Banking
From checking account details to bank reviews, debit card insights and more — you’ll find smart banking basics here.
Banking Basics
How to invest in international ETFs
Owning investments outside the U.S. can serve as a valuable hedge against domestic market fluctuations.
What are mutual funds?
A guide to help you decide if this type of investment makes sense for your portfolio.
How to buy an S&P 500 index fund
S&P 500 index funds are incredibly popular with investors, for a number of reasons.
Long-term capital gains tax basics
Certain windfalls are considered capital gains. Here’s how to determine what you’ll owe.
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Passbook and statement savings rates
A comparison of interest rates in passbook savings accounts and statement savings accounts across the country.
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Bank of America savings bonus
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Current CD rates — April 2021
View current cd rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.
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How to take an Earth Day approach with your finances
Money talks, and that’s never been truer than with environmental causes.
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Why everyone should open a savings account
A savings account is a useful financial tool to help you build a more stable financial future.
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U.S. Bank savings account rates
Here’s everything savers need to know about the bank’s payout.
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Best business checking accounts — April 2021
Not paying fees and an easy way to bank should all be priorities. Here are some of our favorites.
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Best 1-year CD rates — April 2021
A top 12-month CD is ideal for someone with a short-range savings goal in mind.
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Best 3-year CD rates — April 2021
There’s more to a top 36-month CD than just the rates. Read the fine print before you buy.
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Best no-penalty CD rates for April 2021
Not sure when you’ll need to access your money? These CDs may be a good fit.
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