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@melody said in iksee WiFi Wireless Endoscope, Borescope Snake Inspection Camera $19.99 @Amazon:

Seriously, it’s a good choice for fixing cars or motorbikes etc.

I bought something similar courtesy of FW many months ago.
However, it won’t work without installing some driver from a shady Chinese site.
After installing it it worked but then my laptop won’t boot up.
Had to wipe HD & reinstall everything to make my laptop work again.
If it was plug & play then it’s a different story but they don’t tell you that on the product page.

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@cyancello said in FatWallet closing: Final Day Monday 10/9:

On 10/9/2017, searching google for site:fatwallet.com “archived from” yielded 175,000 results. Yesterday it was down to 171,000 and just now it is down to 168,000 results.

In other words, Google’s cache of archived fatwallet threads appears to be going away. I would imagine the same would apply to Google’s cache of “active” fatwallet.com threads.

This what I do:

1. Google Search a particular thread on site:fatwallet.com/
2. Copy the url from the search and paste it into the WayBackMachine site
   This brings up the particular thread I am looking for on FW since all FW urls are redirecting to eButts.

@my4mainecoons said in What’s Best Option for Paying Dental Bill?:

Sounds like no one has a better idea

Depending on how spread out your dental payment will be, you could apply for a credit card or two to easily make ~$500-$1000 in promotional bonuses. For example, Chase Sapphire, BOA premium rewards card etc.

@my4mainecoons said in Sears online only: Get $50 cashback in points when you spend $50+ on select winter clothes. Free shipping. Now through Sat., 1/20/18:

@marcopolomle are they a Hot Buy, Daily Deal, on clearance or other disqualifier?

Thanks @my4mainecoons
I finally figured it out.
$30 FC is only for Sears purchases while $7FC is for Sears &KMart purchases.
Although I selected “sold by Sears only” while searching, the shoe I had in my cart was sold by KMart.

@mom2jel said in VPNs:

Can someone ELI5 (Explain Like I’m 5 ) what/why you’re all using VPN?
Does it run faster? Afraid of cheeto-face spying on you? Streaming illegal video?

Thank you!

I’ll give an analogy:
Not using a VPN is akin to leaving your door open where anyone (including bad guys) can simply walk into your home but by using a VPN your door opens into a secure area where only good guys are allowed.
You can read about it all here where everything about internet security is very well explained.

Why would anyone pay to give their DNA to anyone ?

@ctgolfer said in Incredible Bank $100 Checking Bonus + $100 Per Referral:

I’m “referring” everyone here at Phatwallet to sign up. Do I get $100 per member?

Yes.

@mikk1
Yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

Thanks Mr. C

Thanks for the heads up Mr. C
Got 3 in different accounts.

Thanks HotSalami & Almighty1 and others for the deal & the info

XM Plans (https://www.xfinity.com/mobile/plan)

• No line access fees on up to 5 lines
• Unlimited Verizon nationwide talk and text
• Unlimited: $45 PER LINE, no sharing
• By the gig (pay-as-you-go) plan: SHARED by all lines. Under 100MB: FREE; Otherwise, $12/GB
• There is no contract, you will pay monthly taxes and fees which vary by location…usually $2-3 but in areas like City and County of San Francisco, California - $5.21

Devices:
*XM is a Verizon MVNO, most XM devices are LOCKED to XM. See below for unlock policy.
*XM & Verizon does not tied SIM card and phone together. (Sprint ties them together).
*This means, with XM, you are free to move the XM SIM card to any compatible devices, including VZW post-paid phones (VZW prepaid phone has to be unlocked).

