Jake FitzGerald

Editorial Strategist |

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Credit cards, bank accounts, brokerages

NUMBER OF PUBLICATIONS: 381 | LAST PUBLISH DATE: 12-17-2025

Summary

Jake FitzGerald is a full-time Editorial Strategist and Personal Finance Writer at Motley Fool Money, leading content production and distribution while also writing about credit cards, bank accounts, and other financial products. He has more than a decade of experience editing and shaping financial content to give readers clear, trustworthy money advice. His work focuses on delivering practical insights that empower people to make smarter financial decisions. Off the clock, he’s a fan of college football tailgates and still loyal to his favorite putter -- despite what his short game suggests.

Jake's Recent Articles

• 3 Reasons Savvy Borrowers Are Picking Personal Loans Over Balance Transfers
  Jul 3, 2025
  More borrowers are choosing personal loans over balance transfers to pay off debt. Here's why a personal loan might save you more and simplify your …
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• If You're in Your 40s With Less Than $150K Saved, Read This Now
  Jun 24, 2025
  Many 40-somethings haven't saved enough for retirement, but it's not too late to catch up. Here's what to do if you've got less than $150K …
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• Here's What Happens When You Get in an Accident With Minimum Car Insurance
  Jun 17, 2025
  Minimum car insurance might keep you legal, but it won't cover everything after a crash. Here's what you need to know before it's too late.
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• 4 Smart Estate Planning Strategies the Ultra-Rich Swear By
  Jun 17, 2025
  Estate planning isn't just for the rich -- use these smart strategies to protect your assets, cut taxes, and ease the burden on your family.
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• Just Inherited a Fortune? Here's How the 1% Handle It
  Jun 12, 2025
  Inheriting a large sum? Here's how wealthy families protect, manage, and grow their windfalls – and how you can follow their lead.
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• Don't Let the Courts Touch Your Estate -- Use This Legal Loophole Instead
  Jun 12, 2025
  Want to keep your money out of probate court? A revocable living trust lets you stay in control, skip delays, and protect your privacy -- …
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• How to Give Millions of Dollars Tax-Free in 2025 -- Before the Window Closes
  Jun 11, 2025
  Wealthy families are coming to the end of a rare opportunity to move millions out of their estate -- without owing a dime in federal …
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• Amex Blue Cash Preferred Review
  Jun 10, 2025
  The Amex Blue Cash Preferred earns big in several everyday expense categories like groceries, and gas. Find out more in our full Amex Blue Cash …
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• The $13 Million Gifting Loophole Wealthy Families Are Racing to Use Before It Disappears
  Jun 10, 2025
  Wealthy families have a rare chance in 2025 to gift up to $13.61 million tax-free -- before the estate tax exemption is slashed in half. …
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• This Overlooked Asset Could Be the Most Valuable Part of Your Inheritance
  Jun 9, 2025
  The most valuable part of your inheritance might not be money, but the plan behind it. Here's how wealthy families can pass down clarity, not …
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• Don't Let Capital Gains Eat Your Inheritance -- Here's What to Do Now
  Jun 8, 2025
  Capital gains taxes can quietly drain your family's inheritance. Here's how to avoid the most expensive mistake affluent families make.
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• The Inheritance Mistake That's Costing Wealthy Families Millions
  Jun 7, 2025
  A simple estate planning mistake is costing wealthy families millions in capital gains taxes. Learn how to avoid it and protect your heirs from an …
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• Here's How High-Net-Worth Families Are Handing Down Vacation Homes Without Tax Headaches
  Jun 6, 2025
  Handing down a vacation home can be tax and family drama free. Here's how wealthy families are using smart estate planning to protect their properties …
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• This Dead Simple Savings Habit Can Make You Retire a Millionaire
  May 28, 2025
  Want to retire a millionaire? This dead simple savings habit can quietly grow your nest egg to $1 million or more, even without a high …
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• Amex Gold Card Review
  Apr 25, 2025
  The Amex Gold Card earns big in dining, U.S. supermarkets, flights, and more. Read our full Amex Gold Card review to see if it's right …
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• Here's How to Save $1 Million for Retirement -- Without a 6-Figure Salary
  May 20, 2025
  Think you need a six-figure salary to retire with $1 million? Not even close. Here's how everyday earners are building real wealth -- and how …
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• Here's How to Become a Middle-Class Millionaire
  May 13, 2025
  Becoming a millionaire isn't just for high earners. With smart money habits and time on your side, it's more realistic than you might think.
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• Are You on Track for Retirement? Most Americans Aren't -- Here's How to Catch Up
  May 12, 2025
  Most Americans are falling behind on retirement savings -- but it's not too late to catch up. Learn how much you really need and ways …
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• Americans Say They Need $1.26 Million to Retire -- Here's Why Most Are Falling Short
  May 12, 2025
  Americans say they need $1.26 million to retire -- but most aren't even close. Learn why so many are falling short and how to get …
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• 3 Easy Ways to Get Free Checked Bags in 2025
  Apr 22, 2025
  Tired of paying for checked bags? These three easy tips can help you skip baggage fees and save hundreds of dollars in 2025. Find out …
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• This One Banking Move Could Add $1,000+ to Your Emergency Fund Over 12 Months
  Apr 19, 2025
  Want to boost your emergency savings? Switch to a high-yield account and earn $1,000+ in passive interest next year without changing your budget.
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• Trump Tariffs: Here Are 4 Smart Things to Do With Your Money Right Now
  Apr 3, 2025
  New tariffs could drive up prices on everyday goods. Learn four smart money moves to protect your finances, from saving more to making strategic purchases.
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• Is This The Biggest Secret in Banking? Here's Why You Probably Have Too Much Money in Your Checking Account
  Apr 1, 2025
  If you're keeping too much money in your checking account you're likely missing out on hundreds of dollars a year. Find out how to change …
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• Here's How Much Money You Should Keep in Your Checking Account -- It's Probably Less Than You Think
  Mar 30, 2025
  Keeping too much money in your checking account is definitely costing you. Find out how to best take advantage of your savings.
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• Here's How Long It Takes to Double Your Money in a High-Yield Savings Account
  Mar 29, 2025
  High-yield savings accounts are the best place to keep your short-term savings. Find out now how fast your money can grow.
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