Reviews by dynia1984

dynia1984 says "An excellent site for avid readers" about BOMC2

dynia1984 — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:56:47 GMT

Overall Impresson: I recently joined BOMC2, a division of Book of the Month Club. This club allows you to receive 1 book of your choice (often a recently published hardback) for $9.95 per month. You create an online order list and each month, a book is shipped from the top of your list. You do not pay shipping and handling. You receive the first month free but are obligated to subscribe for at least three months. This site used to be zooba but was purchased and incorporated into BOMC.

Selection: The selection is limited but covers many of the recent bestsellers. Sometimes the books are in a slightly different format but these are not condensed books and the paper and bindings are excellent quality.

Shipping: Shipping is free and fast. The books come in these custom boxes that are secure and protect it from the elements. I've never had a problem with books being lost or damaged.

Perks: One of the advantages is the "Buy It Now" feature, if you'd like two books or a book midmonth, you can...

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dynia1984 says "A great program!" about Washington Mutual - MyPoints Visa

dynia1984 — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:50:04 GMT

I joined the MyPoints program a few months ago. As a nonprofit intern, I've been relying on credit cards a bit more than I prefer. I was looking for a way to earn points for the shopping I already do and earn giftcards to use as a little treat or to create a bit of wiggleroom in my budget.

After about a month, I receive an offer for the mypoints credit card. I've generated a bit of debt as an intern and the card came with a 6-month no interest offer on balance transfers and new purchases. I applied for the card and received a response nearly instantaneously. The card is through Washington Mutual, a financial institution I already use and like and trust. I received the card within a week and was able to transfer a balance. I also received a hefty chunk of points for applying and making my first purchase. I receive points for every purchase.

One feature I love is the automatic bill pay service, I sent a voided check to the company and they automatically transfer the minimum monthly payment...

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dynia1984 says "The National Newspaper" about The New York Times

dynia1984 — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:27:38 GMT

I live in San Francisco but subscribe to the New York Time because of the quality of the writing, the coverage of international issus and the strong literary sections. As more and more newspapers slice budgets, cutting out editorial, international and literary coverage in favor of wire coverage, the NYT is consistently good. I always look forward to T, the magazine that is published frequently. This magazine is based around a different theme each time, past themes include Fall Fashion, gifts, men's fashion, home design, travel. The weekly magazine is very interesting as well and covers a variety of serious and fluffy topics. The photography is always fantastic, the New York Times uses top rate photographers and writers.

Check out the New York Times website for great introductory deals and then call and ask them to extend those deals for a longer period once your subscription is almost up.

The delivery service is excellent, throughout six months of using the service, it was delivered on...

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