• Make sure that when you use a non-XFinity Mobile branded device that in order for data to work, to set the APN to:
  COMCAST.RSLR.VZWENTP
  If you’ve activated but your iPhone’s not working, confirm that you see “XFINITY Mobile” on the top left of the home screen.
  Connect to a WiFi network
  Go to Settings > General > About
  Wait for the Carrier Settings Update prompt to appear, then select “Update” which will get your data working.
  For those with iPhone’s who are unable to change/edit your APN, goto http://www.unlockit.co.nz/unlockit and even though XFinity Mobile is not on the list, just pick Verizon Wireless which will make the APN visible so you can manually edit it.
• The latest and current PRL (Preferred Roaming List) as of September 17, 2017 is 15516.
  If you have a older version, you will need to power off phone, remove SIM from phone and power on phone so it boots up. After booting up, you will need to power off phone, insert SIM in phone and power on. You can check the PRL version by going to Settings -> About phone -> Status. The PRL is what controls what cell towers you can and cannot connect
  to including the 1xRTT/3G/4G LTE networks. This is a better explanation of what a PRL is:
  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preferred_Roaming_List
• Hint: Buy $1 LG X Charge, unlocked LG X Charge first. and then move XM sim to an iPhone/Pixel/etc.

Port-in:
As of September 1, 2017 - You can order the phone with a new number and activate while still being able to port your number from another carrier. To do so you’ll need to call XFinity
Mobile Team at 888-936-4968 so their mobile team can assist with your number change/porting request. This information was posted by ComcastMax in official capacity in the following thread and also verified by XFinity Mobile on Facebook:
http://forums.xfinity.com/t5/Xfinity-Mobile/change-number/td-p/2…

LG X Charge for $1:
*Exclusive XM SKU
5.5" 720p Screen
2 GB RAM
Large 4,500 mAh battery
Bluetooth 4.2
Wi-Fi 2.4Ghz/5G Dual Band !!
Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 !!
Snapdragon 425 CPU
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Internal Storage of 16 GB (9.43 GB usable)
microSD slot up to 2TB

• LG X Charge comes SIM LOCKED to XM. Asking me for Sim Unlock Pin using a T-Mobile sim and my VZW sim
• AFTER you request unlock, it can partially support AT&T & T-Mobile (missing some bands).
• AFTER you request unlock, it WILL NOT support Sprint, as all Sprint devices have to be whitelisted and even if it was whitelisted, it is missing 4G LTE bands 25, 26, 41 so all you will get is 3G.

UNLOCK INFO
Attention: Make sure you put your XM SIM into the phone you want unlocked, turn the phone on and allow it to register on the network as they can only provide the unlock code for the most recent registered device.

https://www.xfinity.com/mobile/support/article/115004305128/am-i-eligible-to-unlock-my-phone

If you need to unlock your phone so that you can switch out your SIM card, it’s no problem. There are just a few requirements to be aware of.
Criteria for unlocking your phone
Make sure the following things are true:
The phone must be an XFINITY Mobile device.
The phone must not be reported lost, stolen, or involved with fraudulent activity.
The phone cannot be active on another XFINITY Mobile customer’s account.
Your XFINITY Mobile Account must be in good standing. One exception is if you are an active member of the military—regardless of account standing, all active-duty military personnel are eligible to have their phones unlocked.
If you’re on a Device Payment Plan…
In addition to the criteria mentioned above, if you’re paying for your phone on a Device Payment Plan and you have an active account with XFINITY Mobile, the phone you want to unlock must belong to a current XFINITY Mobile or Comcast customer. Your account must be in good standing as well.
If you’re paying for your phone on a Device Payment Plan but your account with XFINITY Mobile is inactive, the account must still be in good standing. Also, the primary account holder must be able to authenticate the disconnected account before the phone is eligible for unlocking.
NOTE: After your phone is unlocked, you are still responsible for making all the remaining payments on your Device Payment Plan.

Be Careful if you plan to order cheap LG phone and use the SIM card in your Verizon iPhone 6S/7. No one I have seen, has been able to get Visual Voicemail to work with the XM SIM on apple devices as of this month. If anyone knows different please add to wiki. Also, if you do this, there is no WiFi Calling and no personal hotspot.

100MB of free data is shared between all the lines in an account.

