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Ranked: My 3 Favorite Cash Back Cards of October 2026
Want to earn rewards the easy way? Here are my top three cash back credit cards for October 2026, ranked.
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How Much Cash Should You Keep at Home?
How much cash should you keep at home? Here's how much is too much -- and how much isn't enough.
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$200 Cash Bonus and up to 6% Cash Back for a Year: This Bank of America Card Is One of Our Top Picks for 2026
No annual fee, up to 6% cash back your first year, and a solid welcome bonus -- here's why I love this Bank of America card.
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3 Reasons the SoFi Checking and Savings Is Hands Down the Best Checking Account
SoFi bundles checking, savings, and investing into one account with no account fees, and it earned our 2026 Best Online Savings Account award.
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Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Right Now, Oct. 2, 2026
Top high-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 4.50% after the Fed rate hike last month. Start earning more on your savings balance today.
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American Express Is One of the Most Trusted Names in Banking -- Here's What That Means for Your Savings in 2026
American Express® High Yield Savings offers world class customer service, daily compounding interest, and convenient digital features. Here's what the means for your savings.
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The Average Credit Score in the U.S.
The average credit score in America has held at 714 since October 2025. See how yours compares in this full report from Motley Fool Money.
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The Average Cost of Airfare: How Much Is a Plane Ticket?
The average cost of a domestic plane ticket is $436 as of Q2 2026. Motley Fool Money has the latest airfare data by airport and route
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Average Savings Account Interest Rate in September 2026
The national average savings account interest rate is 0.37% as of September 2026, per FDIC data. See how rates have changed and where to find a better rate.
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The Average Checking Account Interest Rate in September 2026
The national average interest rate on checking accounts is 0.07% as of September 2026, per the FDIC.
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What is the Average and Median U.S. Household Income?
Median household income hit $87,460 in 2025. See how income varies by race, age, gender, and state.
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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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