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The Little-Known Credit Card Strategy That Can Save You Hundreds in 2026
Couples can double card perks, earn two welcome bonuses, and avoid cash back caps by using the same credit card in 2026.
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CDs Are More Risky Than You Think. Here's Why
CDs feel safe, but they can limit your access, earnings, and financial freedom. Here's how to spot the risks before locking up your cash.
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Here's What Happens When You Spend More Than $5,000 on Your Credit Card
Large credit card purchases can affect your score, trigger fraud alerts, or lead to debt. Learn how to handle them smartly and maximize rewards.
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What Happens When You Hit an 850 Credit Score? Here's the Truth
Is an 850 credit score worth chasing? See why perfect credit does not unlock better deals than an excellent score -- and what matters more.
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If You Withdraw $10,000, the Government Is Going to Know About It. Here's Why
The government tracks cash withdrawals over $10,000. Here's what triggers a report, what it means for you, and how to handle big withdrawals the smart way.
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Why Premium Cards Are Worth It in 2026 -- Even With High Annual Fees
Scared off by the annual fee on premium credit cards? Here's how easy it is to get value from them -- using one of my favorite cards as an example.
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America's Wasteful Spending Habits: From DoorDash to Dead Subscriptions
Discover wasteful spending trends -- and how high-yield savings accounts and budgeting tools can help curb impulse buying and grow your cash.
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The Median Monthly Mortgage Payment in 2025 by State, City, and More
The median monthly mortgage payment is $2,034 -- read on for mortgage payment statistics by city, state, income, and more.
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Identity Theft and Credit Card Fraud Statistics for 2025
Our experts reviewed the data to understand trends on identity theft, credit card fraud, and data breaches. Check out the latest in this in-depth report.
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American Households' Average Monthly Expenses: $6,545
The average monthly expenses for an American household total $6,545. But where does that all go? Read on to find out how much we spend on housing, food, and more.
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The Average Savings Account Balance In The U.S. – Here’s How Much Americans Have in the Bank
Learn the average savings account balance in the U.S., why medians matter, how your savings compare to national benchmarks, and strategies to boost your savings.
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These Are the Top Financial New Year's Resolutions for 2026
See the top 2026 financial resolutions among Americans, according to a nationwide Motley Fool Money poll of 2,600 U.S. adults.
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Can Elon Musk Form a Super-Company?
Jan. 30, 2026
Reports are swirling that Elon Musk is aiming to combine xAI and SpaceX ahead of the SpaceX IPO in 2026. What does that mean for …
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Tesla’s Daring Move
Jan. 29, 2026
For several years, Tesla has been straddling the fence between an electric vehicle manufacturer and its ambition to pursue autonomous driving and humanoid robots. This …
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Starbucks Is Back, But Is It a Buy?
Jan. 28, 2026
Earnings season is in full swing and we’re here to break down Starbucks and GM, who reported earlier this week. After that, we’ll talk about …
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Owning the Operating System
Jan. 27, 2026
In today’s episode of Motley Fool Money, host Emily Flippen is joined by analysts Jason Hall and Asit Sharma to dive into three recent stories …
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It's the Big Tech Earnings Game! AAPL, META, MSFT
Jan. 26, 2026
Big Tech earnings are baaaaack. Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Meta (NASDAQ: META), and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) report earnings this week. Will they beat, raise, or miss …
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Interview with Janus Henderson Investors Portfolio Manager Denny Fish
Jan. 25, 2026
Denny Fish is a Portfolio Manager for the Janice Henderson Investors Global Technology and Innovation Fund. Motley Fool Chief Investment Officer Andy Cross and analyst …
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