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The Financial Move That Pays You Back Forever

One simple financial move can quietly earn you hundreds more every year. Here's why switching savings accounts can pay you back forever.
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March 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

7 Benefits of the Capital One Venture X Card

The Capital One Venture X card comes with a $395 annual fee -- but premium travel perks like lounge access, annual credits, and big rewards make it easy to justify.
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March 12, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

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The Amex Platinum Card has real appeal -- but its high annual fee, low everyday earning rates, and complex credits give me pause.
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6% APY: Is the New X Money Account Too Good to Be True?

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March 12, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The 3 Best Rewards Cards for 3 Types of People: Which Are You?

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March 12, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best Savings Account Rates Today, March 12, 2026: Where to Earn up to 5.00% APY Now

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 this year.
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March 11, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, March 11, 2026: Up to 5.00% APY

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 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's Why I Picked the Capital One Venture X Card Over the Amex Platinum

The Capital One Venture X has a lower annual fee, simpler credits, and earns 2x miles on everything. Here's why it beat the Amex Platinum for me.
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March 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Need Help With Credit Card Debt? Check Out This 21-Month 0% Intro APR Card Now

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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's How Much the Amex Platinum's Massive Welcome Bonus Offer Is Really Worth

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March 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

10 Benefits of the Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards Card

The Bank of America Customized Cash Rewards card earns 6% cash back for the first year in a category you choose and rewards flexibility that fits real life.
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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

How the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Can Earn You 10X Its Annual Fee in One Year

With the Chase Sapphire Preferred, you can unlock more than $1,000 in first-year value -- more than 10 times the card's annual fee. Here's how to do it.
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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Ranked: My 3 Favorite Balance Transfer Cards of March 2026

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March 11, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

7 Benefits of the Capital One VentureOne Card

The Capital One VentureOne card earns travel rewards with no annual fee and no foreign transaction fees -- a great pick for budget-conscious travelers.
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March 11, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn 2% on Purchases: The Best Cash Back Cards This Week, March 11, 2026

If you want to earn 2% on purchases this year, there's a top cash back card that can help you do it. Here are all our favorites available now.
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March 10, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Act Fast to Get 4.10% APY With This High-Yield Savings Account

Now through April 13, the CIT Platinum Savings account offers an APY boost for six months. Here's how to get it.
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March 10, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's Why an 850 Credit Score Isn't All It's Cracked Up to Be -- and What You Really Need

You don't need a perfect credit score to be financially stable -- or exceptional, for that matter. Here's a better number to aim for today.
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March 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How Much $20,000 Would Earn in High-Yield Savings in 2026

A top high-yield savings account could earn you $800+ in a year if rates hold steady. Here's the math -- and how to make the switch.
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March 10, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This 0% Intro APR Card Comes With No Interest Until December 2027

The Chase Slate card has no annual fee and one of the longest 0% intro APR periods available -- a strong option for balance transfers or big purchases.