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  How to find a lost savings bond

  Losing a savings bond doesn’t mean it’s money lost. Here’s how to find it.

  3 min read May 17, 2022
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  Do you need a health savings account? Here are the pros and cons

  Setting aside pretax dollars in an HSA can help you defray future medical costs.

  4 min read May 17, 2022
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  How to save for college

  Several types of saving accounts are available to help your child pay for college.

  5 min read May 16, 2022
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  The Federal Reserve policy you’ve never heard of could have the biggest effect on your wallet

  Over time, a shrinking balance sheet could impact you more than a Fed rate hike.

  6 min read May 13, 2022
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  5 mobile bank apps that help you save money

  These five banking apps can help you save money even on a tight budget.

  4 min read May 13, 2022
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  Stay or go? What to do if your bank is acquired

  If your bank or credit union is involved in a merger, here’s what to expect.

  6 min read May 13, 2022
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  Can you deposit cash at an ATM?

  The short answer is yes, but policies vary from bank to bank.

  3 min read May 12, 2022
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  Capital One CD rates

  Here’s everything savers need to know about Capital One’s CD rates.

  1 min read May 12, 2022
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  What is the average interest rate for savings accounts?

  You can easily find a bank that’s offering an APY much higher than the national average.

  2 min read May 12, 2022
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  Current CD rates — May 2022

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

  2 min read May 12, 2022