James McClenathen

Editorial Strategist | TMFJammerz

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 197 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 11-18-2025

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

• Act Now: This Savings Offer of up to 4.51% APY May Disappear Soon
  Nov 18, 2025
  Axos ONE pays a generous APY on savings balances if you meet certain requirements, but rates could drop at any time. Find out if you …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 18, 2025: Up to 4.30% APY Still Available
  Nov 18, 2025
  CDs today offer up to 4.30% APY. With the Fed's October rate cut now in place, it's a great moment to lock in a strong …
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• Best Travel Credit Cards This Week, Nov. 18, 2025: Earn Big Points on Gas and Groceries
  Nov 18, 2025
  We've picked a card with simple rewards and no annual fee, another with big travel rewards for everyday spending, and the most premium travel card …
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• Capital One Venture X vs. Amex Platinum: Which Travel Card Is Better?
  Nov 17, 2025
  The Venture X card has simple, valuable travel perks. The Amex Platinum offers more value for the right type of spender. Find out which card …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 17, 2025: APYs up to 4.30% Won't Last Long
  Nov 17, 2025
  Today's CDs are paying up to 4.30% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline as a result of the …
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• The Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Nov. 17, 2025: Up to 2 Full Years of Interest-Free Breathing Room
  Nov 17, 2025
  Pay down debt interest-free with this week's leading balance transfer cards -- get up to two years of 0% intro APR plus no annual fees …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 16, 2025: Don't Let APYs up to 4.30% Slip Away
  Nov 16, 2025
  Today's CDs offer yields as high as 4.30% APY. With the Fed's recent rate cut in place, now's the time to secure a solid return …
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• An Easy $200 Bonus and up to 5% Cash Back: This Chase Card Just Won Best Cash Back Card for 2026
  Nov 15, 2025
  No annual fee, up to 5% back, and flexible rewards: See why the Chase Freedom Unlimited just won Best Cash Back Card for 2026.
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• Forget the Chase Trifecta: This 3-Card Combo Wins for Everyday Spending
  Nov 15, 2025
  Citi's trifecta offers higher rewards, simpler perks, and more value on real-world spending.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 15, 2025: Don't Miss Out on up to 4.30% APY
  Nov 15, 2025
  Today's top CDs pay up to 4.30% APY. With another Fed rate cut now official, it's a great time to lock in a solid return …
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• 100,000-Mile Bonus and a $300 Travel Credit: Venture X Just Won Best Travel Card for 2026
  Nov 14, 2025
  The Capital One Venture X card is a premium travel card for ordinary spenders, with simple yet valuable rewards. Learn more about how it earned …
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• This Savings Account Mistake Could Cost You $2,000 by 2030
  Nov 14, 2025
  While some big banks pay 0.01% APY, high-yield savings accounts pay 3.50% APY or more. Switching accounts could earn you thousands more in the next …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 14, 2025: Top APYs up to 4.30%
  Nov 14, 2025
  Today's best CDs pay up to 4.30% APY. With the Fed's latest rate cut in effect, it's smart to lock in a solid return before …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 13, 2025: Up to 4.34% APY Still Available
  Nov 13, 2025
  CDs today offer up to 4.34% APY. With the Fed's October rate cut now in place, it's a great moment to lock in a strong …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 12, 2025: APYs up to 4.34% Won't Last Long
  Nov 12, 2025
  Today's CDs are paying up to 4.34% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline as a result of the …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 11, 2025: Don't Let APYs up to 4.34% Slip Away
  Nov 11, 2025
  Today's CDs offer yields as high as 4.34% APY. With the Fed's recent rate cut in place, now's the time to secure a solid return …
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• Best Travel Credit Cards This Week, Nov. 11, 2025: Bonuses Worth $200 to $1,750+
  Nov 11, 2025
  This week's picks include a no-annual-fee starter card, a mid-tier card that punches above its weight, and two premium Amex cards. See which is best …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 10, 2025: Don't Miss Out on up to 4.34% APY
  Nov 10, 2025
  Today's top CDs pay up to 4.34% APY. With another Fed rate cut now official, it's a great time to lock in a solid return …
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• The Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Nov. 10, 2025: Pay No Interest for up to 2 Full Years
  Nov 10, 2025
  This week's top balance transfer cards offer up to two years of 0% intro APR and no annual fees -- compare the best options and …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 9, 2025: Top APYs up to 4.34%
  Nov 9, 2025
  Today's best CDs pay up to 4.34% APY. With the Fed's latest rate cut in effect, it's smart to lock in a solid return before …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 8, 2025: Up to 4.34% APY Still Available
  Nov 8, 2025
  CDs today offer up to 4.34% APY. With the Fed's October rate cut now confirmed, now's the moment to lock in a strong return before …
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• Here's Why I Wouldn't Put $50,000 in CDs
  Nov 7, 2025
  CDs are safe, but $50,000 could grow at least twice as much in the stock market. Here's why I wouldn't lock that money in CDs …
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 7, 2025: APYs up to 4.34% Won't Last Long
  Nov 7, 2025
  Today's CDs are paying up to 4.34% APY. With the Fed's latest rate cut now official, it's a good time to secure a strong return …
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• These Are the Only 2 Reasons I'd Ever Open a CD
  Nov 6, 2025
  CDs make sense if you're saving for a specific near-term goal or if you're near or in retirement. Otherwise, consider these alternatives first.
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• Best CD Rates Today, Nov. 6, 2025: Don't Let APYs up to 4.34% Slip Away
  Nov 6, 2025
  Today's CDs offer yields as high as 4.34% APY. With the Fed's recent rate cut in place, now's the time to secure a solid return …
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