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Aug. 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The 3 Best 0% Intro APR Cards for Your Back-to-School Shopping

Here are the three best 0% intro APR cards for back-to-school shopping in 2026, whether you want to earn solid rewards or save on interest for as long as possible.
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Aug. 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

6 Underrated Perks of the Chase Freedom Flex Card

The Chase Freedom Flex is known for its rotating 5% categories, but its lesser-known benefits may be the real reason to keep it in your wallet.
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Aug. 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The Top 3 High-Yield Savings Accounts of August 2026

The top high-yield savings accounts of August 2026 pay up to 10X the national average. See which account fits your balance and goals.
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Aug. 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Blue Cash Preferred vs. Blue Cash Everyday: Which Grocery Card Is Better for You?

Choosing between the Blue Cash Preferred and Blue Cash Everyday comes down to how much you spend on groceries. See where you land.
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Aug. 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Chase Freedom Unlimited vs. Citi Double Cash® Card: Which Cash Back Card Is Better for Balance Transfers?

Looking at the Chase Freedom Unlimited and Citi Double Cash for a balance transfer? Here's how the intro APR, fees, and ongoing earning rates stack up.
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Aug. 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, Aug. 12, 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. 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Get 5% Cash Back on Gas Now With the Chase Freedom Flex

Gas is a 5% bonus category on the Chase Freedom Flex right now. Learn how to activate, how much you'll earn, and when a flat-rate card fits better.
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Aug. 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Hands Down the Best Grocery Card for Most Families: Amex Blue Cash Preferred

Groceries are a family's biggest everyday expense. See why the Blue Cash Preferred is built to earn on them and who should carry it.
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Aug. 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best No-Annual-Fee Welcome Bonuses Available Now: August 2026

Looking for a welcome bonus without an annual fee? These three cards from Wells Fargo, Bank of America, and Chase deliver in August 2026.
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Aug. 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Best High-Yield Savings Accounts With a Debit Card

Most high-yield savings accounts skip the debit card. See which accounts pay a top rate and still let you pull cash when you need it.
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Aug. 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Buy Stocks, ETFs, and Options From Your Phone: The Best Trading Apps of August 2026

The best trading apps let you buy stocks, ETFs, and options from your phone with no commissions and research tools built in.
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Aug. 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Your First 90 Days With the Amex Platinum: Grab These Credits in This Order

A 90-day playbook for new Amex Platinum cardholders: which credits to claim first, which to automate, and how to time the rest so none go to waste.
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Aug. 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Aug. 11, 2026: Up to 4.50% APY Still on Offer

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. 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

These Streaming Subscriptions Could Be Earning You 6% Cash Back With Amex Blue Cash Preferred

The Blue Cash Preferred rewards streaming subscribers with strong cash back. Here's how the card works and who gets the most value from it.
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Aug. 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

I Asked 5 Travel Pros the No. 1 Lounge Access Card -- and They All Picked The Same One

The Amex Platinum is the card travel pros pick for airport lounge access. Here's what it unlocks, what else it offers, and when to skip it.
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Aug. 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The Best HYSA if You're Starting With Less Than $1,000

You don't need a big balance to open a high-yield savings account. Here's how to start with less than $1,000, with no fees and no minimums.
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Aug. 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

The 0% Intro APR Card That Wins for Almost Every Type of Borrower

A look at why one no-annual-fee card fits big purchases, debt payoff, and surprise bills alike, with real examples of how borrowers put it to work.
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Aug. 10, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, Aug. 10, 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. 10, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, August 10, 2026: Up to 21 Months to Break Free Starts Today

Your window of up to 21 months to freedom. Balance transfer cards with 0% intro APR, no annual fees, and room to finally break free from high-interest debt.
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Aug. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

What Is a Good APY for a Savings Account in August 2026?

A good APY is 3.00% to 4.00% for high-yield savings accounts, far above the 0.38% national average. See how to grade any rate and where the best ones live.
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Aug. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Should You Close Your Balance Transfer Card After Paying Off Your Debt?

Closing a balance transfer card after payoff can lower your credit score by raising utilization and cutting account age. Here's when canceling makes sense.
A young adult calculates their personal finances at the kitchen table using a tablet.
Aug. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How Much $10,000 Would Earn in a High-Yield Savings Account vs. a CD Right Now

Top savings accounts and CDs pay nearly the same on $10,000 right now, so there's little reason to lock your cash away in a CD.
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Aug. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Credit Cards That Come With 0% Intro APR Until 2028

A 0% intro APR can pause interest until 2028, long enough to clear an average balance. These three cards give you the longest runway right now.
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Aug. 9, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn up to $400 Bonus Cash and a Boosted APY: Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week, Aug. 9, 2026

My favorite high-yield savings account is offering a boosted APY for up to six months, plus as much as $400 in bonus cash. Here's how to earn it today.
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Aug. 9, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Aug. 9, 2026: Give Yourself Real Room to Breathe

Get up to 21 months of 0% intro APR with this week's best cards. Stop spinning your wheels -- finally make real progress on your balance without interest.