
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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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025: National Banks
Readers' Choice Awards In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated financial providers. Find out which national banks came out on top.
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2025: Internet Banks
Readers' Choice Awards In our 2025 Readers' Choice Awards survey, readers evaluated financial providers. Find out which internet banks came out on top.
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Peacock Deal: Get a Year of Streaming for Only $24.99
Peacock is offering 60% off its Premium plan through May 30. Use promo code SPRINGSAVINGS to get a full year of streaming for just $24.99.
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A Smart Way to Combat Economic Rollercoasters
Savings With rates on CDs remaining high for now, a CD ladder allows you to maximize your returns with flexibility to your cash when you need it.
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How Capital One Venture X's Travel Perks Make the Fee Worth It
Travel Cards Travel cards, like the Capital One Venture X come with a sizable annual fee. Here are four ways to offset it.
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Is ESPN’s New Streaming Service Worth It?
ESPN will release its standalone streaming service this fall for $29.99 per month for one year. Is it worth the cost? We'll break it down.
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5 Quick Tips To Reduce Electric Bills As Prices Surge
Electric bills surge in the summer as the weather and demand heat up. Employ these tips to lower costs.
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6 Luxury Cars With Few Recalls This Past Decade
Luxury Cars Recalls help keep drivers safe, but too many can signal reliability problems and cause buyer’s remorse. Here are the most reliable luxury rides.
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Sugar Rush: Kentucky Boy Orders $4,000 in Lollipops from Mom's Phone
A Kentucky mom was surprised to find her son ordered 70,000 lollipops from Amazon. Here's how to ensure a similar oopsie doesn't happen to you.
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Prepping for Power Outages: How to Keep Comfortable Amid Strong Storms
Power outages happen at any time. Use these tips to keep comfortable when they occur.
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Does Your State Make it Easier to Save Money?
The state you live in can influence how well you're able to save money. See which states make saving easier.
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Amazon Haul Considered Displaying Tariff Charges on Some Products
How much will tariffs increase Amazon's prices?
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Earn a Discount to The Cultivist With Capital One Venture X
Tour some of the world's top art museums for less when you use your Capital One Venture X card to score a 50% discount to The Cultivist.
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Starbucks 2025 Dress Code Changes: See the New Look
The 2025 Starbucks dress code change features a uniformed look as part of creating a more familiar and friendly cafe experience.
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Sam's Club Plans Aggressive Expansion: Discover Its New Locations
Sam's Club expansion plans will open up to 15 new stores each year. Learn where they plan to open in 2025.
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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 the House's Vote to Repeal CFPB Bank Overdraft Fees Cap Means For You
The Senate and House voted to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's cap on bank overdraft fees. Here's what you need to know.
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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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Get Amazon Music Unlimited Free for 3 Months With Audible Included
Deal New customers can try out Amazon Music Unlimited free for three months. Along with ad-free music, enjoy audio books from Audible.
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The Best One-Year CD if You'll Owe Taxes Next Year
A one-year CD allows you to set money aside now for taxes you'll owe next year. We'll show our best choice.
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How to Lower Home Insurance Rates When Climate Change Increases Costs
A top insurer warns the damage climate change causes is making it cost-prohibitive for insurers in some areas. Learn how to protect your home and lower costs.
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3 Ways to Stream The Masters and Save Money
If you plan to stream The Masters and are looking for ways to save, we'll show you several options.
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Lowe's Stores Closing All Locations for 24 Hours: When and Why
Lowe's will close all of its retail locations and contact center for one day in April.
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Here’s How to Stream Men's March Madness for Less
The national championship game is tonight. See how to stream it for free.
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