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July 25, 2024 | By Lyle Daly
3 Reasons I'll Pick a Savings Account Over a CD Any Day
CDs are paying impressive rates, but I'm not interested. See why I prefer keeping my money in a savings account to find out if you should do the same.
July 25, 2024 | By Lyle Daly
4 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make With Your Checking Account
Checking accounts are perfect for paying bills and managing your money. Just make sure to avoid these costly checking account mistakes.
July 25, 2024 | By Lyle Daly
4 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make With Your Savings Account
Lots of people make costly mistakes with their savings accounts. Check out the biggest and most common mistakes so you know what not to do.
July 25, 2024 | By Steven Porrello
Ranked: The Safest Banks in America
The safest banks in America have large assets and security measures to protect against cyberattacks. Find out which banks rank high for safety.
July 25, 2024 | By Cole Tretheway
Avoid These Common Mistakes When Choosing a Safe Bank for Your Money
Skip the fees and keep things simple. Find out how to avoid common mistakes when picking banks.
July 24, 2024 | By Ashley Maready
Hands Down, This Is My Favorite High-Yield Savings Account Feature
High-yield savings accounts pay real money on your saved cash -- but they also have other excellent benefits. Read on to learn one writer's top HYSA feature.
July 24, 2024 | By Steven Porrello
Act Fast to Get a $540 Bonus on This Free Checking Account
Laurel Road is offering up to $540 on a Loyalty Checking account, plus $10 monthly when you meet requirements. Find out how to earn this amazing offer.
July 24, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®
Limited-Time Offer: This 9-Month CD Pays 5.10%
Discover is offering a CD with one of the best rates we've found. But you need to act quickly. Find out the details.
July 22, 2024 | By Steven Porrello
3 Surprising Reasons Barclays Bank Has the Best CDs Right Now
Barclays Online CDs have competitive rates, no minimums, and several terms to choose from. Find out if it's the right CD provider for your savings.
July 20, 2024 | By Cole Tretheway
Here's What Happens When You Bank With One of the Safest Financial Institutions
The safest financial institutions are extremely stable. Find out how they can keep your money more secure than other banks.
July 20, 2024 | By Kailey Hagen
Lock In Penalty-Free CD Rates of 4.00% or More With These 5 Banks Right Now
Penalty-free CDs give you the guaranteed rates without the downside of early withdrawal penalties. Here are some of the best ones available now.
July 19, 2024 | By Emma Newbery
Raisin's Mix of High APY Accounts Could Revolutionize Saving
With one login, you can access savings accounts and CDs from around 70 institutions. Find out how Raisin's platform could boost your savings balance.
July 19, 2024 | By Kailey Hagen
You Can Still Lock in a 5.00% APY CD. But Should You?
CD rates are expected to drop, but 5.00% APYs are still around. Here's how to know if you should lock one in now.
July 17, 2024 | By Ashley Maready
Choosing a New Bank? Never Overlook These Features of the Safest Banks
Keeping your money secure should be a top priority when you're picking a bank. Read on for the most crucial benefits to look for.
July 17, 2024 | By Ashley Maready
How Much Will $5,000 Make You in a High-Yield Savings Account?
$5,000 is a solid chunk of savings -- and you deserve to earn as much interest as possible on it. Read on to see how.
July 16, 2024 | By Cole Tretheway
You Can Boost Your Savings 3.5% by Switching to These Popular CDs
July 15, 2024 | By Kailey Hagen
This Is How Much Money You Can Make With $10,000 in a High-Yield Savings Account
$10,000 is a lot of money already, but the right savings account could turn it into a lot more. Here's what you need to know.
July 15, 2024 | By Lyle Daly
How Much Should You Put Into Your Savings Account? Here's One Way to Decide
People often struggle with deciding how much to keep in a savings account. Check out one easy method you can follow to figure out the right amount.
July 14, 2024 | By Kristi Waterworth
You Can Grow Your Kid's College Fund This Year With This One Simple Trick
Looking to grow your kid's college fund without doing anything risky or involved? Well, we've got the answer for you. Read on for the details.
July 12, 2024 | By Kailey Hagen
You Only Have a Few Weeks Left to Claim This Bank Account Bonus Worth up to $500
A bank account bonus can be a great incentive to switch to a new bank. Here's one valuable offer that's expiring soon.
July 12, 2024 | By Kailey Hagen
Axos Bank Is Paying New Checking Account Customers up to $500 Until July 31. Here's How to Claim Your Bonus
The Axos Rewards Checking account is offering a lucrative bonus to new checking account customers. Here's how to get it.
July 12, 2024 | By Steven Porrello
5 Outrageously Simple Ways to Make an Extra $650 Before the End of the Year
Want to boost your savings by $650? These five tips can put that much (and more) in your pocket before the end of the year.
July 12, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®
Should You Keep Your Retirement Savings in a CD?
A CD can be a smart retirement investment in some cases. Here's what to keep in mind.
July 12, 2024 | By Lyle Daly
This Is How Much Money You Can Make With $3,000 in a CD Ladder
A CD ladder is a strategy to earn a competitive interest rate on your savings. Discover how much you could make if you invested $3,000 this way.
July 11, 2024 | By Emma Newbery
This Savings Account Pays Over 6% APY. Is It Too Good to Be True?
Some super savings accounts promise super high APYs on your first $1,000. Find out why that only makes sense for some savers.
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