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March 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Little-Known Perks of the Venture X Credit Card

These Venture X perks go beyond miles -- art access, elite rental upgrades, and phone protection offer real-world value for travelers and everyday users.
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March 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

How to Check if You're Eligible for This 175,000-Point Welcome Offer

Want to know if you can land one of the biggest welcome bonus offers I've ever seen? Here's your no-nonsense guide, plus other bonuses worth looking at now.
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March 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Bad News for Citi Cardholders: Point Sharing Ends May 17

Citi's point-sharing feature is disappearing soon. Learn what the change means for cardholders, and what you may want to do before that happens.
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March 17, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Elon Musk's X Money Account Could Pay 6% APY. Here's What We Know

The upcoming X Money account may offer 6% APY. Here's what we know so far, plus two high-yield savings accounts paying 4%-plus that you can open today.
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March 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Spend $2,000 a Month? This Credit Card Pays You About $480 a Year

The Wells Fargo Active Cash card earns unlimited 2% cash rewards on purchases, has a $0 annual fee, and won our Best Overall Credit Card award for 2026.
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March 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Little-Known Travel Perks of the Amex Platinum

The Amex Platinum has so many travel perks that some can easily fly under the radar. Here are three great ones worth keeping in mind.
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March 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The Wells Fargo Reflect Card Is Our Top Pick for Avoiding Interest Payments in 2026

The Wells Fargo Reflect is our favorite way to save on high-interest debt this year. Here's what to know, and who this card is right for.
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March 17, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, March 17, 2026: Where to Find up to 5.00% APY Now

Top high-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY, but those yields could decrease as we head further into 2026.
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March 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

6 Reasons You Should Give Your Teenager a Credit Card

Giving your teenager a credit card as an authorized user can help build their credit score and teach real money skills. Here's why it works.
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March 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

We Compared Every Amex Card -- Here's the Best for Groceries

There's only one Amex card that can net you 6% back on your next grocery trip. Read on to learn how else you can save with it today.
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March 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Is Why Some Credit Card Payments Take Days to Post

Paid your credit card on the due date but still got hit with a late fee? Here's why payments take time -- and how to make sure you never miss a due date again.
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March 16, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates This Week, March 16, 2026: Rates Have Come Down -- These CDs Are Still Worth Opening

Top CDs this week offer up to 4.20% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates have a chance to move lower.
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March 16, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, March 16, 2026: Turn Off the Interest and Catch Your Breath

Pay down debt with the best balance transfer cards, featuring long 0% APR periods and no annual fees. Find the right card to get started.
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March 16, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 5.00% APY Today, March 16, 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.
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March 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's Why Americans Are Switching Back to Simple Credit Cards

More Americans are skipping premium high-fee credit cards for simple, no-annual-fee options -- and the math often backs them up. Here's why simpler cards win.
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March 15, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's How the Amex Platinum Can Pay for Its Annual Fee 5 Times Over in 2026

The Amex Platinum can be one of the most valuable travel cards out there -- if you maximize its perks. Here's what to know.
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March 15, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

We Compared Every Chase Card -- Here's the Best for Travel

My pick for the best Chase travel card hasn't changed in a while. Here's what to know and who the card is best for today.
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March 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This 21-Month 0% Intro APR Card Could Help You Wipe Out Debt in 2026

The Chase Slate card has no annual fee and one of the longest 0% intro APR windows available -- here's how to use it to get free of debt.
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March 15, 2026 | By James McClenathen

A Free Night at Your Favorite Hilton Hotel: The Best Travel Cards This Week, March 15, 2026

Want to land a free night at your favorite Hilton hotel and a boatload of points? Here's the card to apply for now, plus our other favorite travel cards.
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March 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn a Boosted APY of up to 4.10%: Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week, March 15, 2026

Opening a new bank account is one of the easiest ways to earn more on the cash you already have. Here are our favorite bank bonuses available now.
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March 15, 2026 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, March 15, 2026: Finally Make Progress Without the Penalty

Looking for 0% interest? See this week's best intro APR credit cards offering up to 24 months interest-free, and compare top picks to start saving today.
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March 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Quiet Way Banks Make Billions From Checking Accounts

Banks earn billions from checking accounts through fees and interest rate gaps. Here's how that works -- and how you can get a piece of that money, too.
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March 14, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Average Household Earns Around $500 a Year in Credit Card Rewards

The typical household earns about $500 a year in credit card rewards. Here's how the math works and why simple cash back cards make it easy.
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March 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Best Financial Advisors This Month, March 2026: Vetted Picks for Every Portfolio Size

This month's top financial advisors, ranked and reviewed. Find the right fit for your money goals and rest well knowing your investments are in good hands.
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March 14, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

I Made $800 Last Year Just From My Savings Account

Last year my high-yield savings account earned over $800 in interest. Here's how the math worked and why it's one of the easiest money moves you can make.