Having trouble activating with xfinitymobile.com/activate… try www.xfinity.com/mobile/activate

*** Added $200 Visa Card Flyer *** and *** Second Showing that Double Play is OK ***

LG X Charge, Black case/cover for only $1.99 if you can wait several weeks for shipping…
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Soft-Pudding-TPU-Gel-Cover-Case-Skin-for-LG-X-power-2-K10-Power/32805199765.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.cc9ZQC

LG X Charge phone details/bands…
http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/phone.php?p=5424

The default apps on the LG X Charge which is the standard for all Android devices is:
XFINITY MOBILE https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xfinitymobile.myaccount
XFinty Mobile Voice Mail https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.comcast.modesto.vvm.client
even though the setup will allow you to install the following as optional:
Pocket Geek https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pocketgeek.android
XFinity Stream TV https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xfinity.cloudtvr
XFinity MyAccount https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.comcast.cvs.android

To get XFinity WiFi working on a non-XFinity Mobile branded device to get free unlimited WiFi when needed, all you need to do is install the XFINITY WiFi Hotspots app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.comcast.hsf

There is also a Free Google 100GB storage for 2 years, just open the Google Drive app on the LG Charge X and it will show the offer.

Doesn’t Windows 10 store the key in ROM?

This thread collects strategies that SAVE TIME, even if the strategies cost money.

This is the opposite of strategies that take lots of time to save a few bucks. Instead, spend a few bucks, and save lots of time.

These strategies that may not be the absolute cheapest in direct monetary cost/savings, but represent a good balance of money vs. time/hassle/aggravation for those who don’t mind spending a little more money to save time, get good efficient service, minimize hassle, or free up time in your life for family/hobbies etc.

From the FWF thread on this topic it is clear that some people have strong views re whether it is moral to hire a maid, do your own laundry, clean your own gutters etc. But please, lets keep this thread focused on sharing strategies that save time with an emphasis on strategies that at first may seem expensive, but because they save significant time, are in fact good efficient strategies for people who value their time to pursue other activities (whether that’s making more money, exercising, reading to your kids etc).

This thread is not a place to share general household tips, or general money-saving tips etc. It is for time-saving tips, especially ones that cost money but are well worth the cost.

tracfancier said:
You can sign up for a $25 off code on bottom right of any HSN page to apply for it with your e-mail address.
It must be an e-mail HSN has never seen before.

https://www.hsn.com/products/lg-55-16gb-tracfone-with-13mp-camera-and-1500-minutes/8501879

Maybe @tracfancier be able to shed more light on this.
AFAIK the phone is “hard locked” and therefore very difficult to unlock yourself.
The only way is to ask Tracfone for an unlock code.
TracFone’s unlock policy

@almighty1 said:

It appears that there is a $200 Prepaid Visa card offer that requires only XFInity Internet and activation of XFinity Mobile except it will take up to 18 weeks which is 4.5 months. You do probably need to have received the physical offer letter in the mail for proof the offer in case you don’t get it and just to be save, you should keep the XFinity Mobile service active until you receive the promotion. I called the phone number on the letter yesterday even after my XFinity Mobile activation was done on September 9, 2017 and they said I qualified for the promotion since I had XFinity Internet service and also activated XFinity Mobile prior to the offers expiration as it does not list a offer begin date. They have added the promotion to my account and to suggested I keep the letter for reference until I receive the promotion reward.

Great thread OP.
This is very similar to how I did it years ago and bought a brand new car $2000 below sticker price.
One thing though, I would advise against is giving them your phone number. You will not have any peace of mind once they have your phone number.
The only time I gave them my phone number was when the deal was already finalized via emails and just before going to dealership to sign the papers and pay by cash.
I think they gave me that price just to see and talk to me after being frustrated for so long !

Maybe a “TD Go Card” which is a reloadable Visa Card
It’s basically designed for teens but FAQs say age 13 or over.

Thanks OP.
I have tons of drives.

@watergod said in Planters Deluxe Mixed Nuts 15.25 oz $3.93 at jet.com:

Thanks. In for 9 (7 plus 2 cashews to get the free shipping). Just in time gorging for hibernation.

That worked for me too.
Thanks OP. My first PWF hot deal buy

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@alexsj Might be a good idea for your friend to call and speak with a credit analyst about the denial.
Now-a-days all major CC issuers send a letter mentioning the reason for denial.

