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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Savings Calculator: If You Saved $5K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have NowTools 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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How Capital One Venture X's Travel Perks Make the Fee Worth ItTravel 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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$100 Fee Turning Away Visitors from National ParksDiscover how the new $100 fee will impact your experience visiting 11 of America's most popular parks.
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What to Do When You Bank Lowers Your APYWhy banks lower APYs, options you can explore when it happens and whether more rate cuts are on the horizon.
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The Best 3-Year CDs: Outpace Inflation and Earn Up to 4.05%Savings Achieve your savings goals and outpace inflation with our top 3-year CDs picks.
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How to Safely Open an Online Savings AccountOnline banks offer generous APYs that most brick-and-mortar banks can't match. If you want to make the switch to online but have been hesitant, I'll show you how to do it safely.
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What Types of Car Insurance Do You Need?These 11 types of car insurance can help cover everything from minor repairs to buying a new car. But which types do you really need?
By Sean Jackson
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How to Get Access to Airport LoungesWant a break from the hustle and bustle of airport traffic? Here are ways to get access to airport lounges.
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How Much a $100K Jumbo CD Earns YouYou might be surprised at how fast a jumbo CD helps you reach your goals.
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Where to Store Your Cash in 2026Set yourself up for success with these strategies.
By Sean Jackson
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Get Three Streaming Services Ad-Free for $8American Express Platinum cardholders can use their streaming perks to score this ad-free deal for only $8 per month. Here's how.
By Sean Jackson
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Car Insurance Rates Are Rising Fastest in These StatesCar 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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Smart Money Moves Savers Should Make in 2026Sponsored by Physicians Mutual
These steps will get you on the road to achieving your 2026 savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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Could Trump Accounts be the Best College Savings Option?We compare Trump Accounts to other college savings options.
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The Best Walmart Cyber Monday Deals 2025Walmart's Cyber Monday deals are here. Here are our top picks.
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Snowbirds: Avoid These 3 Sneaky Insurance IssuesBefore snowbirds depart for their winter retreat, they should check their insurance coverage for surprises that might arise, or else be on the hook for repairs.
By Sean Jackson
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Paramount+ Black Friday Deal Just $2.99 A MonthChoose Paramount+ Premium or the Paramount+ Essential plan for $2.99 for two months, available from November 25 through December 2.
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The 'Soft' Banking Trend That Could Transform Your SavingsThe "soft switching" banking trend allows you to explore a new bank account while keeping your primary one. See how it could benefit you.
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10 Areas With the Highest Energy BillsEnergy prices keep rising. Discover the reasons behind the hikes, the areas most affected and how you can save on energy costs.
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Deck the Halls with Hazards: How Festive Fails Can Fatten Your Insurance FeesHaving people over this holiday season? Before opening the door to guests, here are some perils to prepare for in advance.
By Sean Jackson
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High-Yield Savings Accounts vs No-Penalty CDs: Which is the Best Fit for You?Discover which option can help you reach your savings goals quickly.
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I Inherited $50,000, and My Retirement is Already Fully Funded. Where's the Best Place to Store It for Maximum Growth?These savings solutions can help you maximize returns without the risk.
By Sean Jackson
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Is Mint Mobile's Home Internet a Game-Changer or Just Another Option?Sponsored
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 CostThe Fed recently cut rates. Here's where to maximize your savings while rates remain higher.
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