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Aug. 30, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Your HYSA Rate Dropped? Here's What to Do Now

A small APY dip usually isn't worth panicking over. Here's how to tell when to switch banks, lock a CD, or leave your money alone.
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Aug. 30, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

We Compared 100+ Credit Cards -- These Made the Winner's List for 2026

Motley Fool Money's experts name the 2026 credit card award winners across cash back, groceries, and travel, and explain how each pick was chosen.
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Aug. 30, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

I Have a 650 Credit Score. Can I Still Get a Balance Transfer Card?

Fair credit narrows your options but doesn't end them. See what issuers weigh beyond your score, and the fastest ways to improve your approval odds.
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Aug. 30, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn up to 4.10%* APY for 6 Months: Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week, Aug. 30, 2026

Want to earn a boosted APY for up to six months? Here's the bank account to open today, plus a few other great options.
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Aug. 30, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Aug. 30, 2026: Stop Accepting Interest as Inevitable

Get up to 21 months interest-free with this week's longest 0% intro APR cards. Stop accepting interest as the cost of debt -- finally get ahead.
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Aug. 29, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Fastest Way to Get Your Credit Score From 750 to 800

Reaching 800 is about fine-tuning the score you've got -- lower your utilization, raise your available credit, and protect your oldest accounts.
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Aug. 29, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Travel Prices Are Spiking. These 3 Cards Could Get You $250 to $750+ This Year

Rising airfare makes travel cards more valuable. A no-annual-fee starter, a mid-tier favorite, and a premium option each offset the cost of a trip differently.
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Aug. 29, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

6 Chase Sapphire Preferred Perks That Are Worth More Than the $95 Annual Fee

The Chase Sapphire Preferred can pay for itself several ways. Here's how to easily turn its credits and perks into value that outpaces the $95 annual fee.
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Aug. 29, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

A 0% Intro APR Card Beats Buy Now, Pay Later for One Big Reason

Buy now, pay later gives you weeks to pay off a purchase. A credit card with 0% intro APR can give you almost two years, plus rewards and dispute protection.
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Aug. 29, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, Aug. 29, 2026

Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 4.50% APY -- see top rates and choose the perfect place to help your money grow faster this year.
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Aug. 29, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Save $1,750 or More on Travel: Best Credit Card Bonuses This Week, Aug. 29, 2026

This luxury Amex card is offering one of the biggest welcome bonus offers I've ever seen. Here's what to know, plus four other great options.
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Aug. 28, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens When You Miss a Buy Now, Pay Later Payment in 2026

Roughly 29% of buy now, pay later users have paid late. The costs of slipping up can go well beyond a little late fee.
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Aug. 28, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Card Pairs Perfectly With the Capital One Venture X -- and Has No Annual Fee

See how the no-annual-fee Capital One Savor complements the Venture X by covering groceries, dining, entertainment, and streaming.
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Aug. 28, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

These 3 Cards Offer 0% Intro APR Until 2028 -- but There's One Clear Winner

Cutting interest to zero on a large balance can save well over $1,000 during payoff. See how these leading cards for 2026 stack up.
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Aug. 28, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Aug. 28, 2026: Up to 4.50% APY Still Available

Top high-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 4.50% APY after the Fed's latest decision. Start earning more on your savings balance today.
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Aug. 27, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

I Opened an IRA at 32. Here's How Much It's Worth Now at 41

More than half of my retirement account balance is growth I never contributed. Here's what nine years of maxing an index fund did.
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Aug. 27, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Chase Ink Business Cash Has a $1,000 Bonus Right Now. Is It Worth It?

The Chase Ink Business Cash is worth it if your business spends a lot in its 5% categories. Here's who should grab it and who should skip it.
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Aug. 27, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How Many Americans Regret Using Buy Now, Pay Later Right Now

BNPL feels free until the bills hit. See how often BNPL users pay late, what the average fee runs, and why a credit card often makes more sense.
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Aug. 27, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What $5,000 in Credit Card Debt Actually Costs You at Today's APR

Carrying a card balance at today's rates quietly drains thousands in interest. See the real cost and faster ways to pay it down.
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Aug. 27, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

I Kept $30,000 in a High-Yield Savings Account for 1 Year. Here's What I Earned

My tens of thousands in a traditional bank account was earning next to nothing. Here's how much I made by opening a high-yield savings account.
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Aug. 27, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, Aug. 27, 2026

The Fed has held rates steady five times so far in 2026. Find out where top high-yield savings rates stand now.
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Aug. 26, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's What Happens When You Open 5 Credit Cards in One Year

Wondering what opening five credit cards in a year does to your credit? Here's the real impact on your credit score, finances, and more.
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Aug. 26, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Savings Accounts Absolutely Crushing the National Average APY in 2026

Leaving cash in a big-bank account can cost you hundreds a year. Here's how three online options compare and which saver each one fits.
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Aug. 26, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Happens When You Leave a Lot of Money in Your Savings Account

A big savings balance feels safe, but past a point it actually costs you money. Here's the line I use to decide what to save and what to invest.
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Aug. 26, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Right Now, Aug. 26, 2026

The Fed won't meet again on interest rates until mid-September. Top HYSAs continue to offer up to 4.50% APY, for now.