The Ascent Articles

High CD yields could mean a higher tax bill. Find out whether the potential tax savings makes a Roth IRA the right place for holding CDs.

Shrinkflation is a popular strategy for small businesses to manage inflation without raising prices. See why small business owners are using shrinkflation.

Costco has built its reputation on the strength of its Kirkland brand. Learn how product changes have made one item hard to use.

Are you thinking about using "shrinkflation" for your small business? See which product categories are shrinking -- and why it can be a bad strategy.

The rate on your mortgage can spell the difference between an affordable balance or not. Read on to learn more.

CDs can be a good investment choice. Read on to learn the most popular reasons investors choose them.

Choosing between a hybrid car and EV doesn't have to be tough. See which types of drivers are a good fit for hybrids vs. electric vehicles.

Is an adjustable-rate mortgage right for you? Read to see why it may or may not be.

Regularly flying with basic economy tickets could offer big savings. Read on for a major drawback to consider.

Costco's return policy is famously lax, but even Costco has its limits. See what items fall under these exceptions.

Want to save money on gas and get a better deal on buying a car? See how much you can save with a hybrid car -- and how to get EV tax credits.

If you're a typical Gen Xer, see how much you need to save today to retire in 15 years. (It might be less than you think.)

Many investors are interested in CDs right now. Read on to find out why other options might be better.

Don't upgrade because the cashier asks you -- do it to get 2% back on your trip to Paris. See why a Costco Executive membership is good for travelers.

Are you shopping for a new car in 2024? See how to decide between EVs vs. hybrid cars -- and learn why hybrids can be a better deal for your budget.

One of Capital One's top travel cards is running an excellent welcome offer right now. See which card it is and how much you could earn back with it.

A Costco membership isn't right for everyone. Here's how to figure out if you should spend the money on one.

Chase recently increased the welcome offer on one of its best credit cards. Find out which Chase card is now offering over $1,000 worth of bonus points.

A credit card can be an asset to your small business's finances. But read on for a few pesky fees that are best avoided.

Eating well can come at a cost. Read on to see how you can minimize the amount you spend on healthy food items.

Navy Federal Credit Union is offering 40,000 welcome bonus points (worth $400) on its Visa Signature® Flagship Rewards Credit Card. Learn more here.

The Amex Platinum card is an expensive card, but it has tons of perks and a terrific sign-up bonus. Here's what you need to know.

Want to earn 75,000 bonus points from Chase Sapphire? See how to rack up the minimum required spending -- without breaking the bank.

The Amex Hilton Surpass is a great hotel card that's loaded with benefits. Explore a few of its high-value perks that fly under the radar.

United credit cards are a good choice if you're a frequent flyer with the airline. Check out one that's currently offering $500 worth of miles for new cardholders.