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Here's What to Expect When You Apply for Your First Credit Card
First-time credit card applicants often don't know what they're walking into. Here's what happens when you apply, and what to do if you get denied.
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Get $3,725 in Value From the Amex Platinum Without Setting Foot on a Plane
Not a big traveler? Fear not -- the Amex Platinum can still help you save thousands a year. Here's what to know.
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Best Credit Card for People Paying Off Debt: April 2026
The Chase Slate offers a strong 0% intro APR offer on both purchases and balance transfers. It's our top pick for paying off debt in April 2026.
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This CD Mistake Could Cost You Hundreds Every Year
When your CD matures, your bank might renew it automatically. Letting that happen could cost you a lot of money -- here's why.
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How Long Can You Actually Pause Interest With a Balance Transfer Card?
Learn how long you can pay 0% interest with a top balance transfer credit card, plus how to choose the right one for you today.
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Here's How Much Switching to Only Cash for 30 Days Might Cost You
Find out how much you could lose by using only cash and debit cards for 30 days -- and why a simple 2% flat-rate credit card is a better move.
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Is It Cheaper to Rent or Buy a Home? Comparing the Costs
Renters spent 29.8% of income on housing in 2024 vs. 17.9% for mortgaged owners. See how renting vs. owning costs compare, per BLS data.
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Average Tax Refund in 2026, by Income, Age, and Filing Status
The average tax refund is $3,676 as of March 2026, per IRS data -- up 10.6% year over year. See refund amounts by income, age, filing status, and state.
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Average House Price by State Heading Into 2026
The median house price in the United States as of the fourth quarter of 2025 is $405,300. See how states compare here.
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The Median Monthly Mortgage Payment in 2026 by State, City, and More
The median monthly mortgage payment is $2,070 -- read on for mortgage payment statistics by city, state, income, and more.
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Average Credit Card Interest Rate in March 2026
The average credit card interest rate is 20.97% APR as of November 2025, per Federal Reserve data. See how rates are set and what they mean for carrying a balance.
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The Average Checking Account Interest Rate in March 2026
The national average checking account interest rate is 0.07% APY as of February 2026, per FDIC data. See how rates compare and where to find a better rate.
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Will AI Destroy the Software Industry?
Apr. 09, 2026
Matt Frankel, Tyler Crowe, and Jon Quast discuss: Why software stocks are down amid AI concerns The SaaS companies likely to be the most vulnerable …
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Why Alphabet is the Winner from Anthropic’s Incredible Growth
Apr. 08, 2026
Anthropic has tripled revenue in the first three months of 2026, but the biggest beneficiary may be Alphabet. The company owns 14% of Anthropic and …
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Breaking Down Jamie Dimon’s Investing Letter
Apr. 07, 2026
Reading Jamie Dimon’s annual letter to shareholders is one of those calendar events. For those who haven’t had time to read it, we broke down …
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Smooth Investing When the Ride is Bumpy
Apr. 06, 2026
Description: The Motley Fool Hidden Gems team takes a listener question about diversification, acknowledging the volatility in the stock market as well as why diversification …
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The Secret to Out-Innovating the Competition: Inside the Tesla Playbook
Apr. 05, 2026
What’s the secret to out-innovating the competition? Former Tesla President Jon McNeill joins the show to discuss his new book, The Algorithm: The Hypergrowth Formula …
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Which Types of Investments Should You Own and Where Should You Own Them
Apr. 04, 2026
It’s Month 4 of our financial planning challenge, which we’re calling “A Year Well-Planned.” This month, Fools Robert Brokamp and Stephanie Marini discuss the different …
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