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We Compared Chase Sapphire Reserve vs. Amex Platinum in 2026. Here's the Honest Verdict
The Chase Sapphire Reserve and Amex Platinum have both been top travel cards for years. Here's how they stack up in 2026 -- and which one I'd actually pick.
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Already Have the Amex Platinum? Here's the Card to Get Next
The Amex Platinum covers a lot of ground, rewards-wise. But what's its ideal sidekick? Here's my pick -- plus a great runner-up.
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Here's the Easiest Way to Hit Pause on Credit Card Debt
Carrying a credit card balance at 20% APR or higher? Here's the easiest way to get some breathing room -- and pay it off interest-free over nearly two years.
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The 3 Best Cards for People Who Hate Tracking Categories in 2026
Flat-rate cash back cards skip the category tracking and can easily out-earn most rewards programs for everyday spenders. Here are my top three picks.
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Best CD Rates This Week, May 18, 2026: The Fed Just Got a New Boss -- Here's What That Means for Your Savings
The Fed cut rates a total of three times in 2025, but this week's top CDs still offer yields as high as 4.17% APY. Secure a solid return while they last.
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Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, May 18, 2026: Make Every Payment Count
These balance transfer cards offer 0% intro APR for up to two years, no annual fee, and room to finally get ahead.
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Average Savings Account Interest Rate in May 2026
The national average savings account interest rate is 0.38% APY as of May 2026, per FDIC data. See how rates have changed and where to find a better rate.
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The Average Checking Account Interest Rate in May 2026
The national average checking account interest rate is 0.07% APY as of May 2026, per FDIC data. See how rates compare and where to find a better rate.
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2026 Cryptocurrency Investor Trends Survey: Ownership Plateaus Despite Record Bitcoin Price
22% of Americans own crypto, according to Motley Fool Money's new survey on crypto ownership, sentiment, and what would make skeptics invest.
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The Average House Price by State in 2026
The median house price in the United States as of the first quarter of 2026 is $403,200. See how states compare here.
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Average Credit Card Debt in America
Credit card debt totaled $1.28 trillion as of the fourth quarter of 2025. Read on for more credit card debt statistics and trends.
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Average American Household Debt in 2026: Facts and Figures
American households carry more than $18 trillion in debt, and the average household debt is $105,056. Read on for more household debt statistics.
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The AI Boom Runs Into an Unexpected Headwind
May. 18, 2026
The market is buying everything AI related, but that love doesn’t extend to this year’s college graduates or the localities seeing data centers go up. …
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The Power of Thinking Inside the Box
May. 17, 2026
Why does having too much freedom often lead to business failures? How do strict boundaries drive innovation at companies like Pixar and Apple? How can …
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A Free Social Security Analysis Tool, and the Yield on the S&P 500 Hits an All-Time Low
May. 16, 2026
he age at which you file for Social Security will be one of the most important retirement-related decisions you’ll make. Robert Brokamp discusses the pros …
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Our Pulse On the Stock Market Today
May. 15, 2026
A look back on what we learned from earnings season, what is hot (and what is not) in the market, and a debate over whether …
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AI Is Supplying Blowout Earnings…Again
May. 14, 2026
If you’re making a list of the companies delivering better-than-expected earnings results this quarter, then add Cisco and Lumentum to the list. Spending on data …
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The Market Just Got a Huge Warning Sign
May. 13, 2026
Costs are going up for consumers and producers, which may not be a trend that stops anytime soon. We discuss what’s driving the increases and …
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With that in mind, it might not be surprising that over half of our respondents had maxed out a credit card. The only group that saw a number under 50% was those with a self-reported net worth of $5 to $10 million.Jack Caporal, Research Director
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