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How to Link An Account to Bank of America for ACH Push
Bank of America supports free fast ACH push to an external account with a high limit. It’s a little tricky to set it up though. Here’s a walkthrough.
Streaming Ballet, Opera, Jazz, and Classical Music Performances
medici.tv streams ballet, opera, jazz, and classical music performances. Some public libraries provide free access or you can subscribe directly.
Get Kanopy Streaming From a Library as a Non-Resident
Kanopy offers high quality streaming movies. Get a card from a different library as a non-resident if your public library doesn’t offer it.
Retirees, a Rich Life Isn’t About Spending More Money
Spending is a poor proxy for enjoyment and life satisfaction. The best things in life are nearly free. Don’t worry whether you’re “underspending.”
Roll Over an Unnecessarily Complicated SIMPLE IRA
A SIMPLE IRA through a small employer is often set up with an expensive broker. Roll it over to a Traditional IRA after two years.
Follow This Rule to Avoid Long Holds and Account Restrictions
Check deposits and ACH pulls increase the chances to get your account restricted.
2025 2026 2027 Medicare IRMAA Premium MAGI Brackets
You pay higher Medicare Part B and Part D premiums if your income exceeds certain thresholds. Here are the IRMAA income brackets for 2025, 2026, and 2027.
How to Keep a Google Voice Number Permanent for 2FA
I use a Google Voice number for 2FA in all my financial accounts. Making the Google Voice number permanent puts it securely under my control.
How to Set Up Auto Pay On Bank of America Credit Card
Setting up auto pay on a Bank of America credit card is tricky to figure out. Here’s a walkthrough of how to do it.