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Nov. 27, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

5 Smart Moves That Make Your 0% APR Window Actually Worth It

Use these five smart habits like picking a long 0% period, automating payments, and avoiding new debt to get the most out of your 0% APR window.
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Nov. 27, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

We Compared 100+ Credit Cards -- These Made the Winner's List for 2026

These five credit card award winners stand out for rewards, simplicity, and long-term value. Learn which 2026 picks made our expert-backed winner's list.
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Nov. 27, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Side Hustlers Are Loving This BofA Card's $300 Bonus and Easy Cash Back

Here's how freelancers and side hustlers are earning a $300 welcome bonus plus unlimited cash back rewards on everything they buy.
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Nov. 27, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

This 0% Intro APR Card Lets You Skip Interest Payments in All of 2026, and Most of 2027, Too

With one of the longest 0% intro APR offers available, this Wells Fargo card could help you save hundreds on interest through 2026 and well into 2027.
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Nov. 27, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

This Credit Card Bonus Is the Easiest $200 You'll Ever Earn

The Wells Fargo Active Cash is one of the most versatile credit cards out there, and it's got an easy-to-earn welcome offer to match.
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Nov. 27, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Get up to 5.00% APY With the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: Nov. 27, 2025

The Fed lowered rates again in October, yet top high-yield savings accounts still pay up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Act fast to secure a top rate.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Your 0% APR Window Won't Last Forever -- Here's How to Use It Right

A 0% intro APR card can buy you time to pay off debt without interest, but only if you use that window wisely. Here's how to build a winning plan.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By James McClenathen

I Just Got a $250 Amazon Gift Card in 30 Seconds. Act Fast to Claim Yours

For a limited time, Prime members get a $250 Amazon gift card when they open a new Prime Visa card. Here are more good reasons to sign up for this card today.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

This 0% Intro APR Card Takes the Pressure Off Going Into 2026

This 0% intro APR offer lets you skip interest for all of 2026, plus earn cash back rewards that could double in your first year. No annual fee, no pressure.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Your Bank Won't Tell You This About Cash Deposits Over $5,000

Cash feels simple, but once you cross certain thresholds, banks start paying closer attention. Here's what actually happens when you deposit more than $5,000.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's How to Easily Cover the Chase Sapphire Preferred Annual Fee

It doesn't take much to wipe out the Chase Sapphire Preferred's $95 annual fee.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's What Actually Happens When Your Bank Freezes Your Account

Banks freeze accounts more often than people realize. Here's what's really going on when it happens.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Get 2% Back on Everything and a $200 Bonus With This Credit Card

If you want to use one card for everything, then the Active Cash card is my top pick. Here's why this no-annual-fee card stands out.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

This 21-Month 0% APR Window Is One of the Longest You'll See in 2026

Skip interest through 2026, and well into 2027 with this top 0% intro APR credit card. See how the Wells Fargo Reflect card can help you crush debt.
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Nov. 26, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today: Nov. 26, 2025 -- Move Your Cash and Earn up to 5.00% APY

The Fed cut rates again in October, but the best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can.
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Nov. 25, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

How the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Can Pay for Its Annual Fee 8 Times Over

My favorite Chase card can deliver over $800 in first-year value with two simple perks. Here's how easy it is to save with the Sapphire Preferred.
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Nov. 25, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

A Simple Way to Stop Paying Credit Card Interest Until 2027

This long 0% interest window can give you real breathing room going into 2026.
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Nov. 25, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Why Premium Cards Are Worth It in 2026 -- Even With High Annual Fees

Scared off by the annual fee on premium credit cards? Here's how easy it is to get value from them -- using one of my favorite cards as an example.
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Nov. 25, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

What Happens When You Hit an 850 Credit Score? Here's the Truth

Getting a perfect credit score is impressive, but is it necessary? Here's what an 850 does -- and doesn't -- get you.
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Nov. 25, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best Grocery Credit Cards This Week, Nov. 25, 2025: Save on Everyday Essentials

Want to save big on your next supermarket run? Here's how our favorite grocery credit cards can help you do just that today.
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Nov. 25, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today: Nov. 25, 2025 -- APYs up to 5.00%

The Fed cut rates again at the end of October, but top high-yield savings accounts are still offering up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Take advantage before rates fall.
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Nov. 25, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best Travel Credit Cards This Week, Nov. 25, 2025: Save Big on Your Next Getaway

Don't book your next big trip yet. Here's how you can save big with one of our favorite travel cards available today.
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Nov. 24, 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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Nov. 24, 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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Nov. 24, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Everyone Wants the Award-Winning 2026 Travel Card That's Half the Cost of Amex Platinum

The Capital One Venture X earned our Best Travel Credit Card of 2026 award for its elite perks, top-tier rewards, and standout value compared to pricier rivals.