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Roundup: Articles From Around the Web

Here are some posts from around the web that I thought you may find interesting.  Let me know if there is anything good I missed.  Email me anything awesome that you find, or write, at Mark@milestomemories.com.

Articles

Disney Annual Pass Strategy & Hack: More Disney for Less Money! – Disney Hacks

Some good tips on how to get maximum value out of a season pass.

Cops bust $1 million-a-month gift card scam in Queens – NY Daily News

Pretty elaborate operation.  I don’t find it too surprising that they were selling the cards to CardCash.  I have had more issues with drained cards on there than anywhere.  That is why I pretty much only buy from Raise these days.

JPMorgan Chase credit card customers have a month to opt out of binding arbitration – CNBC

This is pretty much in lock step with what we suggested when this first came out.  Then Chase came out and said they wouldn’t close your accounts if you opted out, which was a worry for some.  There is still some risk of eyes on your account though.

One blogger took exception to our piece and claimed arbitration is better for the consumer anyway.  That does not appear to be believed by anyone but arbitration attorneys…from the article:

However, consumer advocates say the outcomes of arbitration are even grimmer. Just 9% of people who bring such claims walk away with relief, according to the left-leaning Economic Policy Institute.

Conclusion

Which article did you find most interesting?  Remember to let me know of anything you come across that you want added into the next edition at Mark@milestomemories.com.

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Mark Ostermann
Mark Ostermann
Mark Ostermann is a father, husband and miles/points fanatic. He left the corporate world after starting a family in order to be a stay at home dad. Mark is constantly looking at ways to save money and stay within budget while also taking awesome vacations with his family. When he isn't caring for his family or taking a weekend trip, Mark is working towards his goal of visiting every Major League Baseball ballpark.

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