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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Dec. 12, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Why This $0-Annual Fee Business Card Belongs in Every Freelancer's Wallet

Freelancers can earn up to 5% cash back and a $750 welcome bonus with this $0-annual fee business card. Here's why it's a smart move for your business.
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Dec. 12, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Put $25,000 in a High-Yield Savings Account and Here's What 4.00% APY Does Over a Year

See how much $25,000 can grow in a high-yield savings account and why these accounts are the smartest place to store short-term savings.
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Dec. 12, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Don't Want to Pay the Amex Platinum's $895 Annual Fee? Here Are 3 Good Alternatives

Want valuable travel perks at a fraction of the Amex Platinum's cost? Here are three great options worth considering today.
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Dec. 12, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

CDs Are More Risky Than You Think. Here's Why

Here's why early withdrawal penalties, limited access, and slow growth can actually make CDs more costly than you first think.
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Dec. 12, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Unlock Thousands in Yearly Perks: The Best Luxury Credit Cards This Week, Dec. 12, 2025

Ready to start spending in style? Check out all of our favorite luxury card offers available this week.
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Dec. 12, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 12, 2025: APYs up to 4.27% Won't Last Much Longer

Today's CDs are paying up to 4.27% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline further after this week's Fed rate cut.
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Dec. 12, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Valuable Rewards at No Extra Cost: The Best No-Annual-Fee Credit Cards Available This Week, Dec. 12, 2025

With a no-annual-fee credit card, you can start racking up valuable rewards from day one. Here are some of our favorites available now.
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Dec. 12, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Looking for the Best High-Yield Savings Rates on Dec. 12, 2025? Earn up to 5.00% APY Today

The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can before rates slide after this week's Fed cut.