
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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Best 5-Year CD Rates
The best 5-year CD rates earn you up to 4.15%, outpacing inflation and helping you meet long-term savings goals.
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Best One-Year CD Rates
Savings The best 1-year CD rates help you earn returns as high as 4.15%. See our top picks.
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Top Places to Park $10K (or More) as Rates Start to Fall
With more rate cuts upcoming, here are some smart places to maximize your savings on $10,000.
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I Made Some Mistakes Buying My First Home. Here's How I'm Making Sure It Doesn't Happen Again
Home Buying Buying a home can be a complicated process. I'll show you some common mistakes we encountered and provide expert tips to help you avoid these.
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I Wouldn't Use These Types of CD Accounts Right Now
The good news is you can earn over 4% on many CDs. However, there are three types of CDs I wouldn’t currently recommend.
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings The best CD rates allow 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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The Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of October 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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Sam's Club Extends A Popular Shopping Perk
Sam's Club has adopted a new policy on Sundays and holidays. Learn what it is and how to save on a membership.
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
The best jumbo CD rates can yield returns of up to 4.35%. See our top choices.
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A Tool To Digitally Store Financial Documents
Feature If you're looking for a secure place to store your financial documents, Quicken's LifeHub offers you an easy and affordable way to do so.
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The Best 3-Year CDs of 2025
Savings Our top 3-year CDs help you achieve your savings goals while outpacing inflation.
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I Work From Home, and These are the Best Home Office Upgrades from October Prime Day and Rival Sales
Spruce up your office for less with these sales. You could also qualify for tax credits with some upgrades.
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Here's Why Walmart Deals is Better Than Amazon Prime Day
With sales for Walmart Deals and Amazon Prime Day running comparable on price, one factor separates them.
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Tax Credit Treasures: Your Amazon Prime Day Guide to Home Upgrades
There are many items for sale during Amazon Prime Day that help make your home more energy efficient and can apply towards tax credits that will expire soon.
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Savvy Savings Moves to Make Now – Or You Could Lose Thousands
Despite a rate cut and inflation, these moves can still help you reach your savings goals quickly.
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Best Money Market Accounts - October 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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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for You
credit 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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Foldable Phones: Are They the Future or Just a Passing Trend?
Foldable phones offer eye-catching design and extra screen space, but not without compromises in cost, durability, and convenience. We weigh the pros and cons.
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Earn Up to $700 With Marriott Bonvoy Cards From Amex
Get up to 100,000 bonus points with Marriott Bonvoy cards from American Express, plus a free night.
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I Have $150,000 That I Don't Need Anytime Soon, But I Don't Want to Put it in the Market. What Should I Do?
My strategy offers a guaranteed return that can earn you thousands effortlessly.
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A Nasty Surprise Awaits Snowbirds: Thousands in Unexpected Bills
Before leaving your home for the winter, remember to do this one thing, or else you might face an expensive repair bill upon return.
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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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Where to Store Your Cash in 2025
If you're looking to reach year-end savings goals, here are the top picks to achieve this.
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