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.
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Latest articles by Sean Jackson
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These Cities Have the Most Dangerous Drivers — and It Could Cost YouA new list shows the cities where you're most likely to encounter collisions, making them dangerous places to drive. That factor could also raise your insurance costs.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates: April 2026If you want to achieve short-term savings goals, these are the best options to consider. Best of all, they're fee-free.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts April 2026 — Earn 4.20%High-yield savings account options Kiplinger has found that offer rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.
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Maryland Set to Ban This 'Predatory' Shopping TacticMaryland is set to become the first state to ban surveillance pricing. Here's what to know about it.
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The Secret Psychological Hack I Used to Save MoreHere's a simple way to make your money work smarter for you.
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I Wouldn't Use These Types of CD Accounts Right NowThe good news is you can earn over 4% on many CDs. However, there are 3 types of CDs I wouldn’t currently recommend.
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Near Retirement? Jumbo CDs Can Protect and Grow Your Cash FastIf you're looking for a less risky option as you approach retirement, learn how much a jumbo CD can earn you in a short time.
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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for Youcredit cards Pack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
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How Much Would the Smokey and the Bandit Run Cost Today?See if the caper is worth today's gas prices in a Trans Am vs a modern car.
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Got a $10k Tax Refund? Here's What You Can Do With ItHere's a solution that benefits both of you.
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How to Watch The Masters for LessIf you plan to watch The Masters and are looking for ways to save, we'll show you several options.
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Smart Transportation Alternatives for Seniors to Avoid Rising Gas PricesWith gas prices averaging more than $4 per gallon, small changes can lead to big savings.
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Best Money Market Accounts — April 2026Savings Money market accounts offer the flexibility of checking accounts while helping you earn up to 4.00% APY.
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How to Watch the March Madness Final Four Without CableLearn how to stream the March Madness Final Four live, including channels, apps and the best ways to watch without cable.
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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $1,200 Plus a Free TicketDelta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 100,000 SkyMiles on three personal credit cards.
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Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion TicketsWe’ve rounded up the two best airline credit card bonuses worth up to $720 to help you rack up miles, earn a companion pass and pay for your next big vacation.
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction FeesEnjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
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$3,000 to $5,000 Amex Card Intro OfferYou may be eligible for as high as 300,000 Membership Rewards® Points after spending $20,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 3 months of Membership.
By Sean Jackson
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Money Market Accounts vs No-Penalty CDs: Which Is Best?Explore how both these options can help you reach your savings goals and when to use each.
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The Best Savings Accounts for Retirees to Maximize CashFor retirees seeking less risky savings options, here are a few recommendations based on your preferences.
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See Our Best Jumbo CD RatesThe best jumbo CD rates can yield returns of up to 4.35%. See our top choices.
By Sean Jackson
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The Best No-Penalty CD Rates: February 2026No-penalty CDs provide a high return while giving you the flexibility to access your cash whenever needed. Check out Kiplinger's top choices.
By Sean Jackson
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The Best 5-Year CD Rates NowThe top 5-year CD rates offer up to 4.10%, surpassing inflation and helping investors reach long-term savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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The Hidden Culprit Adding $1,000 to Electric BillsLearn how this factor could raise your energy bill by over a $1,000 annually.
By Sean Jackson
