Jake FitzGerald

Editorial Strategist |

Expertise

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 I've Never Opened a CD -- Even With Rates Over 4%
  Feb 16, 2025
  CDs might seem like a no-brainer investment. But you could be missing out on even bigger returns. Read on to find out more.
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• 4 Types of Credit Cards to Avoid at All Costs
  Feb 15, 2025
  Some types of credit cards don't deserve a spot in your wallet. Find out which cards you're better off steering clear of.
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• It's Time to Ditch Your Old Bank Account -- These Online Banks Offer High Rates and No Fees
  Feb 15, 2025
  Too many Americans use the "set it and forget it" approach to their bank accounts. Find out how that could be costing you thousands of …
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• 4 Reasons the Roth IRA Might Be the Best Retirement Account Ever Created
  Feb 15, 2025
  Choosing the wrong account for your retirement savings can really cost you. Find out why a Roth IRA might be your best option.
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• 4 Traits of Americans With a Perfect 850 Credit Score
  Feb 14, 2025
  Do you want to be part of the exclusive group of people with a perfect credit score? Find out exactly what it takes.
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• Here's What Happens When You Pay Your Credit Card Bill Every Week
  Feb 14, 2025
  Paying your credit card bill weekly is certainly not necessary. But it does come with some perks you might not realize. Read on to find …
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• Here's What Happens When You Only Use Credit Cards
  Feb 14, 2025
  Credit cards are incredibly useful and deserve a spot in your wallet. But only using credit cards to buy everything can be a bad choice …
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• I'm 40 Years Old With $100,000 in My 401(k). Am I on Track to Retire?
  Feb 14, 2025
  Everyone's journey to retirement looks a little different. Find out if you have enough money in the bank now.
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• Motley Fool Money's 2023 Mortgage Lender Awards
  Mar 7, 2023
  The Motley Fool's team of experts assessed numerous mortgage lenders to bring you the best in class picks. Check out the 2023 award winners here.
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• Motley Fool Money's 2023 Bank and Bank Account Awards
  Dec 14, 2023
  The Motley Fool's experts evaluated hundreds of banks to bring you the best in online savings, checking accounts, digital-only, and more. See our top 2023 …
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• Motley Fool Money's 2023 Car Insurance Awards
  Mar 7, 2023
  Our experts reviewed insurance rates, coverage areas, discounts, and more to curate a list of best-in-class car insurers. Check out the 2023 award winners here.
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• Motley Fool Money's 2023 Personal Loan Awards
  Oct 1, 2024
  We crunched the numbers and evaluated several personal loan lenders to find the top winners for 2023. Check out our list of award winners here.
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• Motley Fool Money's 2023 Stock Broker and Robo-Advisor Awards
  Mar 7, 2023
  Our team of experts evaluated numerous investing and trading platforms to find the best stock brokers and robo-advisors. Check out our 2023 award winners here.
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• Here's What Happens When Your Credit Score Reaches 850
  Feb 9, 2025
  Having a perfect credit score sounds really cool, but it's not all it's cracked up to be. Find out what having an 850 score can …
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• Here's Why Your Checking Account Should Have as Little Money as Possible
  Feb 9, 2025
  Checking accounts earn very little interest. Find out where to put your cash so it can earn more money for you.
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• Banks Won't Tell You This: Why You Shouldn't Keep an Extra $10K in Your Checking Account
  Feb 8, 2025
  Having more cash than you need in a checking account might make you feel financially secure. But find out how you could be missing out …
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• 5 Little-Known Tricks to Upgrade to Business Class Without Paying Full Price
  Feb 8, 2025
  Flying business class doesn't have to break the bank. Find out the best tips to score discounted or even free upgrades.
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• Could Tariffs Push Interest Rates Higher? Here's What It Means for Your Wallet
  Feb 7, 2025
  Tariffs don't directly cause interest rates to rise, but they might be part of the recipe. Learn if rates will go up, and what you …
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• Here's What Really Happens When You Withdraw $10,000 From Your Bank Account
  Feb 7, 2025
  A $10,000 bank transaction triggers the government to automatically look into it. Learn what actually happens.
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• How Much Money Should You Keep in Your Checking Account? The Answer Might Surprise You
  Feb 4, 2025
  Pretty much everyone has a checking account, but most people don't know how much money to keep in theirs. Find out the sweet spot.
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• 4 Signs You Should Skip CDs Despite the 4% Rates
  Feb 4, 2025
  CDs are a useful financial tool to lock in a set return -- but they're not for everyone. Learn if CDs are right for you …
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• The Bank Account Hack That Could Save You Hundreds Every Year
  Feb 3, 2025
  You could be losing hundreds of dollars a year just due to the savings account you're using. Learn the one move you can make to …
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• The 4 Biggest Credit Card Mistakes That Are Costing You Money
  Feb 2, 2025
  Credit cards can be useful financial tools. But if you're not using them properly, they can cost you money. Find out how to avoid that …
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• How Many Credit Cards Should You Have?
  Jan 31, 2025
  There is no perfect number of credit cards for everyone. Find out how having multiple cards can earn you more rewards on your everyday spending.
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• Saving for Retirement? Don't Make These 5 Huge Mistakes
  Jan 31, 2025
  Everyone needs to save for retirement. Be sure you're not making any of these mistakes that will cost you later in life.
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