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Paid Off Your Credit Card Debt? Here Are the 3 Things to Do With That Money Now.
Save it, invest it, or splurge a little -- here's how to put your freed-up money to work after clearing credit card debt.
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Get 2% Back on Purchases and More: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Month, September 2026
Plenty of credit cards can help you earn solid rewards for no annual fee. Here are my favorites available this month.
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Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Right Now, Sept. 1, 2026
The Fed won't meet again on interest rates until later this month. Top HYSAs continue to offer up to 4.50% APY, for now.
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Earn up to 6% Back: Best Cash Back Cards This Month, September 2026
This top card gets you 6% cash back in a category of your choice for a whole year. Here's what to know, plus a handful of other great options.
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How Long Does It Take to Pay Off $10,000 in Credit Card Debt? We Did the Math for 5 People
See how much your monthly payment changes the payoff timeline on a five-figure balance -- and the fastest way to shrink it.
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The Best Roth IRA Brokers for People Who Are Starting Late
I break down three brokers I'd trust with a late-start retirement account, plus how the catch-up window helps you close the gap faster.
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The Largest Brokerage Firms in 2026
Fidelity has total client assets totaling $18 trillion, making it the largest brokerage firm by that measure. Learn more here.
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Average Grocery Cost Per Month: Americans Spend $677, Up 31% Since 2019
Americans' average grocery cost per month is $677, up 31% since 2019. See costs by household size, state, and food category.
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The Average Checking Account Interest Rate in August 2026
The national average interest rate on checking accounts is 0.07% as of August 2026, per the FDIC.
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Buy Now, Pay Later Statistics
Buy now, pay later services can help consumers avoid credit card interest, but they also present financial risks. Find out how consumers use BNPL services.
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Average Savings Account Interest Rate in August 2026
The national average savings account interest rate is 0.38% as of August 2026, per FDIC data. See how rates have changed and where to find a better rate.
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How Much Do Americans Spend on Gas Every Month?
Americans spent $201 a month on gas in 2024, or 3.1% of their budget. See how spending varies by income, age, and state.
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