Why the 5% Back Rewards Make Chewy+ a No-Brainer

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

Whether you are a fellow pet parent or just starting your journey with a new fur-baby, you’ve likely seen the ads for Chewy+. As someone balancing a busy schedule as a university instructor and PhD student, I’m always looking for ways to streamline my “adulting” tasks—especially when it comes to caring for my two cats.

After using the service for a while to keep my household running smoothly, I wanted to share my perspective on whether the $49 annual membership is actually worth it.

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Walmart+ Review 2025: Everything You Need to Know Before Signing Up

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

We’ve officially hit the era of subscription overload, where it feels like every major retailer wants a monthly slice of your paycheck just for the privilege of shopping with them. As we navigate 2025, Walmart+ has evolved from a scrappy grocery-delivery experiment into a massive ecosystem of fuel discounts, streaming perks, and even digital health access. But with the cost of living remaining a top priority for most households and Amazon Prime still casting a long shadow, is the “Blue Membership” actually a smart financial utility or just another recurring charge you’ll eventually forget to cancel? Let’s break down the math, the new 2025 features, and the reality of whether Walmart+ truly earns its spot in your digital wallet this year.

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The $18 Billion Problem: How to Tackle Cart Abandonment in Your Online Store

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Michael Cavacini

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Cart abandonment costs the ecommerce industry over $18 billion in lost sales and revenue each year. While this figure might seem excessive because those people likely weren’t all going to purchase anyway, it still represents a significant issue that is at play: getting customers over the final hurdle through checkout and not a completed sale, which ultimately is the aim of the game.

In the US alone, cart abandonment reached all-time highs of 84%, with the issue more prevalent for mobile carts. But it’s not simply a case of the customer not actually having any intention to buy; there could be many things you, as a business or your website, are overlooking that contribute to the problem.

This post is going to dive into some ways you can reduce abandoned carts and increase sales.

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Deciding on Amazon Prime: What You Need to Know in 2024

Posted on December 24, 2024 by Michael Cavacini

Amazon Prime has long been a staple for many households, offering a variety of perks and benefits. But with the cost of Prime Monthly at $14.99 a month and Prime Annual at $139 a year, is it still worth it in 2024? Let’s break down the pros and cons to help you decide.