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3 Types of Credit Cards That Are Almost Never Worth It
Find out which credit card types to avoid and what to look for in a card that actually works for you.
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The Subtle Ways People Signal Wealth Without Talking About Money
The wealthiest people in the room are rarely the ones who seem like it. Here's what they're actually signaling and how they're doing it without saying a word.
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Here's What Happens When You Use a Debit Card for a Hotel Deposit
Hotels place a hold on your card at check-in, and with a debit card, that's real money out of your account. Here's what to expect and how long it takes to get it back.
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Here's What Happens When You File for Bankruptcy
Learn how filing for bankruptcy affects your debt, credit score, and overall finances -- plus what to expect during the process.
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The Credit Card Strategy That Feels Illegal (but Isn't)
If you and your partner are sharing one credit card, you're leaving sign-up bonuses on the table. Here's the strategy more couples should be using.
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The Balance Transfer Card I'd Tell a Friend to Get Right Now
Want to save you on credit card debt for almost two whole years? Here's the balance transfer credit card worth applying for today.
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Lottery Statistics and Revenue by State
Americans shelled out $104.7 billion on lottery tickets in 2024, a record high. But is playing the lottery a good investment?
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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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Hannah Moore on How to Become a Professional Financial Planner
Apr. 11, 2026
Perhaps, amidst all your reading and podcast-listening about personal finances, you’ve thought to yourself, “I should explore becoming a professional financial planner.” If so, this …
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AI’s Most Dangerous Moment
Apr. 10, 2026
The first quarter of 2026 is in the rearview mirror and earnings season begins next week. We discuss what we’re looking for along with the …
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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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