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Credit cards offer rewards and protection, but using them exclusively has downsides. Here's what to know before going all-in on credit.
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Dec. 17, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

We Compared 100+ Credit Cards -- These 3 Offer the Best 0% Intro APR in 2026

These top 0% intro APR and balance transfer cards can help you save hundreds in interest in 2026 and pay off your debt faster.
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Dec. 17, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Happens When You Deposit a Large Check

Large checks follow a slower, stricter clearing process, and most of the money isn't available right away. Here's what actually happens behind the scenes.
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Dec. 17, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Grocery, Travel Cards, and More: The Best Amex Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025

Looking for a card with a sky-high welcome bonus and valuable perks? American Express is worth a look. Here's what to know.
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High-yield savings, short-term CDs, and index funds beat hiding cash at home. Here's why these places are safer and smarter to put your money instead.
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Dec. 17, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

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Dec. 17, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 17, 2025: Don't Let APYs up to 4.27% Slip Away

Another Fed rate cut was announced last week, but today's top CDs still offer yields as high as 4.27% APY. Secure a solid return before rates dip lower.
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Earn Hundreds a Year in Flexible Rewards: The Best Cash Back Cards Available This Week, Dec. 17, 2025

When you want simple credit card rewards that are easy to redeem, you probably want a cash back card. Here are our favorite options available now.
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Dec. 17, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today: Dec. 17, 2025 -- APYs up to 5.00% Still Available

The Fed cut rates again last week, but today's top high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Stuck at the Airport? Get Lounge Access With This Card

Get access to Capital One Lounges and over 1,300+ worldwide airport lounges via Priority Pass with this award-winning travel credit card.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Travel Card Just Beat Amex Platinum at Its Own Game

The Capital One Venture X just won our award for Best Travel Credit Card of 2026, and it's easy to see why it beat the Amex Platinum.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

The 4 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Paying Off Credit Card Debt

Don't let these four mistakes wreck your debt payoff plans in 2026. Learn how to outsmart them and ditch your balance faster.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Need a Break From Interest Payments? Here's Our Top 0% Intro APR Credit Card

With the Wells Fargo Reflect card, you'll get one of the longest intro APR periods you can find. Here's how easy it is to start saving today.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Places You Should Never Keep Your Emergency Savings Fund

Your emergency fund should be accessible to you at all times -- but it should be earning a decent return, too. Here are three places you shouldn't keep it.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn $300 Cash Back + a $250 Gift Card -- Chase Has Two Standout Offers Live Right Now

Chase is running two generous limited-time offers right now with no-annual-fee cards. Here's how each deal works and how to pick the right card for you.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 16, 2025: Don't Miss Out on up to 4.27% APY

Today's top CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. With another Fed rate cut now behind us, it's a great time to lock in a solid return before rates slide.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Happens When You Use a Debit Card at a Hotel

Hotels treat debit cards very differently from credit cards, and the behind-the-scenes process can lock up your cash for days.
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Dec. 16, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Up to 5.00% APY: These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, Dec. 16, 2025

High-yield savings accounts are paying up to 5.00% APY today following another Fed rate cut last week -- compare the top rates still available now.
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Dec. 15, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Don't Want to Pay the Citi Strata Elite's $595 Annual Fee? Here Are 3 Great Alternatives

The Citi Strata Elite's annual fee isn't worth it for everyone. Here are three top-notch travel cards with annual fees that are easy to justify.
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Dec. 15, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Happens When You Carry a Small Credit Card Balance by Accident

A small unpaid balance can trigger interest charges, score shifts, and reporting issues even if you pay your bill on time.
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Dec. 15, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Save Big on Business Expenses: The Best Business Credit Cards This Week, Dec. 15, 2025

Business credit cards are one of the best ways to save on business expenses of all kinds. Here are some of our favorite options available now.
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Dec. 15, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Get 5% Back at Whole Foods: The Best Grocery Credit Cards Available This Week, Dec. 15, 2025

Looking for an easy way to save at the supermarket? Learn how you can with one of our favorite grocery credit cards today.
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Dec. 15, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, Dec. 15, 2025: Grab a Top APY up to 4.27%

Today's best CDs pay up to 4.27% APY. On the back of another Fed rate cut, it's smart to lock in a solid return before yields move lower.
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Dec. 15, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today: Dec. 15, 2025 -- APYs up to 5.00% Still Available

Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- see top rates and choose the perfect place to help your money grow faster before rates drop.
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Dec. 15, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Dec. 15, 2025: Pay Off Holiday Debt Interest-Free for up to 2 Years

This week's best balance transfer cards offer long 0% intro APR periods and no annual fees -- compare top options and start paying down debt interest-free.