Bilt Cards 2.0 review: Are they better than the original — and can you still earn points on rent?
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Bilt Cards 2.0 review: Are they better than the original — and can you still earn points on rent?

With a transition from Wells Fargo to Cardless and Column N.A. Bank, Bilt has introduced its Bilt Card 2.0 setup, featuring three new Bilt credit cards: the Bilt Blue Card (see rates & fees), Bilt Obsidian Card (see rates & fees), and Bilt Palladium Card (see rates & fees). The annual fees range from $0…

Best 6-month CD rates for August 2026: Earn up to 4.15% APY
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Best 6-month CD rates for August 2026: Earn up to 4.15% APY

Looking to grow your savings without locking your money away for years? A 6-month certificate of deposit (CD) can be the sweet spot between safety, flexibility, and a better yield on your savings than a typical savings account can offer. Our team evaluated dozens of accounts to determine the 10 best 6-month CDs available today….

Discover vs. American Express: Which issuer is right for your next credit card?
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Discover vs. American Express: Which issuer is right for your next credit card?

American Express and Discover both offer a rewarding range of credit cards — with some big differences that set them apart. American Express has a broad catalog, including cash-back cards with some of the highest earning rates available today, premium travel rewards cards, and co-branded cards with multiple airlines and hotels. Discover, on the other…

Trump Accounts explained: How they work, who qualifies
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Trump Accounts explained: How they work, who qualifies

President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduced a new savings and investing vehicle for families known as Trump Accounts. They function as a type of tax-deferred savings account for those under 18, and they come with a starter package for any U.S. citizen born between Jan. 1, 2025, and Dec. 31, 2028: a $1,000…

Want to refinance your house before the end of 2026? What you need to know.
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Want to refinance your house before the end of 2026? What you need to know.

If you’re thinking of refinancing your mortgage before the end of 2026, you don’t want to wait until the last minute. There are calculations to be made, including your target interest rate and your break-even point. Here’s what you need to know before you hit “apply.” Where are mortgage rates heading? We’ll sum it up…

Best credit cards for shopping at Target (August 2026)
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Best credit cards for shopping at Target (August 2026)

Best credit cards for Target purchases (2026) Annual fee $0 Welcome offer Earn as high as $200 cash back after spending $2,000 within the first 6 months (welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer; cash back is received as Reward Dollars, redeemable for statement credit or at amazon.com checkout) Rewards…

Buy now, pay later use is expected to rise for Amazon Prime Day: What to know
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Buy now, pay later use is expected to rise for Amazon Prime Day: What to know

If you shop online, you may have noticed an option to split purchases into multiple payments using something called buy now, pay later (BNPL). BNPL services essentially provide short-term loans, allowing you to finance purchases in four or more interest-free installments — often without fees. As Amazon’s Prime Day ramps up, BNPL services may seem…

Is buy now, pay later helping or hurting your budget?
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Is buy now, pay later helping or hurting your budget?

If you shop online, you may have noticed an option to split purchases into multiple payments using something called buy now, pay later (BNPL). BNPL services essentially provide short-term loans, allowing you to finance purchases in four or more interest-free installments — often without fees. Half of consumers planned to use BNPL as a flexible…

Worried about job security? Take these 5 steps now to protect your finances.
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Worried about job security? Take these 5 steps now to protect your finances.

For many workers, job security is top of mind amid mass layoffs from major companies. There’s never a good time to lose your job — and you may not know whether a layoff is coming. However, there are a few steps you can take now to protect your financial security in the event of the…

Want to buy a house before the end of 2026? Follow these crucial steps.
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Want to buy a house before the end of 2026? Follow these crucial steps.

Ready to buy a house before the end of 2026? Now’s the time to make a plan. Here’s a look at the current market, some key updates to how mortgage lenders view credit scores, and prep tips to help your home-buying dreams reach the closing table.  ➡ Read more: See today’s lowest mortgage rates Why…

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