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Sept. 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Get as High as 175,000 Bonus Points: Best Credit Card Bonuses This Week, Sept. 12, 2026

This top Amex card features a massive welcome bonus offer -- but not everyone will qualify. Here's what to know.
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Sept. 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn $1,000+ Toward Travel With Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card's Limited-Time Sign-Up Bonus

The Capital One Venture keeps travel rewards simple with flat-rate miles and perks that can outweigh the annual fee for regular spenders.
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Sept. 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

We Compared 100+ Credit Cards -- Here's the Best Balance Transfer Card for September 2026

My favorite balance transfer card offers 21 months of 0% intro APR. Here's why it's worth applying for, plus another great option.
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Sept. 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today, Sept. 11, 2026: Earn up to 4.50% APY

The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 4.50% APY leading up to the Fed meeting next week. Find out more.
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Sept. 10, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Enjoy a $300 Stays Credit and Earn 75,000 Bonus Miles: Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card's New Limited-Time Offer

The Capital One Venture's new offer stacks a travel credit on top of bonus miles. Here's what to know and how to decide if it's for you.
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Sept. 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Balance Transfer Cards That Are Better Than the One Your Bank Is Pushing

I track card offers every day, and the one your bank mails you is rarely the best fit for your individual situation. Here's what I'd choose instead.
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Sept. 10, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, Sept. 10, 2026

Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 4.50% APY -- see top rates and choose the perfect place to help your money grow faster.
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Sept. 9, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

This Business Card's Easy $500 Sign-Up Bonus Could Cover Your Next Big Expense

This no-annual-fee business card can net you hundreds in rewards on everyday spending. See how the bonus works, plus another great option worth looking at.
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Sept. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Our Favorite Balance Transfer Card if You Have Excellent Credit: September 2026

With excellent credit, I'd pick the card that pauses interest and then pays cash back once the debt's gone, over a longer no-rewards option.
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Sept. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

What's the Best Business Credit Card for Cash Back in September 2026?

The right cash back card depends on how your business spends. Here's how to match a flat-rate or category card to your everyday expenses.
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Sept. 9, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Sept. 9, 2026: Up to 4.50% APY Still on Offer

Top high-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 4.50% APY leading up to the September Fed meeting. Start earning more on your savings balance today.
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Sept. 8, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

I Moved $106,000 Between Banks at Once. Here's What Happened Next

Moving a large sum between banks by ACH comes with hold times and a couple surprises. Here's what I learned about the wait before you hit send.
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Sept. 8, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Top 3 High-Yield Savings Accounts of September 2026

Best savings options this month, ranked by who they fit -- all-in-one banking, no-fuss simplicity, and the pick for bigger balances.
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Sept. 8, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

My Top 3 Balance Transfer Cards for People With Good Credit: September 2026

With good credit, you've got real options to pause interest on debt. Here are the three cards I'd reach for right now and how to pick between them.
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Sept. 8, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, Sept. 8, 2026

The Fed has held rates steady five times so far in 2026. Find out where top high-yield savings rates stand now.
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Sept. 7, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Right Now, Sept. 7, 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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Sept. 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

What Happens to Your Balance Transfer Card After the 0% Intro Period Ends?

Once the promo rate ends, only your leftover balance is charged interest -- with no retroactive catch-up on the debt you already paid off.
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Sept. 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Top 0% Intro APR Credit Cards You Can Get Right Now: September 2026

A long interest-free window can wipe out a balance or fund a big purchase. Here's how to match the right card to your goal.
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Sept. 7, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Sept. 7, 2026: Up to 21 Months to Turn the Corner on Debt

Up to 21 months interest-free. Balance transfer cards with 0% intro APR, no annual fees, and time to finally get ahead on debt.
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Sept. 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

21 Months of 0% Intro APR: Chase Slate Is One of the Best Balance Transfer Cards of 2026

Paying down a card balance is far easier when interest isn't working against you. See how the Chase Slate fits a debt-payoff plan and who it suits.
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Sept. 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How Much You'd Make if You Put $50 a Month in an HYSA for a Year

Consistent monthly saving grows faster in a high-yield account than a traditional one, and the gap widens every year you keep it going.
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Sept. 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's When a Regular Savings Account Beats a High-Yield Savings Account

A high-yield account wins for most short-term savings, but a few situations make a traditional bank the better place to keep your cash.
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Sept. 5, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today, Sept. 5, 2026: Earn up to 4.50% APY

The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 4.50% APY leading up to the September Fed meeting. Find out more.
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Sept. 4, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, Sept. 4, 2026

Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 4.50% APY -- see top rates and choose the perfect place to help your money grow faster.
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Sept. 3, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Sept. 3, 2026: Up to 4.50% APY Still Available

Top high-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 4.50% APY after the Fed's latest decision. Start earning more on your savings balance today.