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Motley Fool Money Articles

Learn more about applying the principles of money management to help stay in control of your finances.

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June 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

You Can Open a Brokerage Account in 10 Minutes. Here's How I Do It for Friends

Opening your first investment account takes less time than most people expect, with no minimum deposit and no monthly fees at most brokers.
June 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

A $444 Speeding Ticket Broke Me at 17. I've Kept a Cash Cushion Ever Since

A silly teenage mistake taught me to keep months of expenses in cash. Here is why a healthy emergency buffer beats scrambling when life surprises you.
June 7, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The 3 Best Amex Cards of June 2026, Ranked

There's no shortage of valuable American Express cards out there. Here are our three favorites available now based on perks, earning rates, bonuses, and more.
June 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Best Online Brokerages of June 2026: $0 Trades and No Account Minimums

Here's how to open, fund, and manage a brokerage account completely online, plus the top three platforms we recommend starting with this summer.
June 7, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn $1,200 in Bonus Cash: Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week, June 7, 2026

This high-yield savings account is offering one of the biggest bonuses I've ever seen, but it won't last forever. Here's how to get it, plus three other great options.
June 7, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, June 7, 2026: Stop Watching Your Balance Stand Still

This week's longest 0% intro APR cards offer up to 24 months with no interest. Make payments that actually shrink your balance -- interest-free.
June 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Where to Buy the SpaceX IPO: 4 Best Brokers for SPCX Access

SpaceX goes public June 12 under the ticker SPCX. Here are four brokers where retail investors can register interest -- and what to know before you do.
June 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Americans Are Saving 53% Less Than They Were a Year Ago. Here's How to Make Every Dollar Count

With saving rates falling and prices still climbing, where you park your cash has become one of the few money moves still fully in your control.
June 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Best Credit Card for People Paying Off Debt: June 2026

Carrying a balance at today's rates can cost hundreds in interest a year. A 0% intro APR balance transfer can pause that cost entirely.
June 6, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Amex Business Gold vs. Business Platinum: Which Card Is Better in 2026?

The Amex Business Gold and Business Platinum are built for very different types of business owners. Here's how to choose between the two.
June 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Best Brokerage Accounts for Beginners, June 2026: Start Investing in 10 Minutes

The broker you pick first shapes how your money grows. My three favorites for new investors make opening an account fast and simple.
June 6, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today, June 6, 2026: Earn up to 5.00% APY

The Fed cut rates a total of three times in 2025, but today's top high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY. Find out more.
June 6, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Save Thousands With the Chase Sapphire Lineup: Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses This Week, June 6, 2026

These two top Chase travel cards are offering some of the most valuable sign-up bonuses out there. Here's what to know -- and how you can qualify for both offers.
June 5, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's the Credit Score You Need to Get the Amex Business Gold

The Amex Business Gold is one of the better business cards out there, but not everyone will qualify. Here's what you'll need and what you can get in return.
June 5, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's Why You'll Probably Never Hit a 'Perfect' 850 Credit Score

A perfect 850 credit score sounds great in theory, but chasing it is mostly a waste of energy. Here's why -- and the number to focus on instead.
June 5, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Chase Ink Business Preferred vs. Sapphire Preferred: Which Card Should You Pick?

Both the Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred offer valuable perks for a $95 annual fee -- but which is right for you? Here's how to choose.
June 5, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Our Favorite Balance Transfer Card if You Have Excellent Credit: June 2026

When you're carrying a balance, killing interest matters more than earning rewards. Here's the no-annual-fee card I recommend most.
June 5, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Best IRA Brokers of June 2026: Free Matches and Low Fees

An IRA grows outside your workplace plan, and almost anyone with earned income can open one. Here are the three brokers I'd recommend right now.
June 5, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 5.00% APY Today, June 5, 2026

The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can in case rates slide further in 2026.
June 4, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

2026's Best Travel Credit Card (That Doesn't Charge an Annual Fee)

Most no-annual-fee travel cards make you book through a portal to earn the top rate. This rare exception rewards flights, hotels, and dining booked anywhere.
June 4, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

My Top 3 Balance Transfer Cards for People With Good Credit: June 2026

Trying to hit the pause button on piling debt? Here are three great balance transfer cards worth looking at this month.
June 4, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Amex Platinum vs. Business Platinum: Which Card Is Best for You?

The Amex Platinum and Business Platinum share the same annual fee and most of the same travel perks -- but the right pick depends on how you spend.
June 4, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Make Your Money Work Harder: Best Financial Advisors This Month, June 2026

Browse the best financial advisors for June 2026. Updated monthly with vetted picks to help you make the most of the second half of the year.
June 4, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, June 4, 2026: Up to 5.00% APY Still Available

High-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY following a total of three Fed rate cuts in 2025 and a trio of hold decisions so far in 2026.
June 4, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn a $750 Sign-Up Bonus and Pay No Annual Fee: The Best Business Credit Cards This Month, June 2026

Want to earn a solid sign-up bonus on a business card with no annual fee? Check out these two Chase favorites, along with some other top options.