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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Forget CDs, Even With Rates at 4%. Here's Where I'd Put My Money Now

CD rates are a decent place to earn interest on savings, but there are a few smarter ways to grow (and protect) your money. Here are three options to consider.
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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Still Time in February: The Top Balance Transfer Card With 21 Months at 0%

This Wells Fargo card offers one of the longest intro APR periods you can find. Here's how easy it is to start saving with it today.
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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens to Your Credit Score When You Get Married

Quick answer: Nothing immediately happens to your credit score when you get married. But joint accounts and smart habits can lift both partners' profiles.
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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Might Be Controversial but Checking Accounts Are a Bad Place to Park Cash

Checking accounts feel safe, but leaving too much cash there quietly costs you hundreds every year. Here's why.
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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn an Easy $200 Toward Travel: The Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses This Week, Feb. 14, 2026

A valuable welcome bonus can single-handedly make a card worth applying for. Explore our favorite credit card bonuses available now to see what stands out.
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Feb. 14, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Feb. 14, 2026 -- Make a Move on up to 5.00% APY

The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can in case rates slide further.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

What's the Best Bank for CDs Now? My Pick for February 2026

Synchrony's online CDs combine strong rates, no minimum balance requirements, and flexible term options -- a smart move in today's cooling rate environment.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Actually Changes When Your Credit Score Hits 800

Hitting an 800 credit score bumps you into the exceptional range. Here's what that means, and how to keep your place in the top tier.
An unhappy woman sitting in an airport next to her suitcase.
Feb. 13, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Might Be Controversial but Most Travel Cards Aren't Worth It

Travel cards look glamorous, but for most people they underdeliver. Here's why cash back quietly wins.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Best Retail Credit Card for 2026, Hands Down

The Prime Visa offers unbeatable rewards, no annual fee, and instant value for Amazon shoppers. Here's why it topped our 2026 rankings.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By James McClenathen

I Did the Math: These 3 Cards Win for Gas

Confused by different cash back rates, annual fees, and spending caps? I ran the numbers, and these cards are the best deals for gas.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's How the Chase Sapphire Preferred Can Pay for Its Annual Fee 8 Times Over in 2026

My favorite Chase card can deliver over $800 in first-year value with two simple perks. Here's how easy it is to save with the Sapphire Preferred.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Don't Keep Cash at Home. Here Are 3 Dead Simple Places to Put It Instead

Looking for a better place to keep your cash than under the mattress? Here are three great ways to save while earning a solid return.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Top Cash Back Cards You Can Apply for Right Now: February 2026

Earn more on everyday spending in 2026. These three cash back credit cards offer big rewards, flexible perks, and easy welcome offers -- all with no annual fee.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Why the Venture X Is the Only Travel Card You Need in 2026

Earn 2X miles on purchases, a $300 travel credit, airport lounge access, and premium travel insurance, all in one powerful card.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Save on Costly Cards This Year: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Week, Feb. 13, 2026

Skip the annual fee and still earn great rewards. Check out our favorite no-annual-fee credit cards and find the right match for your spending habits.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Feb. 13, 2026 -- Up to 5.00% APY

The Fed cut rates a total of three times in 2025, but today's top high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY. Find out more.
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Feb. 13, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

5 Steps That Dramatically Cut Your Risk of Identity Theft in 2026

Identity theft is rising again. Here are five simple steps that dramatically cut your risk in 2026 and help stop fraud before it starts.
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Feb. 12, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Might Be Controversial but Here's Our Best Credit Card of 2026

This might be controversial, but after comparing 100+ cards, this simple 2% cash rewards card is still our top pick for 2026.
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Feb. 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

A Simple 3-Card Setup for Maximizing Points in 2026

Earn 2% to 5% cash back on everyday purchases with this no-annual-fee three-card combo. See how to simplify and maximize rewards in 2026.
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Feb. 12, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

How Much Income Puts You in the Upper, Middle, or Lower Class?

Curious where your income falls? Here's how upper, middle, and lower class incomes break down using Census data analyzed by Motley Fool Money.
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Feb. 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

These 3 Cards Let You Pause Interest for up to 21 Months

Avoid interest charges and pay off debt faster with three of the longest 0% intro APR offers available in 2026. See which card fits your plan.
Concerned older woman looking at a credit card while on the phone.
Feb. 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Credit Card Fraud Is Up 54% -- These 5 Habits Make You a Hard Target

Credit card fraud is rising fast. These five easy habits can make you way less vulnerable to scams, breaches, and identity theft.
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Feb. 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Hot Take: The Wells Fargo 'Trifecta' Is the Most Underrated Rewards Setup in 2026

Three no-annual-fee cards, one powerful combo. Here's why the Wells Fargo trifecta is a smart, underrated rewards strategy for everyday spenders.
A person in a suit sits behind a scale with AI on one side and a human brain on the other.
Feb. 12, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Here's How AI Might Help You Get a Personal Loan -- and a Lower Rate

Some lenders use AI to look beyond your credit score. Here's how that could help you get approved and get the rate you deserve.