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What you should (and shouldn’t) store in a safe deposit box
Some items are good candidates for storage in a safe deposit box, but others aren’t.
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5 big financial mistakes new college graduates should avoid
Don’t let these financial mistakes prevent you from reaching your financial goals.
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Ally Bank vs. Marcus by Goldman Sachs
Considering banking with either Ally Bank or Marcus by Goldman Sachs? Here’s how the two compare.
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Capital One CD rates
Here’s everything savers need to know about Capital One’s CD rates.
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Synchrony Bank CD rates
Everything you need to know about the online bank’s CD rates.
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What is the average interest rate for savings accounts?
Comparing savings rates can ensure you get the best return on your savings.
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National average money market account rates for June 2024
Get the latest rates on top-yielding money market accounts.
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Current CD rates for June 2024
Check out the latest CD rates from Bankrate’s weekly survey of banks and thrifts.
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What happens to a bank account when someone dies?
You can’t take it with you, so what happens to your bank account after you pass on?
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How to transfer money from one bank to another: 4 ways
Keep fees in check when you shift money from one bank account to another.
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Top high-yield savings accounts are now beating inflation. Here’s why that’s important
Savings yields topping inflation could let you hold onto your purchasing power.
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Bankrate’s 2024 Annual Emergency Savings Report
If you’re struggling to pay off debt and build savings, you’re not alone.
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Discover Bank CD rates
Everything you need to know about the online bank’s CD rates.
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Citizens Bank savings account rates
Looking for a new savings account? Here’s what the Citizens Bank pays in interest.
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USAA Bank savings account rates
USAA offers a modest savings APY, and it’s much less than what you can find at top-yielding banks.
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Are banks open today? Federal bank holidays in 2024
Knowing bank holiday schedules can help you avoid delays on necessary transactions.
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Check or calculate the value of a savings bond online
Knowing a savings bond’s value can help you decide whether to hold it or redeem it.
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Daily ATM withdrawal limits: How much money can you take out?
Knowing your ATM withdrawal limits can make a sudden need for cash easier to handle.
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What is a cashier’s check? Definitions, uses, how to buy one, cost and alternatives
This old-school way of paying is still in demand. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Wells Fargo checking accounts
Here’s everything you need to know about the big bank’s checking accounts.
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