The Ascent Articles

Flight disruptions are seemingly just a part of the travel experience these days. Check out these tips for how to handle it if this happens to you.

Love the idea of making money in your sleep? Read on for some options that could make you a whole lot richer.

There are plenty of perks to flying first class. But learn about a rarely discussed downside when you always fly this way.

Even a great credit card may not always fit your needs. Here's what happened when one writer decided to downgrade their Amex Platinum Card.

Are you losing sleep about money? You're not alone. See why Americans feel stressed about money, and learn how to shore up your personal finances.

For young home buyers, 4% mortgage rates may feel "normal," but they're not. Keep reading to learn whether you can count on them to be that low again.

Don't overpay for your next flight booking -- use online tools to find the best airfare prices. Learn about a free tool that could save you a lot of money.

Laurel Road is offering up to $540 on a Loyalty Checking account, plus $10 monthly when you meet requirements. Find out how to earn this amazing offer.

It's nice to earn extra interest on your cash in a savings account. But read on to see why putting some of your money elsewhere could be a much smarter move.

I used to always fly economy, but now I make sure to book a better seat. Check out my reasons for switching and how to afford an upgrade.

An Executive membership at Costco gives you cash back on your purchases. But read on to see why an upgraded membership may not be as great as you thought.

Worried about surviving a catastrophic event? Costco's got you covered. Read on to learn more.

Want 5% out of a CD? You'd better move quickly. Read on to see why.

Investors have an unprecedented opportunity to buy short-term CDs at yields that are higher than long-term CDs. Find out why this helps you.

Costco has some benefits Sam's Club doesn't. Read on to learn why it might be worth ditching Sam's Club for its biggest warehouse club competitor.

Discover is offering a CD with one of the best rates we've found. But you need to act quickly. Find out the details.

Most Americans don't own CDs -- and they could be missing out on the highest rates we've seen in years. Learn more about CD benefits here.

Do you want to start a side hustle that has the potential to become a full-time business? It may be possible. Check out some business ideas to explore.

Got $5,000 at your disposal? You may be surprised -- in a good way -- at how much interest that can earn you.

Costco has so many perks, it's hard to keep track of them all. Find out which five might be new to you.

It's a great time to open a CD in general. But read on to see why this writer wants to act quickly.

Tweaking how you pay your mortgage can amount to huge savings. Check out how one writer took years off their mortgage.

Dimon has some cautionary words for investors, but the news isn't all bleak. Read on to learn more.

Want to fly in business class without draining all the money from your bank account? You can book cheap premium tickets. Here are three ways to score a deal.

Love the idea of keeping money in savings? Read on to see why it might backfire on you.