
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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After the Fed Meeting, Seven High-Yield Savings Accounts Worth Your While
The Fed cut rates again at its October meeting. While it lowers APYs on savings accounts, these high-yield options still provide excellent returns.
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Is Mint Mobile's Home Internet a Game-Changer or Just Another Option?
Mint Mobile recently unveiled its new home internet service. We break down how it works so you can determine if it's a great value for your needs.
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Where You Choose to Stash $100k Now Comes with a Big Opportunity Cost
The Fed recently cut rates. Here's where to maximize your savings while rates remain higher.
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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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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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You'll Kick Yourself in the Fall if You Don't Make This Savings Move Now
The Fed will cut rates for a second time when it meets this week. Does a long-term CD provide enough of a return to weather this cut?
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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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Smart Places to Deposit Your Social Security Check
If you receive Social Security checks, where you deposit them matters because it can help grow your earnings. See the best options.
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From Camping to Boating: Here's How to Stay Connected Off-Grid
There's nothing quite like the peace of off-road adventures. However, ensure you have a stable connection in case you need it.
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How to Protect Your Home From Keyless Break-ins
While smart locks enhance home security, skilled intruders may bypass them. Here's how to strengthen your defenses.
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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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Here's How to Get the Disney Plus, Hulu, Max Bundle for $5
American Express Platinum cardholders can use their streaming perks to score this ad-free deal for only $5 per month. Here's how.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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