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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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for Youcredit cards Pack your bags and earn rewards for traveling. We chose the best cards for airline, hotel and other perks to help you save money.
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This Might Be the Most Underrated Travel Card for SimplicityIf you travel regularly but don't want a card with a ton of hoops to jump through, here's a great solution for you.
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Best Rewards Credit CardsThe best rewards credit cards provide generous perks on everyday purchases, helping you protect your money from rising prices. Here are Kiplinger's top picks.
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Capital One Venture Rewards: Is the $95 Card Worth It?Capital One Venture Rewards offers flexible miles, travel perks and simple rewards. See what you get for the $95 annual fee and who the card suits best.
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Dave Ramsey Calls Out These 5 Money Mistakes. Are You Guilty?Debt doesn't happen overnight. Dave Ramsey points to several common habits that can make it harder to get ahead financially.
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CD Rates Are Rising. Should You Move Your Savings?While high-yield savings accounts are a smart option for savers, another type of savings account promises higher gains. Here's why you want to lock one in now.
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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 has no annual fee.
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How Much a $100K Jumbo CD Earns YouHave $100,000 in cash? These jumbo CDs offer APYs above 4%. See how much you could earn and what to consider before locking in a rate.
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Is Your Home Truly Ready for the Next Power Crisis?Rising electricity costs and grid instability are changing the game. Discover why shifting to solar is less about ROI and more about building energy independence.
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Are You an Auto Theft Target? Discover the CluesThieves seized more than 650,000 cars last year. See which models, states and behaviors draw the eyes of opportunists.
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Safest US Cities for Drivers: Is Yours on the List?A recent study found the safest US cities for drivers. Did yours make the list?
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Are High-Yield Savings Accounts Outpacing Inflation?Inflation can erode the value of your cash, but today’s top savings rates may help you keep pace. See how HYSAs, CDs and money market accounts compare.
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These Cities Have the Most Dangerous Drivers — and It Could Cost YouA new Allstate report reveals where drivers face the highest collision risk — and what that could mean for your car insurance costs.
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Why Kiplinger Readers Recommend the Capital One Venture Rewards CardIf you're looking for a travel card that offers flexible travel redemptions, ample perks and a lower annual fee, here's the favorite among Kiplinger readers.
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Audit Your Wallet: How to Spot the Hidden APR TrapKnowing your APR is a good credit habit, as it can help you devise solutions to save thousands on your debt.
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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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$40,000 CD vs $40,000 High-Yield Savings AccountIf you're looking for a safe place to store $40k, here are two smart solutions to help you reach your goals and outpace inflation.
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Why Every Driver Needs a Dash CamAccidents can happen at any time. And you can be found at fault even if you didn't cause it. This device levels the playing field and protects your finances.
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Cell Phone Prices Are Rising. Here’s How to Get More Value From the Phone You HaveIf you’re keeping your smartphone longer, protecting it could save you money on repairs and help preserve its value when you’re ready to upgrade.
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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?
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Earn Up to $1,350 With Marriott Bonvoy Cards From AmexEarn up to 150,000 bonus points with Marriott Bonvoy cards from American Express, plus a free night.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates: September 2026Skip the monthly fees and earn up to 4.20% APY with these high-yield savings accounts.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts — September 2026Kiplinger has found high-yield savings accounts offering rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.
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Best Money Market Accounts — September 2026Savings Money market accounts offer the flexibility of checking accounts while helping you earn up to 4% APY.
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