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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Modern Scams are Getting Harder to Spot. Here's What to DoBad-faith actors use social media and AI to create targeted messaging scams. Learn their tricks and how to keep yourself from becoming a victim.
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How to Decide Between a Money Market Account vs High-Yield Savings AccountDebating on where to save your money? Two options include a high-yield savings account or a money market account. Discover which option offers you the right fit.
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Is Your Company Missing Out on This 35% Airline Points Rebate?We'll show you a unique way to save on flights and which businesses will benefit the most.
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Get Amazon Music Unlimited Free for 1 Month — With Audible IncludedNew customers can enjoy a free one-month trial of Amazon Music Unlimited. Along with ad-free music, also enjoy audiobooks from Audible.
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The Best Short-Term CD for Your Cash in 2026This strategy can help you earn thousands in months.
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Are You Making These Savings Mistakes?Avoiding these common mistakes can help you build a foundation of wealth while not leaving thousands of dollars on the table.
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Earn up to a $1,500 Capital One Business Card Intro OfferEarn 150,000 bonus miles once you spend $30,000 in the first 3 months from account opening
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Where's the Best Place to Save for a House Down Payment?Learn how timing matters when it comes to choosing the right account.
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Earn A Disney Bundle Discount With The Blue Cash Everyday® CardThe Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express offers you cash back rewards on streaming, grocery and dining. Best of all, the card offers no annual fee.
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Save on Your Grocery Shop by Maximizing Credit Card RewardsWith grocery bills continuing to rise, maximizing your cash back rewards can be a smart way to save. Here are some credit cards to consider.
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How to Budget as a Couple Without FightingThese tips will help you get on the same page to achieve your financial goals, with minimal drama.
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Premium Rewards Cards: More Perks, Higher FeesSome issuers are hiking the annual fee on their flagship luxury credit cards by hundreds of dollars. Are they still worth using?
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Here’s How to Stream the Super Bowl for LessWe'll show you the least expensive ways to stream football's biggest event.
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4 Psychological Tricks to Save More in 2026Psychology and money are linked. Learn how you can use this to help you save more throughout 2026.
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Hilton Honors Bonus Offer Worth $780Earn 130,000 Hilton Honors bonus points with the American Express Surpass Card.
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Sam's Club Extends A Popular Shopping PerkSam'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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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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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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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.
By Sean Jackson
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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 Stash Your Cash to Outpace Inflation NowSet yourself up for success with these strategies.
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