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CDs are just one of many available savings and investment vehicles. Find out how to decide what makes the most sense for your money.

This writer shops at Costco regularly for the low prices. Read on to see which items she refuses to buy at a regular supermarket.

You could earn between $500 and $4,700 in interest with $20,000 in savings. Learn more about today's best CDs and savings accounts.

Like the idea of tax breaks when saving for retirement? Read on to learn about one account you should be contributing to if you're eligible.

It can be tough to determine how much money to keep in your checking account. Keep reading to zero in on how much you should aim for.

Costco is known for its low prices. Read on to see how this writer just put dinner on the table for $10.

Love extra money? Here's how to get some in your brokerage account.

CDs offer stability, while HYSAs are more accessible. Read on to learn which option makes the most sense right now, and why you should open it ASAP.

Saving money on groceries is a big reason to join Costco. But here's why buying food at Costco may be a bad idea for you.

Now could be a good time to say goodbye to your old bank. Read on to find out some top reasons why people make the switch.

Amazon's Subscribe & Save program is very convenient, but there are some pitfalls you should know about. Read on to learn more.

Want an extra $2,000 by the end of the year? Here's how to pull it off.

Discover Costco's top July 4th week deals on food and dining essentials! Shop now for great savings.

Some people love Costco's free samples. Here's why I'm usually not a fan.

There are no guarantees of success when you start a small business. However, check out these five factors that can make or break your new enterprise.

Building a large sum of money is just the beginning. Read on to find out how to make your money grow.

Saving $1 million by age 50 may be easier than you'd think. But there's a strategy involved. Read on to learn more.

Don't get dinged for withdrawing a CD before it matures. Read on for an easy way to avoid losing money.

Love getting money? Costco will give you some if you play your cards right. Read on to learn more.

Being 60 with no money saved for retirement is far from perfect. But your senior years aren't doomed, either. Read on to see why.

Moving large amounts of money around? Read on to learn how some rules under the Bank Secrecy Act could affect you.

Discover offers some of the most popular cards in the U.S., but they're not accepted everywhere. Here are three places that won't accept Discover as payment.

July is a great time to open a CD. Read on to find out why.

I love my Costco Executive membership. But here are three pitfalls you might encounter.

A CD ladder can be a great way to lock in high rates while still having regular access to your cash. Read on to learn how much you could earn with a $5,000 CD ladder.