Jake FitzGerald

Editorial Strategist |

Expertise

Credit cards, bank accounts, brokerages

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 239 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 09-30-2025

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

• Will Social Security, Medicare, and Other Benefits Stop in a Government Shutdown?
  Sep 30, 2025
  Social Security and Medicare payments continue during a shutdown, but delays and service disruptions are still likely. Read on to learn more.
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• Best Grocery and Everyday Spending Credit Cards This Week, Sept. 30, 2025
  Sep 30, 2025
  Turn your grocery and gas runs into serious cash back. See this week's best everyday spending credit cards.
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• Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: Sept. 30, 2025 -- Up to 5.00% APY
  Sep 30, 2025
  Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- see the top rates and choose a good place to grow your money before …
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• 7 Ways Everyday People Become Millionaires
  Sep 29, 2025
  
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• 7 High-Return, Low-Risk Investments for Retirees
  Sep 29, 2025
  
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• Discover it® Chrome Joins Top 0% Intro APR Cards in 2025
  Sep 29, 2025
  Go interest-free into 2027 with this Discover card. Get a long intro APR offer, first-year Cashback Match, and no annual fee. Learn more here.
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• Up to 5.00% APY: These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Sept. 29, 2025
  Sep 29, 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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• Bank of America Interest-Free Balance Transfer Credit Cards: Why the Customized Cash Is a Top Pick
  Sep 28, 2025
  The Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards is one of the best Bank of America balance transfer credit cards -- plus it offers flexible cash …
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• Amex Cardholders: Save $60 if You Have YouTube TV With This Offer
  Sep 27, 2025
  Amex is giving some cardholders up to $60 back on YouTube TV. Here's how to claim the offer and lower your streaming bill.
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• Amex Platinum Adds $300 Lululemon Credit: Here's How to Max It Out
  Sep 27, 2025
  Amex Platinum just added a $300 annual lululemon credit. Here's how to use it each quarter and stack savings for even more value.
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• The Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: Sept. 27, 2025 -- Up to 5.00% APY
  Sep 27, 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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• Wells Fargo Active Cash®: A Credit Card With Intro APR Savings
  Sep 26, 2025
  Skip interest well into 2026 with the Wells Fargo Active Cash® Card, plus earn cash rewards on every purchase.
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• Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates: Sept. 26, 2025 -- Earn up to 5.00% APY
  Sep 26, 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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• Here's What Actually Happens When You Max Out a Credit Card
  Sep 25, 2025
  Maxing out a credit card tanks your score, raises payments, and racks up interest. Here's what really happens.
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• Social Security Full Retirement Age Increase: Here's What You Need to Know
  Sep 25, 2025
  Social Security's retirement age could rise to 69. Here's how it may shrink your check and what to do now.
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• Here Are 3 of the Smartest Ways to Buy Roblox Gift Cards
  Sep 25, 2025
  Learn how to turn Roblox gift card purchases into free cash or points with these smart credit card hacks.
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• Remember: Flight Delay Compensation Is Now a Reality
  Sep 25, 2025
  New rules mean airlines must issue cash refunds for major delays. Here's what you need to know before your next trip.
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• How Far Could CD Rates Drop in 2025?
  Sep 25, 2025
  CD rates are sliding in 2025 as the Fed cuts rates. Here's how far yields could fall and what savers should do now.
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• Get Nearly 2 Years Interest-Free With This Credit Card
  Sep 25, 2025
  This card offers almost two years of 0% intro APR, making it one of the longest balance transfer deals available. Find out the details here.
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• Looking for the Best High-Yield Savings Rates on Sept. 25, 2025? Earn up to 5.00% APY Today
  Sep 25, 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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• Why Your Car Payment May Not Drop Even if Interest Rates Do
  Sep 24, 2025
  A Fed rate cut won't automatically shrink your auto loan bill. Here's why your car payment may not fall with interest rates.
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• Think Lower Rates Mean a Cheaper Mortgage? Not Always
  Sep 24, 2025
  Lower Fed rates don't always mean lower mortgage costs. Learn why, what you can control, and how to save smarter -- read this before you …
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• Up to 5.00% APY: These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Sept. 24, 2025
  Sep 24, 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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• Why I'm Not Opening Any CDs in September 2025 -- Even With Rates Over 4%
  Sep 23, 2025
  I'm skipping CDs in September 2025, even with 4.00% APYs. Here's why a high-yield savings account and stock market investing fit my plan better.
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• Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: Sept. 23, 2025 -- Up to 5.00% APY
  Sep 23, 2025
  Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- see the top rates and choose a good place to grow your money before …
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