James McClenathen

Editorial Strategist | TMFJammerz

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 227 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 01-21-2026

Summary

James McClenathen is a full-time Managing Editor and Personal Finance Writer at Motley Fool Money, overseeing the production and quality of editorial content while also writing about credit cards, investing, and everyday money management. He has worked at The Motley Fool since 2012 and brings extensive experience as an editor, reporter, and finance expert. A graduate of the University of Michigan, James has spent more than a decade of his career helping readers make smarter financial decisions.

James's Recent Articles

• How to Get an Easy $200 Bonus Plus 2% Cash Rewards on Everything You Buy
  Jan 21, 2026
  The Wells Fargo Active Cash card might be the best all-purpose credit card there is. Here are some good reasons to apply today.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 21, 2026: Only a Few Top APYs Still Standing
  Jan 21, 2026
  The Fed cut rates a total of three times in 2025, but today's top CDs still offer yields as high as 4.27% APY. Secure a …
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• The Citi Simplicity Card Could Give You Nearly 2 Years With 0% APR
  Jan 20, 2026
  The Citi Simplicity card offers an intro APR spanning nearly two years and no late fees or penalty APR. See how it compares to other …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 20, 2026: APYs Above 4.00% Are Fading -- Lock In Now
  Jan 20, 2026
  Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY -- consider locking in a strong return now before rates drift lower as we get further into …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 19, 2026: Don't Miss up to 4.27% APY While It's Still Here
  Jan 19, 2026
  Today's best CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. It could be a smart idea to lock in a solid return before yields move lower as …
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• Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Jan. 19, 2026: Leftover Holiday Debt, Zero Interest
  Jan 19, 2026
  Top balance transfer cards now offer up to two years of 0% intro APR and no annual fees -- compare options and start paying down …
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• Save Big on Flights, Hotels, and More: The Best Travel Cards This Week, Jan. 18, 2026
  Jan 18, 2026
  Looking to save on 2026 travel today? Here are the best travel cards to apply for now to help you save a bundle on your …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 17, 2026: Your Chance to Lock In up to 4.27% APY
  Jan 17, 2026
  Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates move lower.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 16, 2026: Up to 4.27% APY Still on the Table -- Barely
  Jan 16, 2026
  Today's CDs are paying up to 4.27% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline further.
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• How AI Is Making Wealth Management Easier -- and Cheaper
  Jan 15, 2026
  AI is changing wealth management -- but not how you think. Here's how some firms are using it to serve clients better.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 15, 2026: Top Yields Are Fading Fast
  Jan 15, 2026
  The Fed cut rates a total of three times in 2025, but today's top CDs still offer yields as high as 4.27% APY. Secure a …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 14, 2026: Still Time to Lock In up to 4.27% APY
  Jan 14, 2026
  Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY -- consider locking in a strong return now before rates drift lower as we get further into …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 13, 2026: Top APYs (up to 4.27%) Won't Be Around Much Longer
  Jan 13, 2026
  Today's best CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. It could be a smart idea to lock in a solid return before yields move lower as …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 16, 2025: Don't Miss Out on up to 4.27% APY
  Jan 12, 2026
  Today's top CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. With another Fed rate cut now behind us, it's a great time to lock in a solid …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 15, 2025: Grab a Top APY up to 4.27%
  Jan 12, 2026
  Today's best CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. On the back of another Fed rate cut, it's smart to lock in a solid return before …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 17, 2025: Don't Let APYs up to 4.27% Slip Away
  Jan 12, 2026
  Another Fed rate cut was announced last week, but today's top CDs still offer yields as high as 4.27% APY. Secure a solid return before …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 18, 2025: APYs up to 4.27% Won't Last
  Jan 12, 2026
  Today's CDs are paying up to 4.27% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline further after last week's Fed …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 13, 2025: Up to 4.27% APY Still Available After This Week's Fed Rate Cut
  Jan 12, 2026
  Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates continue to trend lower.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 19, 2025: Up to 4.27% APY Still Available
  Jan 12, 2026
  Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates continue to trend lower.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 2, 2025: Up to 4.30% APY Still Available
  Jan 12, 2026
  Top CDs today offer up to 4.30% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates continue to trend lower.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 20, 2025: Grab a Top APY up to 4.27%
  Jan 12, 2026
  Today's best CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. On the back of another Fed rate cut, it's smart to lock in a solid return before …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 12, 2025: APYs up to 4.27% Won't Last Much Longer
  Jan 12, 2026
  Today's CDs are paying up to 4.27% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline further after this week's Fed …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 22, 2025: Don't Miss Out on up to 4.27% APY
  Jan 12, 2026
  Today's top CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. With another Fed rate cut now behind us, it's a great time to lock in a solid …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 23, 2025: Don't Let APYs up to 4.27% Slip Away
  Jan 12, 2026
  Another Fed rate cut was announced earlier this month, but today's top CDs still offer yields as high as 4.27% APY. Secure a solid return …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 24, 2025: APYs up to 4.27% Won't Last
  Jan 12, 2026
  Today's CDs are paying up to 4.27% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline further after the most recent …
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