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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Have Lots of Money in Your Checking Account? Here Are 5 Better Places to Keep Your Cash

Keeping too much cash in your checking account could be costing you in the long run. Here are five better places to keep your money in 2026.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The Top Balance Transfer Card of January 2026: 0% Intro APR for 21 Months

This Wells Fargo card offers one of the longest intro APR periods you can find. Here's how easy it is to start saving with it today.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Simple Credit Card Trick Can Help Eliminate Your Holiday Debt

Transfer your credit card balance to a 0% intro APR card and pause interest charges. Here's how this simple move can save you hundreds in 2026.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

The 3 Best Cash Back Cards Right Now (and Who Each Is For)

Learn about the three best cash back credit cards right now, what each one earns, and which type of spender each card is actually best for.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How Much You Can Make With $20,000 in a High-Yield Savings Account

With today's rates, $20,000 in a high-yield savings account can earn about $600-$800 a year with FDIC insurance and easy access.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

This Chase Card's Bonus Could Be the Easiest $200 You'll Make This Year

This Chase card has one of the easiest-to-earn welcome bonuses out there -- plus great ongoing perks. Here's what to know before you apply.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 17, 2026: Your Chance to Lock In up to 4.27% APY

Top CDs today offer up to 4.27% APY, making now a smart time to lock in a solid return before rates move lower.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn an Easy $200: The Best Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses This Week, Jan. 17, 2026

A standout welcome bonus can make a credit card an easy win. See our top credit card welcome bonus picks available now and find the offers worth applying for.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Today's Best High-Yield Savings Accounts, Jan. 17, 2026 -- Up to 5.00% APY While It Lasts

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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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Rack Up Cash Back and Travel Rewards: The Best Credit Cards This Week, Jan. 17, 2026

The right credit card can save you hundreds each year through strong rewards and perks. Explore our top picks and find the one that fits your spending.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Is the Capital One Venture X Card Worth It in 2026?

Is the Capital One Venture X worth it in 2026? Here's why its perks, credits, and bonus still make the $395 annual fee easy to justify.
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Jan. 17, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

These 3 Grocery Rewards Cards Could Save Families a Fortune in 2026

Earn up to 6% back at U.S. supermarkets with the right grocery rewards card. See which cards can help families save more on everyday food spending in 2026.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Savings Accounts Crushing Wells Fargo on Interest Rates

Wells Fargo pays just 0.01% on savings. These three accounts offer dramatically better APYs and can help your money grow faster in 2026.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Bank of America Business Card Could Earn You $1,200+ in 2026

This $0-annual-fee business card offers unlimited 1.5% cash back, plus a generous welcome offer. Here's how much you could earn in 2026.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

The Best Bank Accounts for 2026, Even if Rates Fall

Even if interest rates fall in 2026, the right bank accounts can still protect your cash, flexibility, and peace of mind.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Places You Should Never Use a Debit Card

Still using a debit card when you eat out? Here's why you shouldn't be -- plus two other places a credit card is a better choice.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's How Much $10,000 Would Earn in a 6-Month CD Now

See how much $10,000 earns in a 6-month CD with today's top APYs. Compare banks, rates, and promo terms to make the most of your savings.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Want to Pause Interest Charges? This Is the Best 0% Intro APR Card for 2026

This award-winning card offers 21 months of 0% intro APR, no annual fee, and a perfect 5-star rating in 2026.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, Jan. 16, 2026: Up to 4.27% APY Still on the Table -- Barely

Today's CDs are paying up to 4.27% APY. It's a good time to secure a strong return before yields decline further.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Unlock Hundreds in Annual Perks: The Best Luxury Credit Cards This Week, Jan. 16, 2026

Luxury credit cards offer elite perks, strong rewards, and premium benefits. Explore the top options available today and see which one fits your lifestyle.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Rates Today, Jan. 16, 2026 -- Still Paying up to 5.00% APY

The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can before rates slide.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Great Rewards Without the Hassle: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Week, Jan. 16, 2026

A no-annual-fee credit card can be the perfect way to earn valuable rewards at a low cost. Here are all of our favorites available now.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Credit Cards That Could Save You $750+ on Travel in 2026

Save $750 or more on travel in 2026 with the right credit card. See three travel cards with valuable welcome offers and easy rewards.
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Jan. 16, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

This Credit Card Combo Earned Me Over $1,380 Last Year

Last year my two main credit cards earned me over $1,380 in rewards and cash back. Here's the breakdown and how to build your own winning set-up for 2026.
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Jan. 15, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Here's What Could Happen if Trump's 10% Credit Card Interest Cap Gets Approved

Trump's proposed 10% APR cap could shake up credit cards in 2026, from tighter approvals to smaller rewards. Here's what it could mean for you.