
Sean Jackson
Sean is a veteran personal finance writer, with over 10 years of experience. He's written savings, insurance and debt management eBooks for nonprofits; he's created helpful insurance, travel and homeowner advice for Bankrate, and helped readers save money on energy costs and credit cards with CNET. He also served as an editorial consultant for ZDNet, where he guided readers to the best deals on everyday tech, the best credit cards for travel rewards and tips to keep your home internet safe.
Along with personal finance content, he's won a regional ad award for one of his podcast ads and had a short story published in a Max Lucado anthology.
Latest articles by Sean Jackson
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This Is the Best T-Mobile Deal for Seniors
If you're looking to save money on your cell service, consider this T-Mobile deal for seniors.
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10 Cities Hardest Hit By Inflation
Was your city hit harder by inflation? Here are the 10 cities where residents saw prices rise the highest.
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For Savers Who Hate Surprises, This Strategy Delivers
This approach gives you peace of mind, regardless of whether rate cuts happen.
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Best Cash Back Credit Cards of 2025
Credit Cards If you're searching for a credit card that rewards you for everyday purchases, we've chosen the best.
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Earn A Disney Bundle Discount With The Blue Cash Everyday® Card
The Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express offers you cash back rewards on streaming, grocery and dining. Best of all, the card offers no annual fee.
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Here's How to Get Disney Plus, Hulu and ESPN Plus for $6.99 per month
This tip allows you to enjoy three streaming services from Disney Plus for less than the price of one.
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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of August 2025
Our high-yield savings account picks earn you rates as high as 4.35%, helping you outpace inflation and grow your savings quicker.
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Japan Tariffs: 5 Things That Might Get More Expensive for You
President Donald Trump's trade agreement with Japan features a 15% reciprocal tariff for all imported products, which could impact the prices of these items when you shop.
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How Does the 10-Year Treasury Yield Affect Mortgage Rates?
Where the 10-year Treasury yield goes, so do mortgage rates. Learn why they're connected and how it impacts homebuyers.
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates: Lock in Rates Over 4%
If you're searching for the best no-penalty CD rates, these top finds earn you returns as high as 4.45%.
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Best Money Market Accounts - August 2025
Savings A money market account allows you to earn a rate outpacing inflation, with quick access to your cash if you need it. See our top choices.
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings The best CD rates earn you up to 4.50%, allowing you to outpace inflation and reach your savings goal fast. See our top picks.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Are you looking for the best no-fee high-yield savings rates? Our top picks earn you 4.35%.
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Earn Up to $1,295 With Marriott Bonvoy Cards From Amex
Get up to 185,000 bonus points with Marriott Bonvoy cards from American Express, plus a free night.
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How T-Mobile's International Perks Compare to Other Providers
T-Mobile offers travel perks on certain plans. Are the plans worth the price compared to other options?
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Where to Put Your Savings Before Rate Cuts Hit
Savers can still access higher savings rates. However, with inflation rising and potential rate cuts looming, you have a tighter window to capitalize.
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Are You an Auto Theft Target? Discover the Clues
Thieves seized more than 850,000 cars last year. See which models, states and behaviors draw the eyes of opportunists.
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You'll Kick Yourself in the Fall if You Don't Make This Savings Move Now
Inflation will likely prevent the Fed from cutting rates until the fall. However, does a long-term CD provide enough of a return to outpace climbing prices?
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Dave Ramsey Calls Out These 5 Money Mistakes. Are You Guilty?
Your debt can prevent you from reaching your financial goals. Per financial advisor Dave Ramsey, here are the common reasons keeping you in it.
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Target Discontinues a Beneficial Shopping Perk
Target's price-matching policies will soon change. See how they might affect your savings on purchases.
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Where to Store Your Cash in 2025
Take a fresh look at budgeting and savings opportunities for where to store your cash this year, to ensure you leave no stone unturned.
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Here's Why I'm Dropping Peacock After the Price Hike
Peacock announced it will raise its plan prices starting in July. Here's how much they'll charge and ways to save if you want to keep it.
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Best Rewards Credit Cards of 2025
The best rewards credit cards offer you generous perks on everyday purchases. See our top picks.
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $840 Plus a Free Ticket
Delta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 70,000 SkyMiles on three personal credit cards.
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