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Best 3-month CD rates — July 2022
The top 3-month CD rates pay nearly six times the national average.
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Best no-penalty CD rates for July 2022
Not sure when you’ll need to access your money? These CDs may be a good fit.
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American Express CD rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the bank’s rates.
2 min read Jun 29, 2022 -
American Express savings account rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s savings account.
1 min read Jun 29, 2022 -
Best 1-year credit union CD rates — July 2022
These credit unions pay nearly three times the average yield on a 12-month CD.
6 min read Jun 28, 2022 -
Best 6-month CD rates – July 2022
As rates rise, a short-term CD could help you take advantage of increasing yields.
10 min read Jun 28, 2022 -
Capital One CD rates
Here’s everything savers need to know about Capital One’s CD rates.
1 min read Jun 28, 2022 -
How to use Zelle: A beginner’s guide to digital payments
The person-to-person payment tool can allow for easy transactions to friends, family and more.
5 min read Jun 28, 2022 -
Are we in a recession? It sure feels like it to many Americans
High inflation has a financial toll similar to job loss.
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7 places to save your extra money
These options are great places to stash money from a bonus, inheritance and more.
5 min read Jun 27, 2022
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