Brendan Byrnes

Director | TMFNiner

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 26 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 01-14-2025

Summary

Currently Managing Director of Motley Fool Money, Brendan has worked full-time for The Motley Fool since 2011. He has written hundreds of articles for The Motley Fool and provided analysis on TV outlets including CNBC and Fox. He holds a degree in finance from Virginia Tech.

Brendan's Recent Articles

• 3 Little-Known Perks of Having a High Credit Score
  Jan 14, 2025
  Having a high credit score buys the average consumer more than bragging rights. Read on to find out how else you could benefit from a …
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• Best Brokerage Accounts for Beginners
  Jan 10, 2025
  The best trading platforms for beginners have easy-to-use interfaces, low fees, and attainable minimums. See our best brokerage accounts for beginners here.
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• Is Robinhood Gold Worth It?
  Jan 9, 2025
  You'll pay a monthly fee to use Robinhood Gold, but it has some valuable perks. Keep reading to find out if Robinhood Gold is worth …
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• How to Open a Brokerage Account in 7 Steps
  Jan 6, 2025
  Learn how to open a brokerage account with our simple seven-step guide and start your investment journey with confidence.
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• Charles Schwab Promotions
  Mar 5, 2024
  Charles Schwab offers referral and deposit bonuses for new brokerage accounts. Find out what's currently on offer and how to claim your rewards.
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• Best Joint High-Yield Savings Accounts
  Dec 4, 2023
  The best joint savings accounts help couples and partners hit savings goals faster with high APY and no fees. Learn more about the best joint …
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• CIT Platinum Savings Review
  Apr 5, 2023
  Earn a competitive APY with the CIT Platinum Savings account. Maintain a high balance to unlock the best rate, plus enjoy no fees and easy …
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• CIT Savings Connect Review
  Jul 5, 2022
  CIT Savings Connect offers a strong APY with no monthly fees or high balance requirements. See how it stacks up against CIT's other savings accounts …
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• Best Broker Bonuses
  May 4, 2022
  Brokerages often offer bonuses and promotions for opening a new account. Here are our picks for the best broker bonuses available now.
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• Best Free Stock Trading Apps
  Mar 3, 2021
  See our picks of the best free stock trading apps with no commission fees, user-friendly interfaces, and valuable research tools, and start investing on the …
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• How to Transfer Chase Points to Southwest for Maximum Travel Savings
  Feb 18, 2021
  Learn how to transfer your Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Southwest Rapid Rewards and start earning free flights and travel perks with this simple guide.
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• Best Personal Loans
  Dec 10, 2020
  Personal loans with flexible terms, low interest rates, and more make up our list of expert-reviewed personal loans.
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• Best Car Insurance Companies
  Nov 30, 2020
  Find the best car insurance companies while comparing rates, discounts, customer service, and coverage options. Determine the best auto insurer for your needs.
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• Best Roth IRA Accounts
  Sep 9, 2020
  Check out the top Roth IRA account picks, compiled by our experts, to find the best option for your retirement fund.
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• UFB Portfolio Savings Account Review
  Jan 28, 2020
  Explore UFB Portfolio Savings with our comprehensive review. We cover the pros and cons, including competitive APY, and accessibility.
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• Best Airline Credit Cards
  Aug 21, 2018
  Explore the best airline credit cards, with perks like reduced fares, priority boarding, and exclusive rewards. Find the airline card that fits your travel needs.
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• Best Options Trading Platforms
  Jul 9, 2018
  Explore the best options trading platforms of 2025, from low-fee tools to advanced features. Find the perfect fit for your trading style and maximize your …
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• Best Checking Accounts
  Jul 6, 2018
  The best checking accounts offer low or no fees, cash back, high APYs, and budgeting tools. Check out our list of checking accounts and find …
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• Best CD Rates
  Jul 6, 2018
  Looking for high CD rates? Check out our top CD picks for 2025. Find the best rates, bank reliability, and flexible options to grow your …
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• Best Cash Back Credit Cards
  Jul 6, 2018
  Maximize your rewards with the best cash back credit cards. Discover top picks for no annual fees, high rewards on groceries, travel, and more.
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• American Express High Yield Savings Review
  Jul 4, 2018
  You can earn nine times the average APY with an American Express High Yield Savings account. Find out what else this popular savings account has …
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• Best Discover Cards
  Jul 4, 2018
  Compare the best Discover credit cards for cash back, travel rewards, balance transfers, and more to find your perfect match.
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• Best American Express Credit Cards
  Jul 4, 2018
  Find the best American Express card for you, whether it's for travel, cash back, or premium perks. Compare our top picks and maximize your rewards …
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• Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards Review
  Jul 3, 2018
  The Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards card lets you pick your top cash back category, making it great for flexibility, but spending caps may …
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• Best Balance Transfer Credit Cards
  Jul 2, 2018
  Discover the best balance transfer credit cards to save on interest and pay down debt faster. Compare intro APR periods, fees, and perks to find …
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