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- Ryan Wilcox
Ryan Wilcox
Full-Time Personal Finance Writer | TMFRyanWilcox
Expertise
Credit cards, banking, investing, insurance, personal loans
NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 214 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 12-23-2025
Past Experience
Content Writer, The Points Guy
Summary
Ryan Wilcox is a full-time Personal Finance Writer at Motley Fool Money, covering credit cards, bank accounts, investing, auto insurance, and other personal finance topics. Ryan has been writing about credit cards and savings since 2022. Before joining Motley Fool Money, he was a full-time writer at The Points Guy, where he focused on maximizing credit card rewards and travel strategies. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and American History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he also spent four years reporting for The Daily Tar Heel. With a background in both journalism and consumer finance, he brings a clear and thoughtful voice to money topics. Outside of work, Ryan is likely reading, writing, or updating his Letterboxd account.
Ryan's Recent Articles
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How the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Can Pay for Its Annual Fee 8 Times Over
Dec 23, 2025
The Chase Sapphire Preferred offers more than $800 in tangible first-year value. Here's why it's my go-to travel card recommendation after all these years.
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How the Amex Platinum Card Could Save You Over $3,000 on Travel in a Year
Dec 23, 2025
If you're looking to save big on your next trip, the Amex Platinum can help. Here's how to maximize its welcome bonus, earnings rates, travel …
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Why the Chase Sapphire Preferred Is Still My No. 1 Travel Card
Dec 21, 2025
The Chase Sapphire Preferred offers more than $800 in first-year value. Here's why it's still my go-to travel card recommendation.
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Unlock Valuable Perks and Earning Rates: The Best Credit Cards Available This Week, Dec. 20, 2025
Dec 20, 2025
The right credit card can unlock all sorts of great earning rates, travel perks, lifestyle benefits and more. Here are all our favorite cards available …
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SoFi Active Investing vs. Robinhood
Dec 19, 2025
Learn how SoFi Active Investing and Robinhood compare on fees, investments, and account types so you can choose the right broker for you.
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Here's How Much You Can Make With $20,000 in a High-Yield Savings Account
Dec 19, 2025
Your $20,000 in a traditional savings account is probably earning next to nothing. Here's how much more you can make with a high-yield savings account.
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Save Thousands on Travel and More: The Best Luxury Credit Cards This Week, Dec. 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
If you want a credit card with some of the most valuable perks available, you probably want a luxury card. Here are all our favorites …
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Cut Down On Annual Fees: The Best No-Annual-Fee Credit Cards Available This Week, Dec. 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
No-annual-fee credit cards can help you earn valuable rewards at no extra cost. Here are all of our favorites available now.
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Rocket Money Review
Dec 18, 2025
Rocket Money helps track spending, cancel subscriptions, and automate savings, all for a super low cost. Read our full Rocket Money review to see if …
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This Bank of America Card Offers 6% Cash Back and a $200 Bonus
Dec 18, 2025
Want to earn 6% cash back in the spending category of your choice for a year? Here's how you can with this valuable Bank of …
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Pay 0% Interest, Rack Up Travel Rewards, and More: The Best Wells Fargo Cards Available This Week, Dec. 18, 2025
Dec 18, 2025
Wells Fargo offers some of the best credit cards of all kinds, from great travel earners to top balance transfer options. Here are our favorites …
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Land a $250 Amazon Gift Card: The Best Chase Cards Available This Week, Dec. 18, 2025
Dec 18, 2025
Whether you're looking for valuable cash back or great travel perks, Chase has you covered. Here are all our favorite cards from the issuer this …
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Grocery, Travel Cards, and More: The Best Amex Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025
Looking for a card with a sky-high welcome bonus and valuable perks? American Express is worth a look. Here's what to know.
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Earn Tons of Cash Back and Travel Rewards: The Best Bank of America Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025
Looking for a new cash back or travel card? Bank of America has you covered. Here are all our favorite cards from the issuer available …
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Earn Hundreds a Year in Flexible Rewards: The Best Cash Back Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025
When you want simple credit card rewards that are easy to redeem, you probably want a cash back card. Here are our favorite options available …
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Need a Break From Interest Payments? Here's Our Top 0% Intro APR Credit Card
Dec 16, 2025
With the Wells Fargo Reflect card, you'll get one of the longest intro APR periods you can find. Here's how easy it is to start …
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3 Places You Should Never Keep Your Emergency Savings Fund
Dec 16, 2025
Your emergency fund should be accessible to you at all times -- but it should be earning a decent return, too. Here are three places …
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3 Savings Accounts Crushing Wells Fargo on Interest Rates
Dec 14, 2025
From an earnings perspective, a Wells Fargo savings account is one of the worst places to keep your money. Here are three great alternatives.
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6 Amazing Costco Buys for Under $15
Dec 14, 2025
Want to save money on all sorts of items at Costco? Check out this list of great Costco buys for under $15.
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Here's What Happens When You Pay Your Credit Card Bill Every Week
Dec 13, 2025
Paying off your credit card every week definitely isn't a must -- but it comes with some sweet upsides you may not have heard about. …
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Save on Travel, Everyday Purchases and More: The Best Credit Cards Available This Week, Dec. 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025
A new credit card can unlock all sorts of great earning rates, travel perks, lifestyle benefits and more. Here are all our favorite cards available …
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6 Little-Known Perks of Dollar Store Shopping
Dec 13, 2025
Dollar stores are known as one of the best ways to save on shopping -- but there are a few hidden upsides you might not …
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Barclays CD Rates
Dec 12, 2025
Looking to explore Barclays' CD offerings? Learn about current APYs, terms, and how they compare to other banks today.
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Don't Want to Pay the Amex Platinum's $895 Annual Fee? Here Are 3 Good Alternatives
Dec 12, 2025
Want valuable travel perks at a fraction of the Amex Platinum's cost? Here are three great options worth considering today.
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Unlock Thousands in Yearly Perks: The Best Luxury Credit Cards This Week, Dec. 12, 2025
Dec 12, 2025
Ready to start spending in style? Check out all of our favorite luxury card offers available this week.
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