Joel O'Leary

Full Time Writer |

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 80 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 05-24-2025

Summary

Joel is a full-time writer at Motley Fool Money, where he brings a clear, approachable voice to topics ranging from credit cards to side hustles. He’s been writing about money since 2018, covering topics like credit cards, savings hacks, and the FIRE movement. Before joining the team, he managed editorial content for the How To Money podcast. When he’s not behind the laptop, Joel is likely at the beach surfing, or out and about with his family.

Joel's Recent Articles

• A Complete Guide to Balance Transfers
  Dec 17, 2020
  Balance transfers can help you pay off credit card debt faster. Learn how they work, how much you can save, and what to avoid.
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• Chase Ink Business Unlimited Review
  Jul 8, 2020
  Get simple, unlimited cash back with no annual fee. Read our full Chase Ink Business Unlimited review to see if it's the best card for …
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• Citi Simplicity Card Review
  Jul 6, 2018
  Citi Simplicity offers no annual fee and a 0% APR intro period -- perfect for paying off debt. Learn how this card works and if …
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• Citi Double Cash Review
  Jul 6, 2018
  Earn 2% back on every purchase with no annual fee. See why the Citi Double Cash card is a top pick in our in-depth Citi …
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• Citi Diamond Preferred Review
  Jul 6, 2018
  Enjoy 0% APR for 21 months with the Citi Diamond Preferred. Learn if it's the right move to save on interest and crush your debt.
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