The Ascent Articles

Want to make serious cash from your side hustle? See how to maximize your small business marketing (and profit) for every hour of side hustling.

Premium travel cards are often recommended for frequent travelers. Find out about the biggest downside of this type of card before you get one.

Costco puts an upcharge on online orders. But so does Instacart. Here's how it breaks down.

Today's best 6-month CDs have incredible rates. Before you start counting your plunder, make sure you avoid this common math mistake.

Most travel credit cards give you lots of ways to use your rewards, but they aren't all a good deal. Here are the ones you should avoid.

There are many ways $5,000 can improve your finances. Read on to find out some of the best places to put it right now.

Can't decide what to get at Costco this week? Check out this writer's five personal favorites at his local warehouse.

Avoid overspending on food by shopping at low-cost retailers like Aldi. The grocer will offer additional discounts on hundreds of select items. Learn more.

Chime may owe money to customers who closed Chime accounts. Find out whether you qualify for this payout.

Closing a CD early usually brings penalties, but sometimes it makes sense. Here's what you need to know to decide what you should do.

Weekend side hustles can be a great way to earn cash. Read on to find out why they don't always need to be profitable.

Are you a busy gig worker with credit card woes? You're not alone. Here are some common issues and ways to overcome them.

The right airline card can allow you to access airport lounges, and more. Learn more here about how to get a first class experience for less.

May is an ideal time to buy a CD, for a few key reasons. Read on to learn more about why you may want to take action now.

Want to get the best deal from travel rewards credit cards? See how to earn more than $2,000 of travel rewards from a Chase Trifecta.

Are you a freelancer? See if you're getting paid what you're worth. A new survey from OnDeck unveils the freelance gender pay gap.

It might seem counterintuitive to pay an annual fee to use a credit card. Read on to see how annual fee cards can actually make financial sense.

Using your Costco membership to get a deal on gift cards is smart. Don't miss out on lesser-known gift card offers at Costco. Check out these gift card deals.

A Sam's Club membership could help you save money on essentials. But, for some shoppers, it's not always worth paying for another year. Find out why.

Seniors are most interested in cash back perks. Read on to learn about two other credit card benefits you should consider.

Have you dreamed of being a digital nomad and working from anywhere around the world? Learn how credit cards can help make it happen.

If you fly with Delta often, you may be interested in earning Medallion Status. Learn how you could speed up the process with the right Delta credit card.

Thinking of becoming a Costco member? Don't miss this unique offer, available to eligible new members. Find out how to earn a $20 digital Costco Shop Card.

The Citi Double Cash and the Wells Fargo Active Cash both have excellent cash rewards programs. Check out this comparison to see which one you should get.

Want to fly in business class without going broke? There are affordable ways to score a business-class ticket. Here are three ways to fly in style for less.