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How to Make a Simple Budget Using Google Sheets in 5 Minutes

January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 by Michael Timmermann
Simple Monthly Budget Google Sheets

The Google Sheets monthly budget template is a great way to make a simple budget in about five minutes. Here’s how!

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3 Things to Know Before You Buy Costco Contact Lenses

May 22, 2024December 6, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
Costco Contact Lenses from Kirkland Signature

I recently purchased Costco’s Kirkland Signature daily disposable contacts and will share my review in this article.

Categories Money Tips, Reviews 2 Comments

Sling TV Review: Is It Worth the Savings? (Pros and Cons)

April 22, 2026November 22, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
Sling TV Review

Sling TV doesn’t have the best channel lineup, cloud DVR or user experience. But it does have a lower starting price than the competition.

Categories Streaming TV 7 Comments

4 Ways to Cut the Cord and Stream TV on Any Budget

January 17, 2023November 14, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
How to Cut the Cord on Any Budget

There are four main types of cord cutters. Which one are you? Learn how to stream shows, movies and live TV on any budget.

Categories Streaming TV 2 Comments

5 Things to Know Before You Download the Free NBC App

November 8, 2022November 8, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
Free NBC App

There’s something different about the fre NBC app compared to similar apps from ABC, CBS and FOX — and it’s good for cord cutters.

Categories Streaming TV 2 Comments

How to Watch FOX News, MSNBC & CNN Without Cable

December 16, 2023November 6, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
Stream cable TV news

If you’re a news junkie, you can cut the cable TV cord and still watch FOX News, MSNBC, CNN and other networks on the cheap. Over the past few years, I’ve tested all of the major streaming TV services, including YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and Sling TV. Best Live TV Streaming Service for Cable News Several streaming TV …

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Categories Money Tips, Streaming TV 4 Comments

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

April 11, 2025October 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 2 Comments

The Best Free Alternatives to MeTV for Classic TV Shows

February 26, 2023September 26, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
MeTV Alternatives

If you can’t access MeTV with an antenna, I’ve found the best free options to keep watching your favorite classic TV shows.

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Why Streaming Apps Are Missing From Your Samsung TV

October 6, 2022September 1, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
Samsung Missing Apps

Here’s why some streaming apps aren’t available for download on your Samsung TV and what you can do about it.

Categories Streaming TV 2 Comments

How to Stop Paying Xfinity Internet Equipment Fees

January 12, 2023July 1, 2022 by Michael Timmermann
Xfinity Internet Equipment Fees

Xfinity charges internet customers $15 a month for rental equipment, but you don’t have to keep paying that fee.

Categories Money Tips 2 Comments
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Michael Timmermann

Personal finance writer and founder of MichaelSaves.com

My passion is helping people save money and that’s what I’ve been doing professionally for more than a decade.

I began writing about money back in 2010. Prior to going full-time with Michael Saves, I was the Director of Content and Senior Writer for Clark.com. I also produced TV segments for Clark Howard earlier in my career while working for CNN's sister network, HLN. My money tips have been featured on major websites like NBCNews.com and CNN.com.

Whether you want to cut the cable TV cord, find a cheap cell phone plan or explore affordable internet options, you’ll find plenty of ways to lower your monthly bills on my website.

MichaelSaves.com and my YouTube channel provide reviews that you can actually trust. When I test a product or service, I purchase it with my own money and thoroughly test it out before publishing a review. My goal is to lay out the pros and cons in a simple way to help you make an informed decision before buying. Learn more about me and my review process here.

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