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Carrying credit card debt? See why this Wells Fargo card is our top balance transfer pick for August 2026 -- plus a strong cash back alternative.
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Get 2% Cash Rewards on Purchases Across the Board: Best Cash Back Cards This Month, August 2026

This no-annual-fee card gets you 2% cash rewards on purchases, with no bells or whistles. Here's what to know, plus four other great options.
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Best Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Today, August 4, 2026

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Aug. 4, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn a Sign-Up Bonus Worth $1,000: The Best No-Annual-Fee Cards This Month, August 2026

Want solid rewards without a hefty annual fee? Check out our favorite free-to-own credit cards available this month.
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The Best Credit Card Combo for August 2026

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Aug. 3, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Cards That Offer 21 Months of 0% Intro APR in August 2026

Wells Fargo Reflect, Chase Slate, and BankAmericard all offer the same long intro APR offer. Here's how they stack up and how to pick the one for you.
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Aug. 3, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Earn a Bonus Worth $1,750+: The Best Amex Cards This Month, August 2026

If you want to earn one of the biggest welcome bonus offers out there, there's only one Amex card worth looking at. Here's what to know, plus four other favorites.
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Aug. 3, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Right Now, August 3, 2026

The July Fed meeting came and went with no change to rates. Top HYSAs continue to offer up to 4.50% APY, for now.
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Aug. 3, 2026 | By James McClenathen

Best Balance Transfer Cards This Week, Aug. 3, 2026: Up to 21 Months to Watch Your Debt Disappear

Put 21 months to work for you. These balance transfer cards offer 0% intro APR, no annual fees, and the time you need to finally get ahead on debt.
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Aug. 2, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best Credit Card for People Paying Off Debt: August 2026

Carrying a balance? This Wells Fargo card's intro APR offer could save you hundreds in interest. Here's what to know.
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Aug. 2, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The Best Grocery Credit Cards This Month, August 2026

Spending hundreds a month on at the supermarket? Here are our favorite credit cards to help you save on your next grocery run.
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Aug. 2, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Our Favorite Balance Transfer Card if You Have Excellent Credit: August 2026

A long 0% intro APR window and a low transfer fee are what set the best balance transfer cards apart for people with excellent credit.
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Aug. 2, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Earn up to $1,200: Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week, August 2, 2026

If you've got a lot of money in the bank, a new savings account can reward you with up to $1,200 in cash. Here's how to get it, plus some other great options.
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Aug. 2, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Longest 0% Intro APR Credit Cards This Week, Aug. 2, 2026: Up to 21 Months to Make Real Progress

Get up to 21 months interest-free with this week's longest 0% intro APR cards. Stop watching fees eat your payments -- make progress that actually sticks.
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Aug. 1, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

3 Top No-Annual-Fee Cards You Can Apply for Right Now: August 2026

A look at how the best no-annual-fee cards stack up on flat-rate cash back, travel points, and balance transfer value.
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4 Best Brokers for Index Funds in August 2026

Not all brokers handle index funds the same way. Here's how the leading options compare on fees, fund selection, and ease of use.
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Our Top 0% Intro APR Card of August 2026: Pay No Interest for 21 Months

Paying cash for a big expense isn't always the smart move. A 0% intro APR credit card lets you spread the cost over time and keep your savings intact.
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Aug. 1, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

3 Top Cash Back Cards You Can Apply for Right Now: August 2026

These three top cash back cards offer different ways to earn and save. So which one is right for you? Find out more.
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Aug. 1, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts Today, Aug. 1, 2026: Earn up to 4.50% APY

The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 4.50% APY after the Fed held rates steady again in July.
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Aug. 1, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Save $1,750+ on Travel: Best Credit Card Bonuses This Week, August 1, 2026

This Amex card is offering one of the biggest welcome bonus offers I've ever seen. Find out what it's worth and how to qualify.
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July 31, 2026 | By James McClenathen

I Opened 4 Credit Cards in 10 Months. Here's What Happened to My Credit Score

I earned over $3,300 in rewards, and my credit score only dropped 14 points. Here's how, and whether this strategy could work for you.
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July 31, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Forget Premium Cards. This Bank of America Card Can Get You 6% Back

This Bank of America card earns 6% cash back in a chosen category for your first year -- no annual fee required. Read on to see how it works.
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July 31, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

The Amex Platinum Welcome Bonus Offer Is Worth $1,750+. Here Are 3 Good Ways to Redeem It

Booking trips, saving with retailers, or getting a statement credit: What's the best way to use your Amex points? Here's what to know.
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July 31, 2026 | By Joel O'Leary

Don't Miss Out: The 3 Fastest Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses to Earn Right Now

A welcome offer is only as good as the spending it takes to earn. The lowest requirements matter more than the biggest dollar figure.
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July 31, 2026 | By Ryan Wilcox

Top High-Yield Savings Accounts Offering up to 4.50% APY Right Now, July 31, 2026

Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 4.50% APY -- see top rates and choose the perfect place to help your money grow faster this year.