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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10 Cities Hardest Hit By InflationWas 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 CheckIf you receive Social Security checks, where you deposit them matters because it can help grow your earnings. See the best options.
By Sean Jackson
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From Camping to Boating: Here's How to Stay Connected Off-GridSponsored
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-insWhile 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 CluesThieves seized more than 850,000 cars last year. See which models, states and behaviors draw the eyes of opportunists.
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Top Places to Park $10K (or More) as Rates Start to FallWith 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 AgainHome 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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A Tool To Digitally Store Financial DocumentsFeature 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 SalesSpruce 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 DayWith 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 UpgradesThere 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 ThousandsDespite 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 BillsBefore 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 2025If you're looking to reach year-end savings goals, here are the top picks to achieve this.
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$40,000 CD vs $40,000 High-Yield Savings AccountBoth 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 DaysSmart 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?Sponsored
Receive a free iPhone 17 when you switch to T-Mobile. We'll explain whether the deal is worth it.
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Where to Put Your Savings Before Rate Cuts HitSavers 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 17The iPhone 17 is here. Learn what's new, where the best deals are and whether it's worth the switch.
By Sean Jackson
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The Real Cost of Streaming Live Sports in 2025Streaming your favorite team keeps getting more expensive. Here’s the true cost of sports — and how to save.
By Sean Jackson
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My Savings Strategy To Generate Sizable Gains Amid Rate CutsThe Fed meets next week and will likely cut rates. Learn how savers can stay ahead of the game even with lower returns.
By Sean Jackson
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Walmart Plus Members Will Soon Have Their Choice Between Two Streaming ServicesDiscover which streaming service is coming to the platform.
By Sean Jackson
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Costco Offers Executive Members A New Shopping PerkCostco executive members can utilize this shopping perk to create a more stress-free experience.
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