Jake FitzGerald

Editorial Strategist |

Expertise

Credit cards, bank accounts, brokerages

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 551 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 04-20-2026

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

• Here's How You Deposit a Check to an Online Bank
  Jan 14, 2026
  Depositing a check to an online bank is easier than you think. Here's how mobile check deposits really work.
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• Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates, Jan. 14, 2026 -- Earn up to 5.00% APY
  Jan 14, 2026
  High-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY following a total of three Fed rate cuts in 2025 -- compare the top rates …
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• Here's What Happens When You Overdraft by $1
  Jan 13, 2026
  A $1 overdraft can trigger fees, negative balances, and account flags that cost far more than a dollar.
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• Here's What Happens When You Put a Car Rental on the Wrong Card
  Jan 13, 2026
  Putting a car rental on the wrong card can seriously cost you. Here's how it actually plays out.
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• Families Miss This Dead-Simple Way to Get More Out of Their Credit Cards
  Jan 13, 2026
  Families often miss this simple credit card move that can double rewards and perks without spending more.
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• Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Jan. 13, 2026 -- Still Competitive at up to 5.00% APY
  Jan 13, 2026
  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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• The 3 Best Places to Put Your Cash in 2026
  Jan 12, 2026
  Where you keep your cash matters more than ever in 2026. Here are the three smartest places to park it safely and earn more.
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• Here's What Changes When You Reach an 850 Credit Score in 2026
  Jan 12, 2026
  Here's what actually changes, and what doesn't, when you reach a perfect 850 credit score in 2026.
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• Top High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Jan. 12, 2026 -- Take Advantage of up to 5.00% APY
  Jan 12, 2026
  Top high-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY, but those yields could decrease as we head further into 2026.
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• The Credit Card Strategy That Feels Like Free Money
  Jan 11, 2026
  One simple credit card move can double your rewards without spending more or opening a stack of cards.
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• Here's What Happens When Someone Opens a Credit Card in Your Name
  Jan 10, 2026
  A credit card opened in your name can hurt your score fast. Here's how it happens and what actually protects you.
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• Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates, Jan. 10, 2026 -- Maximize Your Earnings With up to 5.00% APY
  Jan 10, 2026
  The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can before rates slide.
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• Here's What Happens When Someone Steals Your Debit Card Number
  Jan 9, 2026
  Debit card fraud moves fast, freezes real money, and can take weeks to fully unwind. Here's how it actually plays out.
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• Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Jan. 9, 2026 -- APYs up to 5.00%
  Jan 9, 2026
  The Fed cut rates a total of three times in 2025, but today's top high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY. Find …
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• Here's What Happens When You Request a Credit Limit Increase
  Jan 8, 2026
  A credit limit increase can quietly boost your score or backfire depending on how and when you ask.
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• Here's What Happens When You Run More Than $10,000 Through Zelle in a Month
  Jan 8, 2026
  What happens when you move more than $10,000 through Zelle in a month? Here's how banks monitor activity and what to know.
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• High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Jan. 8, 2026 -- New Year Still Offering up to 5.00% APY
  Jan 8, 2026
  High-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY following a total of three Fed rate cuts in 2025 -- compare the top rates …
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• Here's What Happens When You Withdraw $5,000 From Your Bank Account
  Jan 7, 2026
  Withdrawing $5,000 is legal and common, but it can trigger delays, questions, and limits most people do not expect.
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• Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today, Jan. 7, 2026 -- Get up to 5.00% APY on Your Cash
  Jan 7, 2026
  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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• Here's What Happens When You Deposit More Than $5,000 in Cash
  Jan 6, 2026
  Depositing more than $5,000 in cash is routine. Here's what banks look for and what happens after your deposit clears.
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• Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates, Jan. 6, 2026 -- Earn up to 5.00% APY
  Jan 6, 2026
  Top high-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY, but those yields could decrease as we head further into 2026.
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• The Terrible Banking Habit That Costs People the Most Every Year
  Jan 5, 2026
  A quiet banking habit drains thousands over time, even for people who think they're doing everything right.
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• Here's What Happens When Your Bank Flags Your Account for Suspicious Activity
  Jan 5, 2026
  Banks flag accounts every day for suspicious activity. Here's what that means, what gets frozen, and what you can expect next.
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• Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today, Jan. 5, 2026 -- APYs up to 5.00% Still Available
  Jan 5, 2026
  The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can before rates slide.
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• Why You Should Build Out a CD Ladder for 2026
  Jan 3, 2026
  A CD ladder is a simple way to earn more on your cash without locking it all up. Here's why it makes sense for 2026.
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