
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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Savings Calculator: If You Saved $5K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Now
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this simple calculator can show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
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$40,000 CD vs $40,000 High-Yield Savings Account
Both options offer risk-free methods to grow your savings. Learn how much you can earn with each, how they differ and which one suits you best.
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Five Reasons You Shouldn't Shop Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days
Smart Buying Are Amazon Prime Big Deal Days still a good deal? We'll break it down.
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T-Mobile's Free iPhone 17 Deal: A Smart Switch or a Hidden Catch?
Receive a free iPhone 17 when you switch to T-Mobile. We'll explain whether the deal is worth it.
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I’ve Got $50,000 Burning A Hole in My Pocket. Where Do I Park It When the Fed Cuts Rates So I Don’t Lose Ground?
Why a mix of CDs can protect $50,000 from shrinking yields.
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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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Where to Put Your Savings Before Rate Cuts Hit
Savers can still access higher savings rates. However, with a rate cut looming, you have a tighter window to capitalize.
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Here's Why I'm Upgrading to the iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 is here. Learn what's new, where the best deals are and whether it's worth the switch.
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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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The Real Cost of Streaming Live Sports in 2025
Streaming your favorite team keeps getting more expensive. Here’s the true cost of sports — and how to save.
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My Savings Strategy To Generate Sizable Gains Amid Rate Cuts
The Fed meets next week and will likely cut rates. Learn how savers can stay ahead of the game even with lower returns.
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You'll Kick Yourself in the Fall if You Don't Make This Savings Move Now
The Fed meets next week and is likely to make its first rate cut of the year. Does a long-term CD provide enough of a return to weather this cut?
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Best Airline Credit Card Bonuses That Come with Free Companion Tickets
We’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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Earn Delta SkyMiles Worth up to $1,500 Plus a Free Ticket
Delta SkyMiles and American Express provide welcome offers worth up to 125,000 SkyMiles on three personal credit cards.
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Walmart Plus Members Will Soon Have Their Choice Between Two Streaming Services
Discover which streaming service is coming to the platform.
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Are High-Yield Savings Still a Winning Bet Against Inflation?
Some savings accounts give you the ability to outpace inflation, lessening its impact on your finances.
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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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Costco Offers Executive Members A New Shopping Perk
Costco executive members can utilize this shopping perk to create a more stress-free experience.
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CD vs. High-Yield Savings Account: Which is better?
Deciding between a CD vs. high-yield savings account? Here's how to choose based on your savings goals.
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What Happens To Mortgage and Savings Rates If Trump Fires Federal Reserve Governors?
The President has backed off on firing Powell. Instead, he recently announced he fired Fed Gov Lisa Cook.
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Rideshare Drivers Could Lose Thousands By Overlooking This
Being a rideshare driver can be a great way to meet people and make money. But overlooking this one thing could cost you thousands.
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Car Insurance Rates Are Rising Fastest in These States
Car insurance rates are on the rise everywhere, but it's worse in some states than others. Does your state have the cheapest or most expensive premiums?
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Here's How Much Travel Cards Can Save You on a $10,000 Trip
Travel credit cards can help you save on your trips while offering elevated perks.
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Is a CD a Smart Money Move Amid Potential Rate Cuts?
Knowing what's coming can help savers prepare and maximize returns.
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