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Wondering how the Capital One-Discover merger might affect your wallet? This corporate merger expert has ideas for new credit cards that could "emerge."

This flex CD has a high interest rate, but read the fine print carefully. Learn why this writer isn't opening a 12-month CD with a 5.92% APY.

The Amex Platinum Card is worth more to me than its $695 annual fee. Learn how its travel benefits have saved me big time in the past year.

There's a reason it pays to open a CD sooner rather than later. Read on to learn more.

Have you seen these big bank savings account bonuses of $200 or $525? Beware: APYs can be as low as 0.01%. Here's why the best CDs are a better deal.

The Robinhood Gold Card has the most impressive cash back rate I've seen. Here's why I'm still not going to apply for it.

CD rates are higher than they've been in years. Check out why one writer still doesn't have one.

Want to redecorate your home for spring? Costco has some great deals for you to shop. Find out how to save $300 or more on home decor buys at Costco.

Want to reap massive savings at Costco? There's one strategy it pays to employ. Learn what it is here.

It's a good time to sell a home in general. But read on for the best specific weeks of the year to move forward with a listing.

CD rates topping 5% may seem like a great deal for savers, but there are plenty of downsides to rates being so high. Here are two of them.

Want to get the best airline travel deals and experiences? Here's why you might want a premium airline credit card.

CDs are getting a lot of buzz these days, and if retirement is looming, you might wonder if they're worth checking out. Find out here.

Shopping at Costco could help you keep more money in your bank account. But not every deal is worth it. Find out which Costo deals aren't worth the cost.

If you have a cash back credit card, you can contribute more to retirement than you think. Learn how to turn your cash back into a nest egg.

Is the gas savings from a hybrid car worth the extra upfront cost to buy one? Read on to find out.

If your utility bills are a bit higher than you expected, it's time to make a change. Check out these DIY moves that can shrink your bills right away.

Even economy flights to Japan can cost thousands. Here are ways to fly in luxury for less than the cost of an economy ticket.

Looking to trade in your vehicle? Read on for ways to eke out a better offer.

Are you still running payroll with manual processes? Please stop. Here's how the best payroll software can save you thousands of dollars and infinite stress.

CDs are known for their high interest rates, but that's not all they have to offer. Discover a few more valuable perks of putting your money in a CD.

Everyone wants to get approved when they apply for a credit card. Here are a few less-discussed techniques that could make it more likely.

Want to grow your small business sales? Start by doing one simple thing: listening to your customers. Here's how.

Once you've exited the workforce, short-term financial planning becomes even more crucial. Read on to learn about how much cash you should keep.

Hybrid vehicles give drivers the best of traditional cars and EVs. Here are some of the best reasons to buy one.