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  Survey: Only 1 in 5 savers are earning competitive savings account rates

  If you’re like most people, you could be earning a lot more interest on your savings.

  6 min read Mar 30, 2023
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  Best free checking accounts — March 2023

  The best checking accounts are not only free, but may also offer you perks.

  12 min read Mar 29, 2023
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  Latest on the banking crisis: Failures of Silicon Valley, Signature; SVB purchase; Senate hearing and more

  Silicon Valley Bank’s Failure set off a chain of events depositors need to know about.

  24 min read Mar 29, 2023
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  How much more will the Fed raise rates in 2023? Here’s what experts are saying

  Most officials see at least one more rate hike — but investors aren’t saying the same.

  7 min read Mar 29, 2023
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  Best IRA CD rates — March 2023

  Find the best IRA CD rates by comparing APY, term and minimum deposit requirements.

  13 min read Mar 29, 2023
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  Best jumbo money market rates — March 2023

  Do you have a large amount of cash that needs to stay liquid along with a competitive rate?

  5 min read Mar 28, 2023
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  Citibank new account promotions: Bonuses for checking and savings accounts

  Here’s everything to know about the offers to see if they’re the right fit for you.

  3 min read Mar 28, 2023
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  Chase new account promotions: Bonuses for checking and savings accounts

  Chase offers bonus opportunities for new account customers.

  3 min read Mar 28, 2023
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  Best jumbo CD rates — March 2023

  These CDs are for high rollers, but there’s good news for the rest of us, too.

  9 min read Mar 28, 2023
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  Barclays savings account rates

  Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s savings account.

  1 min read Mar 28, 2023
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  PNC Bank CD rates

  Everything you need to know about the bank’s yields on CDs.

  2 min read Mar 27, 2023
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  Capital One savings account rates

  Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s yields.

  1 min read Mar 27, 2023
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  Savings account checklist: Documents you need to open an account

  It’s easy to open a savings account. Just make sure you have this information handy.

  3 min read Mar 27, 2023
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  3 ways to ensure your fintech deposits are safe

  Enjoy the advantages fintech banking offers while keeping your money safe and sound.

  4 min read Mar 27, 2023
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  What happens when a bank is liquidated?

  Watch for these money headaches if your bank fails — and no other bank takes over.

  3 min read Mar 27, 2023
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  Bank of America savings bonus

  BofA is offering a bonus on its checking accounts (and not on its savings accounts).

  2 min read Mar 27, 2023
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  The Silicon Valley Bank collapse: What you need to know

  Silicon Valley Bank’s failure caused quite a stir. Here’s what’s going on there now.

  5 min read Mar 27, 2023
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  The history of FDIC insurance limits

  Here’s a look at every time the FDIC has increased its deposits insurance limits.

  1 min read Mar 24, 2023
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  Money market account vs. savings account: What’s the difference?

  These financial products are very similar but have some key differences.

  7 min read Mar 24, 2023
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  20 ways to make extra money: Top online and offline ideas to earn cash

  Many of these options are flexible to your schedule.

  6 min read Mar 24, 2023