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Act Fact: Last Chance to Earn a $300 Bonus With the Chase Freedom Unlimited
This is your last chance to earn the Chase Freedom Unlimited's richest-ever sign-up bonus.
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This Underrated Card Earns 3X on Dining With No Annual Fee
This simple, no-annual fee rewards card earns unlimited 3% back on dining, takeout, and food delivery -- perfect for food lovers and first-time cardholders.
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This Wells Fargo Card's Bonus Could Be the Easiest You'll Make This Year
My favorite Wells Fargo card comes with unlimited 2% cash rewards and an easy-to-earn welcome bonus. Here's why now's the time to apply.
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How the American Express Platinum Card Can Pay for Its Annual Fee 3 Times Over in 2026
See how the Amex Platinum's hotel, dining, and travel credits can cover its annual fee multiple times over in 2026.
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Here's How Much $10,000 Can Earn You in a Savings Account
Your $10,000 in a traditional savings account is probably earning next to nothing. Here's how much more you can make with a high-yield savings account.
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This Chase Sapphire Preferred Trick Could Save You Hundreds Every Year
Pairing the Chase Sapphire Preferred with a no-annual-fee Chase card can quietly unlock hundreds in extra travel value every year.
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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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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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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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Wall Street’s Wild Week to Start 2026
Jan. 09, 2026
The stock market was all over the map this week but the biggest news was the U.S. government potential spending $1.5 trillion on defense. Of …
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3 Bold Predictions to Start 2026
Jan. 08, 2026
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. No, We’re not talking about the holdiays. We’re talking about making stock investing predictions for 2026. This …
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Big Investing Takeaways From CES 2026
Jan. 07, 2026
CES is always an exciting time in tech because new productions – both realistic and crazy – are introduced. This year, Uber and NVIDIA stole …
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AI Investor Outlook for 2026 and Beyond
Jan. 06, 2026
Emily Flippen is joined by Motley Fool analyst Asit Sharma and Head of AI Donato Riccio to break down our 2026 AI Investor Outlook Report …
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It’s a Small World After All
Jan. 05, 2026
The first full trading week of 2026 got off to a caffeinated start. Today on Motley Fool Money, Rick Munarriz, with analysts Nick Sciple and …
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Interview with Zscaler Founder and CEO Jay Chaudhry
Jan. 04, 2026
Cloud security company Zscaler has racked up big returns for investors since going public in 2018. Motley Fool co-founder and CEO Tom Gardner, Motley Fool …
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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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