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Here's How Much the Average Rich Person Has in Their Savings Account
The wealthiest Americans hold six figures in savings. See the median balances by net worth and simple ways to build a stronger cash cushion.
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Here's What Happens When Your Credit Score Reaches 850
A perfect 850 credit score might sound impressive -- but what does it really get you? Here's the truth heading into 2026.
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Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 25, 2025: Gift Yourself a Guaranteed 4.27% APY
Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates continue to trend lower.
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Get a $250 Amazon Gift Card Instantly: The Best Chase Cards Available This Week, Dec. 25, 2025
From cash back to travel rewards, Chase offers standout credit cards for every kind of spender. Explore our top Chase card picks this week and find your match.
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Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Dec. 25, 2025 -- Give Your Money the Gift of High APY
It's Christmas, and top high-yield savings accounts still pay up to 5.00% APY, but with another Fed rate cut earlier this month, those yields could decrease.
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Save on Travel, Interest Payments, and More: The Best Wells Fargo Cards Available This Week, Dec. 25, 2025
Wells Fargo offers strong credit cards across the board, from solid travel rewards cards to competitive balance transfer options. Here are our favorites available now.
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Renters in These States Are Getting Hit Hard by the Pandemic Economy
Amy Fontinelle Oct. 27, 2021
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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly everyone, but renters are having an especially difficult time. Read on for the 12 states where the situation is worst.
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Americans' Top Financial Priorities in the 2024 Presidential Election
We asked 2,000 Americans what their top financial priorities are heading into the 2024 election. Inflation was top of mind. Read on for more findings.
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Study: When Does the Average American Get Their First Credit Card?
Motley Fool Money Staff Oct. 27, 2021
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The average American gets their first credit card at the age of 20, and here’s the impact.
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COVID-19 Fraud Statistics: Over $480 Million in Losses and Counting
Lyle Daly Oct. 27, 2021
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COVID-19 and stimulus check fraud is a growing problem. Americans have already lost over $100 million. These fraud statistics show the scope of the issue.
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Study: Generational Credit Card Habits
The Motley Fool Motley Fool Money surveyed 2,000 Americans on their credit card habits and found some generational differences. Find out if they apply to you.
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How Will Climate Change Impact Homeowners Insurance in All 50 States?
A look at how climate change will impact homeowners insurance in all 50 states.
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Our Stock Market Naughty and Nice List
Dec. 24, 2025
We’re making a list and checking it twice. There have been nice companies and great CEOs in 2025 but there have also been some duds. …
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Economic Data Catch-Up
Dec. 23, 2025
Emily Flippen is joined by Jason Hall and Jeff Santoro to sort through the first real wave of economic releases since the government shutdown, and …
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Can These Three 2025 Winners Keep Winning?
Dec. 22, 2025
We look back to look forward and predict whether three of 2025's biggest winners can keep winning in 2026. Can Micron Technology (NASDAQ: MU), Robinhood …
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Interview with MichaelAaron Flicker: Hacking the Human Mind
Dec. 21, 2025
MIchaelAaron Flicker is the co-author of Hacking The Human Mind: The Behavioral Science Secrets Behind 17 of the World’s Best Brands. Motley Fool contributor Rich …
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How to Review and Rebalance Your Portfolio
Dec. 20, 2025
It’s almost 2026, and soon you’ll be receiving your year-end statements for all your investment accounts. You’ll also hear a lot of advice about reviewing …
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OpenAI Wants Another $100 Billion
Dec. 19, 2025
The AI trade continues to be the biggest topic on the market and this week we got reports that OpenAI is looking to raise another …
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With that in mind, it might not be surprising that over half of our respondents had maxed out a credit card. The only group that saw a number under 50% was those with a self-reported net worth of $5 to $10 million.Jack Caporal, Research Director
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