Jake FitzGerald

Editorial Strategist |

Expertise

Credit cards, bank accounts, brokerages

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 277 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 10-20-2025

Summary

Jake FitzGerald is a full-time Editorial Strategist and Personal Finance Writer at Motley Fool Money, leading content production and distribution while also writing about credit cards, bank accounts, and other financial products. He has more than a decade of experience editing and shaping financial content to give readers clear, trustworthy money advice. His work focuses on delivering practical insights that empower people to make smarter financial decisions. Off the clock, he’s a fan of college football tailgates and still loyal to his favorite putter -- despite what his short game suggests.

Jake's Recent Articles

• Up to 5.00% APY: These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Oct. 20, 2025
  Oct 20, 2025
  Earn up to 5.00% APY with today's high-yield savings accounts -- compare top rates and pick the best place to make your money grow.
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• Adopting in 2026? This IRS Change Could Mean up to $17,670 Back
  Oct 19, 2025
  The 2026 IRS adoption tax credit rises to $17,670 per child. Here's how to qualify and make the most of it.
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• Here's How to Easily Cover the New Amex Platinum Annual Fee
  Oct 18, 2025
  The Amex Platinum now costs $200 more per year than it used to, but here's how to easily cover it with new perks and upgraded …
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• Get an APY up to 5.00% With the Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today: Oct. 18, 2025
  Oct 18, 2025
  High-yield savings accounts are paying up to 5.00% APY today -- check out the best rates and find the right spot to grow your money …
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• Parents Could Get a Bigger Tax Break in 2026 Here's How to Lock It In Now
  Oct 17, 2025
  Parents could see a bigger tax refund in 2026 thanks to new IRS changes. Here's how to prepare and make the most of it.
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• These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Oct. 17, 2025: APYs up to 5.00%
  Oct 17, 2025
  Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- see top rates and choose the perfect place to help your money grow faster.
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• Retirees Could Save Thousands Under the 2026 Tax Brackets, Here's How
  Oct 16, 2025
  The new 2026 tax brackets could save retirees thousands. Here's how to use the higher deductions and income thresholds to your advantage.
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• I Haven't Had a Car Payment in 10 Years -- Here's Where That Money Went Instead
  Oct 16, 2025
  I haven't had a car payment in 10 years, and my high-yield savings account is proof that freedom pays interest.
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• The Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: Oct. 16, 2025 -- Up to 5.00% APY
  Oct 16, 2025
  Earn up to 5.00% APY with today's top high-yield savings accounts -- check the best rates and find the ideal spot to grow your money.
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• These 4 Bank Accounts Are Paying More Than 4% Right Now
  Oct 15, 2025
  These high-yield savings accounts are paying over 4% right now. See where your money could earn more.
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• Here's How Driving an 18-Year-Old Car Is Helping Me Retire Early
  Oct 15, 2025
  Keeping my 18-year-old car has saved me tens of thousands of dollars, and it's quietly speeding up my path to early retirement.
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• Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates: Oct. 15, 2025 -- Earn up to 5.00% APY
  Oct 15, 2025
  Today's top high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- explore the best rates and choose the right place to grow your money faster.
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• 3 Little-Known CD Tricks That Could Earn You Hundreds More in October 2025
  Oct 14, 2025
  A few simple CD strategies could add hundreds in extra interest -- here's how to make your money work harder.
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• Here's How I've Saved $140,000 by Driving the Same Car for 18 Years
  Oct 14, 2025
  Keeping my first car for 18 years has saved me around $140,000 -- here's the math that proves it.
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• Turn Your Grocery Receipts Into Cash: The 3 Best Grocery Cards This Week, Oct. 14, 2025
  Oct 14, 2025
  Turn everyday purchases into cash rewards. See this week's best credit cards for groceries, gas, and more to get the most from your daily spending.
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• Up to 5.00% APY: These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Oct. 14, 2025
  Oct 14, 2025
  High-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY today -- but rates this high likely won't be available much longer. Snag one before …
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• Looking for the Best High-Yield Savings Rates on Oct. 13, 2025? Earn up to 5.00% APY Today
  Oct 13, 2025
  Earn up to 5.00% APY with today's high-yield savings accounts -- check the best rates and pick the right spot to help your money grow …
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• 3 Places You Should Never Keep Your Emergency Savings Fund
  Oct 12, 2025
  Don't let your emergency fund lose value. Here are three places, including your checking account, you should never keep it.
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• These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Oct. 11, 2025: APYs up to 5.00%
  Oct 11, 2025
  Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- see top rates and choose the perfect place to help your money grow faster.
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• Why I'm Moving Money Out of High-Yield Savings in October 2025
  Oct 10, 2025
  High-yield savings rates are falling fast. Here's why I'm moving cash into CDs to lock in 4.00%+ returns before the next Fed cut.
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• Amazon Just Became a 5% Cash Back Goldmine Thanks to the Discover it® Cash Back Card
  Oct 10, 2025
  Cardholders can now earn 5% cash back at Amazon and drug stores through December 2025 -- perfect timing for holiday shopping.
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• The Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: Oct. 10, 2025 -- Up to 5.00% APY
  Oct 10, 2025
  Earn up to 5.00% APY with today's top high-yield savings accounts -- check the best rates and find the ideal spot to grow your money.
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• The IRS Just Announced the 2026 Tax Brackets, Here's What's Changing Under the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill'
  Oct 9, 2025
  The IRS just announced the 2026 tax brackets and deductions; here's what's changing and how it could affect your refund.
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• How Many People Really Save $1 Million for Retirement?
  Oct 9, 2025
  Only 2.5% of Americans have $1 million saved for retirement. Here's what that means and how to start building wealth now.
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• 4 Safe Ways to Earn 4%+ on Your Retirement Savings
  Oct 9, 2025
  Here are safe ways to earn over 4% on your retirement savings without taking big risks.
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