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Dec. 14, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Here's What Happens When You Close Your Oldest Credit Card
Closing your oldest credit card can trigger a drop in your credit score for reasons most people never see coming.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Everyone Wants the Award-Winning 2026 Travel Card That's Half the Cost of Amex Platinum
The Capital One Venture X earned our Best Travel Credit Card of 2026 award for its elite perks, top-tier rewards, and standout value compared to pricier rivals.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
3 Top Balance Transfer Cards You Can Apply for Right Now
You can save hundreds on interest with a balance transfer. Here are three top cards offering long intro APR periods and real money-saving value.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
3 Savings Accounts Crushing Wells Fargo on Interest Rates
From an earnings perspective, a Wells Fargo savings account is one of the worst places to keep your money. Here are three great alternatives.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By
James McClenathen
Save on Your Next Flight or Hotel Stay: The Best Travel Cards Available This Week, Dec. 14, 2025
The best travel cards can supercharge your savings on your next flight or hotel stay. Here are all our favorite cards available now.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
Get Free Money for Switching Banks: Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week, Dec. 14, 2025
These four banks will pay you to open an account with them. Don't believe me? Check out this list of our favorite bank bonuses available this week.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By
Brooklyn Sprunger
Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Dec. 14, 2025: Regain Control of Your Debt With No Interest Until 2027
Score up to 24 months interest-free with this week's best 0% intro APR cards -- perfect for large purchases or paying off debt without extra interest.
Dec. 14, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
6 Amazing Costco Buys for Under $15
Want to save money on all sorts of items at Costco? Check out this list of great Costco buys for under $15.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
3 Little-Known Perks of Having a Credit Score of 750+
A 750+ credit score quietly unlocks better rates, higher limits, and faster approvals without you doing anything extra.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Everyone Said Amex Owned Travel, Until the Capital One Venture X Stole the Crown
Amex built the playbook for luxury travel. But Capital One's Venture X Rewards card quietly made it simpler, cheaper, and better.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
3 Top 0% Intro APR Credit Cards You Can Get Right Now
See how these 0% intro APR credit cards can help you save interest, manage expenses, and take control of your financial goals.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
Don't Want to Pay the Amex Platinum's $895 Annual Fee? Here Are 3 Good Alternatives
If the Amex Platinum fee is a dealbreaker, check out these three cards with strong travel rewards and way smaller price tags.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
2 Chase Cards Offering Rare, Easy-to-Claim Bonuses Right Now
Two of Chase's most popular no-annual-fee cards are running limited-time bonuses right now. Here's how to qualify for each.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Here's What Happens When You Pay Your Credit Card Bill Every Week
Paying off your credit card every week definitely isn't a must -- but it comes with some sweet upsides you may not have heard about. Here's what to know.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Here's What Happens When You Try to Transfer $50,000 Between Banks
Large transfers over $50,000 trigger bank reviews, temporary holds, and slower clearing times that can delay access to your money.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
Save on Travel, Everyday Purchases and More: The Best Credit Cards Available This Week, Dec. 13, 2025
A new credit card can unlock all sorts of great earning rates, travel perks, lifestyle benefits and more. Here are all our favorite cards available this week.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
James McClenathen
Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 13, 2025: Up to 4.27% APY Still Available After This Week's Fed Rate Cut
Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates continue to trend lower.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
Forget the Amex Platinum: This Is My Favorite Travel Card Now
The Capital One Venture X card offers simple yet valuable travel perks at a lower annual fee. Here's why I like it more than the Amex Platinum now.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
Earn $250 Instantly Upon Approval -- The Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses Available This Week, Dec. 13, 2025
A credit card's welcome bonus can be one of the biggest and best reasons to hit that apply button. Here are all our favorite card bonuses available now.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates: Dec. 13, 2025 -- Earn up to 5.00% APY
Top high-yield savings accounts still pay up to 5.00% APY, but with another Fed rate cut announced earlier this week, those yields could decrease.
Dec. 13, 2025 | By
Ryan Wilcox
6 Little-Known Perks of Dollar Store Shopping
Dollar stores are known as one of the best ways to save on shopping -- but there are a few hidden upsides you might not know about. Here are six of them.
Dec. 12, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
Limited-Time Offer: Chase Freedom Unlimited Is Currently Offering an Easy $300 Bonus
A rare limited-time welcome offer opportunity is live, offering a great deal on an award winning no-annual-fee cash back card if you apply soon.
Dec. 12, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
Act Fast: Chase Freedom Unlimited With Its Best Offer Ever for a Limited Time
A rare, limited-time bonus on a popular no-annual-fee card could put $300 back in your pocket if you act quickly.
Dec. 12, 2025 | By
Jake FitzGerald
7 Credit Cards Only the Super Wealthy Know About
A look inside the ultra-exclusive credit cards reserved for private banks, royalty, and the world's wealthiest spenders.
Dec. 12, 2025 | By
Joel O'Leary
The No. 1 Mistake People Make With High-Yield Savings Accounts
Keeping too much in your high-yield savings account can hurt your long-term financial growth. Here's what to do with the extra cash.
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