Holly Johnson is a credit card expert, award-winning writer, and mother of two who is obsessed with frugality, budgeting, and travel. In addition to serving as contributing editor for The Simple Dollar and writing for publications such as Bankrate, U.S. News and World Report Travel, and Travel Pulse, Johnson owns Club Thrifty and is the co-author of "Zero Down Your Debt: Reclaim Your Income and Build a Life You’ll Love."
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The Citi Double Cash Card offers 2% cash back with no annual fee. It's a good card for solid rewards and a simple earning structure without confusing bonus categories.
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Holly Johnson is mother to 13 and 15-year-old girls. She's willing to pay for what they need but stands firm on making them pay for what they want.
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