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  Evans says Fed may have to lower rates if downside risks intensify

  The Chicago Fed President stressed that any change in rates be justified by economic data.

  Mar 25, 2019
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  New wave of fintech firms are battling for your savings with high yields

  A new world of high-interest savings accounts are sprouting online.

  Mar 25, 2019
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  Short-term CDs just became the smart money move, thanks to the Fed

  With no more rate hikes projected for 2019, short-term CDs are the go-to option.

  Mar 22, 2019

• Current CD Interest Rates

  View current cd rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

  Mar 20, 2019
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  10 reasons to break up with your bank

  Don’t settle for less when other banks offer higher yields, charge fewer fees and offer additional perks.

  Mar 20, 2019
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  Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged, sees no more hikes this year

  The Fed voted to leave interest rates alone for the second-straight meeting.

  Mar 20, 2019
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  JPMorgan Chase rolls out checking for low-income customers with no overdraft fees

  The accounts can help consumers save hundreds of dollars a year in fees.

  Mar 20, 2019
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  How bank tellers quietly disappeared from America, and what that means for consumers

  Branch banking is rapidly changing with the rise of automation and fintech.

  Mar 20, 2019
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  Best high-yield savings accounts in March 2019

  High-yielding savings accounts are out there, and you don’t always need a big chunk of change.

  Mar 19, 2019
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  The Federal Reserve’s dot plot explained — and why you might want to ignore it for now

  When the Fed announces its next interest rate decision, you might want to hold off on connecting any dots.

  Mar 19, 2019