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You need your emergency fund to cover a period of unemployment. Read on to see why you may need to increase your savings.

I bonds offer a decent rate of return, given that they're virtually risk-free. But read on to see why a CD may be a better bet right now.

If your CD doesn't offer daily compounding, you're missing out on a chance to earn more money. Find out why this feature matters.

When you're retired, your savings needs to last you the rest of your life. Learn about the safest places you can put your money to make that happen.

While most CDs offer rates around 5.00%, there's one CD on offer right now paying a much higher rate. Here's what you'd need to do to get that rate.

CD rates are high right now, but this won't last forever. Find out if you should lock in a high rate for your emergency fund by putting it into a CD.

You can open a CD paying well above 5.00% right now. Keep reading to learn why a CD might not be right for you.

It pays to choose the right bank account for your savings. Discover why you may want to put your emergency fund in a high-yield savings account instead of a CD.

CDs are red hot right now. Here's how to choose between multiple options from multiple banks.

If you're paying extra on your mortgage, or thinking about doing so, CDs might be worth considering instead. Read on to learn why.

Some checking account features are worth your time, and others are just gimmicks. Learn how to tell which is which.

The Fed just voted to keep interest rates steady. Read on to see why that might benefit you.

CDs continue to pay out at generous rates in May 2024. Find out how to make CDs work even harder for you this month.

A CD ladder is a great place to keep money you don't want in the market. Find out why it's ideal for retirees who need generous returns, but accessible cash.

The Fed just made an announcement on interest rates. Read on to see why it should prompt you to open a CD.

This important decision affects how long your money will last. Here's how to decide how much you should keep in savings in retirement.

The yield from inflation-protected savings bonds just got lower. But keep reading to learn the rest of the story.

CDs can be a great place to put your money, but there are a few drawbacks. Read on to find out a few common pitfalls investors should look out for.

If you want to take advantage of today's high CD rates, building a CD ladder could be the way to go. Learn why this strategy makes sense for beginners.

CDs are a great way to grow your wealth, but it can be tough to know which to choose. Here are three CD perks that could make a difference for you.

CDs are paying 5.00% right now, but you could earn 10% via another investment. Find out why you may still want a CD anyway.

CDs can be a great investment only in some circumstances. Read on to learn when to avoid CDs.

It's possible to overfund your savings account, and it causes more issues than you may realize. Check out the unexpected downsides of doing this.

This writer doesn't skimp on emergency savings. Read on to see why.

Checking accounts replace cash in wallets. Here's where to find the best checking accounts for high school teens.