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Thanks DoC

Check your eligibility and apply here

Receive a sign up bonus of $200 when you open a new Everyday checking account with Wells Fago and make 10 debit card purchases/payments each month for the 3 consecutive months
To fulfill the qualification, you must make 10 debit transactions within 30 days of account opening, another 10 during days 31-60 from account opening, and another 10 from days 61-90 from account opening.

The following areas are eligible: Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX; Los Angeles-Orange County, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Philadelphia, PA; Phoenix, AZSacramento, CA; San Francisco-Bay Area, CA

Thanks DoC

Check your eligibility here and apply

Receive a sign up bonus of $300 when you open a new Everyday or Preferred checking account with Wells Fago and have $1,500 direct deposited into the account for three consecutive months within 150 days of account opening

The following areas are eligible: Baltimore, MD; Denver, CO; Richmond-Petersburg, VA; Norfolk, VA; Portland, OR; Seattle-Tacoma, WA; Washington, DC-MD, Raleigh, NC; San Diego, CA

The Fine Print

Not eligible for bonus if you are: 1) a current owner on a Wells Fargo consumer checking account; 2) a Wells Fargo team member; 3) a recipient of a consumer checking bonus in the past 12 months (limit 1 bonus per customer)
All consumer checking accounts except Teen Checking are eligible for the $300 bonus when opened in a branch. Only certain checking accounts are available when opened online.
Bonus available in-branch or online
Initial deposit of $25 required during account opening
Offer cannot be paid without providing a valid (W-9) and U.S. taxpayer ID number
Offer can not be combined with any other consumer deposit offer
Bonus will post to your new checking account within 45 days after eligibility and qualifications have been met
You are responsible for any federal, state, or local taxes due on your bonus and we will report as income to the tax authorities as required
A qualifying direct deposit: Your salary, pension, Social Security, or other regular monthly income, electronically deposited (by an employer, the government or an outside agency) to the account opened for this offer. A non-qualifying deposit: Transfers from one account to another, deposits made at a branch or ATM, and deposits from payments for the sale of goods or services.

Avoiding Fees

The Everyday Checking account comes with a $10 monthly fee. Get the fee waived with one of the following:

10 debit card purchases and/or payments each statement cycle from this checking account, OR
Direct deposits totaling $500 or more each statement cycle, OR
Maintain a $1,500 minimum daily balance, OR
Link checking account to a Wells Fargo Campus ATM or Campus Debit Card
The Preferred Checking account comes with a $15 monthly fee. Get the fee waived with one of the following:

$10,000 in combined deposits, OR
$1,000 monthly direct deposit, OR
A linked Wells Fargo mortgage, OR
Early Account Termination Fee

There is no early account termination fee.

Offer at a glance

Maximum bonus amount: $750
Availability: Targeted FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MI, NC, OH, TN, WV
Direct deposit required: None
Additional requirements: Deposit $500 and maintain for 30 days
Hard/soft pull: Soft
ChexSystems: Yes
Credit card funding: None
Monthly fees: $11
Early account termination fee: None but $50 closing fee
Household limit: None
Expiration date: November 29th, 2017

Details at Doctor of Credit

@dilly101 said in Planters Deluxe Mixed Nuts 15.25 oz $3.93 at jet.com:

@fivetalents said in Planters Deluxe Mixed Nuts 15.25 oz $3.93 at jet.com:

@dilly101 said in Planters Deluxe Mixed Nuts 15.25 oz $3.93 at jet.com:

Looks like the party’s over on this one. I tried to do the same thing (order 8 unsalted) and it’s now showing “maximum quantity: 2”.

That’s odd. I was just able to add 10 of the unsalted to my cart and they remained even on the secure checkout screen. Same thing for the 14oz cashew halves and pieces.

You’re right, I was able to add 8 to my cart just now. But it won’t accept my $10 off code.
At the risk of sounding thick as a brick, does it mean $10 off after you place 3 orders, or $10 off EACH of your first 3 orders?

To get $10 off it has to be your first order from Jet ( i.e. $10 off EACH of your first 3 orders starting with first order).
I was able to use the code only after opening another account in a family member’s name.
HTH

I wonder if anyone is using Sandboxie.
It’s a great little program with many uses.
It basically creates a virtual machine on the fly.