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March 11, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

5 Money Mistakes Retirees Keep Making

You can't afford to waste money in retirement. Read on to make sure you're not making any of these costly mistakes.
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March 11, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

CDs vs. High-Yield Savings Accounts: Which One Actually Makes You More Money?

CDs and high-yield savings accounts are both great places to keep your cash. Find out how your savings goals may determine which option makes you more money.
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March 10, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's How Much You Need to Save Each Month to Retire by 65

Saving enough for retirement can seem impossible. But it's much more achievable if you break it down by month. Find out how much you need to save now.
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March 10, 2025 | By James McClenathen

3 Signs You Have Too Much Money in Savings

Savings accounts are essential financial tools, but you don't want to stash all your money in one. Find out when you may want to put your money elsewhere.
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March 9, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

These Are the 3 Best Credit Cards for Retirees Who Love to Travel

Retirement is about enjoying life. If you love to travel in retirement, these three credit cards can help you afford that trip you've been putting off.
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March 9, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Have a PNC Savings Account? You Could Be Missing Out on $300-Plus a Year

PNC's Standard Savings account pays a rock-bottom interest rate. See how much you could be missing out on, as well as how you could start earning more fast.
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March 8, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Buying These 3 Things With a Credit Card Is a Big Mistake

Rewards cards can save you a ton of money if you're paying your bills in full. But find out when using a card can come with expensive consequences.
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March 8, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's Why Millionaires Rarely Use Savings Accounts Like the Rest of Us

The wealthiest among us look to put their money to work for them. Find out how you can best copy their process.
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March 7, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Forget CDs, Even With Rates up to 4.50%. Here's Where to Put Your Money Instead

CDs offer less flexibility than savings accounts and lower returns than the stock market. Here are some good reasons to put your money elsewhere.
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March 7, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

How to Grow a $500 Emergency Fund Into $5,000 Faster Than You Think

Reaching a savings goal can seem impossible. But with the right type of account and a couple of good habits, anyone can have thousands in the bank.
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March 7, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Here's How Much $10,000 Would Earn in Treasury Bonds

A $10,000 investment in recently auctioned T-bonds would earn $9,500 or more in interest. Read on to learn the basics of T-bonds before you invest.
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March 7, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Tired of Paying Full Price for Eggs? Check Out These 3 Grocery Credit Cards Now

Everyone has been feeling the pressure at the grocery checkout. Find out how these credit cards can help lower your grocery bills.
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March 4, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Is $50,000 Too Much to Have in Savings?

Very few people need $50,000 or more in their savings accounts. Here's a simple way to put extra cash to work.
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March 4, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

The No. 1 Mistake People Make With High-Yield Savings Accounts

High-yield savings accounts are a great place to park some of your cash. But make sure you don't make this costly mistake. Read on to find out what it is.
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March 4, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Can I Cancel My Credit Card Immediately After Earning the Sign-Up Bonus?

While it is possible to cancel your credit card after you earn a bonus, you really want to avoid doing so. Find out why now.
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March 4, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Is the Chase Sapphire Preferred Still the Best Travel Card?

The Chase Sapphire Preferred card has been a winning travel card for years. Find out how it stacks up to some competition these days.
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March 3, 2025 | By James McClenathen

This Simple Trick Could Boost Your Credit Score Instantly

Making more frequent credit card payments may improve your credit score in ways you never expected. Find out how.
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March 3, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Have a Wells Fargo Savings Account? You're Probably Missing Out on $300-Plus a Year

Wells Fargo's savings account APYs are extremely low. Switching to a high-yield savings account could earn you hundreds of dollars more in interest. Here's how.
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March 3, 2025 | By James McClenathen

3 Things People With Perfect Credit Scores Have in Common

Attaining a perfect credit score is difficult, but there's no "trick" to it. See how some Americans have done it -- and how you can, too.
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March 2, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Act Fast: 3 High-Yield Savings Accounts Still Offering APYs of 4.00% or Higher

You can still easily earn 10 times the national average rate on your savings account. Find out what accounts to apply for today.
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March 2, 2025 | By James McClenathen

The 3 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Investing in CDs

Investing in CDs is simple and safe -- if you follow a few basic rules. Here are some big CD investing mistakes and how to avoid them.
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March 2, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

6 Things You Need to Know Before Applying for a Travel Credit Card

The right travel credit card can earn you free flights and discounted trips. You can't afford to ignore the following six tips when selecting your next card.
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March 1, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

The 2 Best Credit Cards for Shopping at Costco

You're already a savvy shopper if you're a Costco member. But find out how using the right credit card can maximize your savings.
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March 1, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Why Elon Musk and Other Billionaires Take Out Mortgages

Billionaires use mortgages to buy homes so they can keep as much money as possible in wealth-growing investments. Find out how regular people can do the same.
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March 1, 2025 | By James McClenathen

CDs vs. T-Bills: Where Should You Put Your Money Now?

CDs and T-bills are both safe ways to earn guaranteed interest. Read on to learn some key differences between the two.