Banking

Bankrate’s experts are reacting live to the Fed’s latest interest rate decision.

Consider these four factors when choosing the right high-yield savings account.

Here’s everything you need to know about opening a bank account online.

These options are great places to stash money from a bonus, inheritance and more.

Knowing bank holiday schedules can help you avoid delays on necessary transactions.

These are the 10 largest credit unions in the United States based on assets.

Consumers without a bank account face hurdles when trying to cash a check.

Here’s how much $10,000 in a high-yield savings account can earn you.

Here’s how to earn more interest with a high-yield savings account.

Interest is the price you pay to borrow money or the cost you charge to lend money.

High-yield savings rates fluctuate over time. Let’s explore what causes that.

Split direct deposit is a simple way to painlessly boost your savings.

Over 1 in 3 people tapped emergency savings in the past year, per a new Bankrate survey.

There are ways to access your money and ultimately spend it. Here’s how.

Verizon and Openbank announced a partnership on Tuesday that gives Verizon customers a way to save money on their bill if they have an Openbank High Yield Savings account. Verizon customers can save money [...]

Emergency savings depleted? Here’s how to start replenishing it.

Here are differences between CDs and share certificates, and which one to choose.

Check out the latest CD rates from Bankrate’s weekly survey of banks and thrifts.

Take a look at the days when CDs were offering investors double-digit returns.

A CD ladder lets savers benefit from higher rates without locking up all your money in long-term CDs.

Step-up CDs can help you potentially earn a higher rate of return later on.

CD rates may seem attractive, but in 2025’s uncertain environment, they create a lose-lose scenario that could cost you money.

Savers, here are strategies to invest in CDs.

Here’s everything you need to know about brokered CDs.

These tips can help you manage your money more wisely and make you a bit richer.

Ally’s money market account offers a high APY, no minimum deposit or monthly fee.

Find the right business savings account to help your company’s money grow.

Money market funds are available from several different brokers and fund managers.

How Reg. D impacts your savings account and why it pays to check with your bank.

Looking for a place to park your savings? Here’s why a MMA might be appealing.

These accounts sound similar, but there are some key differences to know.

Not sure how to get started investing with mutual funds? We’ll help you understand the basics.

Consumers without a bank account face hurdles when trying to cash a check.

Learn the key characteristics of certified checks and how they differ from other types of payments.

Knowing your limit before making a purchase can help you make smarter decisions.

Finding the account number on a check is easy — if you know where to look.

This old-school way of paying is still in demand. Here’s everything you need to know.

Checks aren’t as ubiquitous as they once were, but you may still have to write one.

Compare prices on paper checks before you place your next order.

Here’s how these two bank fees compare and how to best avoid them.