and Sports Logo

Fubo is a popular live TV streaming service to replace cable, but is it better than YouTube TV? Learn the pros and cons.

Categories Cutting the Cord 17 Comments

DIRECTV STREAM Review: 5 Things to Know Before You Sign Up in 2023

May 4, 2023March 30, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
DIRECTV STREAM Review

DIRECTV STREAM is positioning itself as a premium live TV streaming service, but it comes with a premium price. 

Categories Cutting the Cord 21 Comments

How to Watch Local Channels Without Cable in 2023

May 11, 2023March 28, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
How to Watch Local Broadcast TV Networks Without Cable

You can watch your local ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC and PBS stations without cable, but it may cost you. Here are your best and cheapest options!

Categories Cutting the Cord 1 Comment

How to Use the Google Sheets Budget Template (Free Spreadsheet!)

March 24, 2023March 14, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Google Sheets Budget Tutorial: The Ultimate Guide

The only budget spreadsheet you’ll ever need! Step-by-step instructions to get started with the free Google Sheets budget template.

Categories Budgeting, Guides 108 Comments

5 Ways to Lower Your Xfinity Cable and Internet Bill in 2023

May 11, 2023March 5, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Xfinity Comcast Truck

If you’re paying too much for cable and internet service, there are a few easy ways to lower your Comcast Xfinity bill.

Categories Cutting the Cord, Guides, Money Tips 36 Comments

The #1 Mistake People Make After Canceling Cable TV

February 22, 2023February 22, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Number One Cord Cutting Mistake

If you’ve cut the cable TV cord and switched to streaming, avoid this simple mistake to save money every single month.

Categories Cutting the Cord 30 Comments

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Switching Cell Phone Plans

February 15, 2023February 15, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Phones on Shelf at Store

Finding the best cell phone plan for your money is easy if you know the mistakes to avoid. Here’s what you need to know!

Categories Cheap Phone Plans Leave a comment

Visible Offers Verizon Home Internet Discount: Here’s Exactly How It Works

December 19, 2022December 15, 2022 by Michael Timmermann

Visible, the Verizon-owned prepaid wireless service, has added a home internet perk that can save you money.

Categories Cheap Phone Plans, Internet Leave a comment

How to Get Started With T-Mobile Home Internet: The Ultimate Guide

October 17, 2022October 2, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
T-Mobile Home Internet Ultimate Setup Guide for Beginners

I recently signed up for T-Mobile Home Internet and documented the entire process. Here’s everything you need to know to get started.

Categories Internet Leave a comment

How to Stream TV and Save Money Compared to Cable: 10 Savings Tips!

April 17, 2023March 15, 2021 by Michael Timmermann
Streaming TV Ways to Save Money Versus Cable

Stop overpaying to watch your favorite shows, movies and live TV! These are my 10 best tips to stream everything you want and save money.

Categories Cutting the Cord 4 Comments
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Michael Timmermann

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