Brooklyn Sprunger

Content Manager | TMFbwelch

Expertise

Credit cards, banking, investing, auto insurance

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 121 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 10-25-2025

Summary

Brooklyn Sprunger is a full-time Content Manager and Personal Finance Writer at Motley Fool Money, where she oversees product reviews and ratings while also writing about credit cards, bank accounts, investing, auto insurance, and other personal finance topics. She has worked in financial content since 2018, including more than four years at The Motley Fool. When she’s not writing or editing, Brooklyn is likely hiking and watching the Tennessee Vols.

Brooklyn's Recent Articles

• When a $95 Annual Fee Is Actually Worth It for Groceries
  Oct 25, 2025
  Groceries cost more than ever. The Amex Blue Cash Preferred earns a top-tier cash back rate on U.S. supermarkets and streaming -- easily covering its …
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• One Big Balance Transfer vs. Several Smaller Ones -- Which Saves More?
  Oct 24, 2025
  See how one balance transfer can save more than juggling multiple cards, and why the Wells Fargo Reflect Card makes debt payoff simpler.
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• A Travel Card So Exclusive, It Comes With Its Own Concierge Team
  Oct 23, 2025
  Get premium travel perks and personalized service with the Amex Platinum Concierge, a card benefit that helps with dining, events, and trip planning.
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• Are You Behind? Here's How Your Savings Compare
  Oct 22, 2025
  Most U.S. households have savings equal to about one month of expenses. Learn how to make your money work harder and build a stronger safety …
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• Give Your Savings a 4.10% APY Boost Before the Next Fed Meeting
  Oct 21, 2025
  See how Western Alliance Bank's savings account compares as banks prepare for the next Fed meeting and potential rate changes.
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• Here's What Happened When I Started Treating My Savings Like a Monthly Bill
  Oct 21, 2025
  Automating your savings can make building wealth effortless. Learn how paying yourself first helps you save consistently and reach financial goals faster.
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• I Track Bank Rates for a Living -- Here's How I'd Put $5,000 to Work Right Now
  Oct 20, 2025
  Learn how to make $5,000 work harder with a smart mix of savings, CDs, and bank offers -- safe, flexible strategies to maximize your cash.
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• 3 Purchases I'd Never Waste on a Debit Card
  Oct 20, 2025
  Learn which purchases are wasting rewards on debit, and how the right credit card can turn them into cash back or points so you can …
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• Most Drivers Overpay for Car Insurance -- Here's the Simple Habit That Can Fix It
  Oct 19, 2025
  Most drivers renew car insurance without comparing rates. Learn why that habit costs more over time, and how a quick annual check can save you …
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• Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Oct. 19, 2025: No Interest Until 2027 Begins Here
  Oct 19, 2025
  This week's top 0% intro APR cards offer up to 24 months interest-free -- perfect for large purchases or tackling debt without extra charges.
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• Not Sure Where to Park Your Cash Right Now? Start Here
  Oct 15, 2025
  A high-yield savings account offers safety, no fees, and easy access -- a simple way to keep your cash secure and still earning in uncertain …
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• Why Keeping Your Checking and Savings in One Place Could Be the Smartest Money Move You Make This Year
  Oct 14, 2025
  Keeping checking and savings in one place can simplify transfers, cut fees, and make managing your money easier. Here's how to find the best setup.
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• How I Earn LendingClub's Top Savings Rate Every Month -- Automatically
  Oct 13, 2025
  Automating monthly transfers to my savings helped me stay consistent, avoid stress, and always earn my bank's highest available rate.
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• The Average Vacation Now Costs $7,249 -- Here's How I'm Spending Smarter
  Oct 13, 2025
  The average vacation now costs $7,249, but I save money with smarter planning, flexible credit card rewards, and spending strategies.
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• The Smartest Move I Made Before Buying a House? Opening a CD at the Right Time
  Oct 13, 2025
  Opening a CD before the Fed rate cuts helped me boost my savings and buy a home with confidence. Here's why timing your CD can …
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• How I Turn My Side-Hustle Money Into Long-Term Wealth
  Oct 12, 2025
  I flip furniture on weekends and invest every dollar through my Schwab account. Here's how turning side income into investments builds real wealth.
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• Vacation Prices Have Doubled Since 2022 -- Here Are 4 Ways to Fight Back
  Oct 12, 2025
  Vacation costs have doubled since 2022, but travelers can save with smart timing, flexible rewards, and top travel credit card perks.
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• Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Oct. 12, 2025: Breathe Easier With No Interest Until 2027
  Oct 12, 2025
  Get up to 24 months interest-free with this week's top 0% intro APR cards -- ideal for big buys or knocking out debt with no …
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• SoFi® or Capital One: Where Should You Park Your Money?
  Oct 11, 2025
  SoFi® and Capital One both offer no-fee accounts, strong apps, and flexible banking options, but one is built for digital convenience, the other for in-person …
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• SoFi® vs. Capital One
  Oct 10, 2025
  SoFi® and Capital One both offer strong online banking, but which fits you best? Compare APYs, fees, features, and customer service to see which bank …
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• Best Checking and Savings Account Combos
  Oct 8, 2025
  Simplify your banking. The best checking and savings combos of 2025 give you one bank, easy transfers, overdraft protection, and solid rates.
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• Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Oct. 5, 2025: Regain Control of Your Debt With No Interest Until 2027
  Oct 5, 2025
  Score up to 24 months interest-free with this week's best 0% intro APR cards -- perfect for large purchases or paying off debt without extra …
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• Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Sept. 28, 2025: Skip Interest Into 2027
  Sep 28, 2025
  This week's best 0% intro APR cards give you up to 24 months interest-free -- ideal for large purchases or paying down debt without extra …
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• 3 Credit Cards That Give You Hundreds Back in Travel Credits Each Year
  Sep 26, 2025
  These credit cards offset travel costs with perks like $200-$300 back on flights, hotels, and rides each year. Compare the best options.
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• Best Personal Loan Rates This Week, Sept. 23, 2025: 3-Year Slips While 5-Year Sees a Bump After Fed Rate Cut
  Sep 23, 2025
  Explore September's best personal loan deals -- low rates, flexible terms, and quick approvals. Compare top offers now to find the right fit for your …
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