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How to save for a wedding

Getting hitched soon? Follow these simple steps to prepare for your big day.

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Bank holidays in 2021

Find out when banks have the option to close.

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How the Fed could taper bond buying

The Fed’s massive bond-buying program won’t last forever. Here’s what to expect once the taper begins.

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Wells Fargo savings account rates

Find out whether Wells Fargo’s savings accounts are for you.

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Current CD rates — September 2021

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Federal Reserve Bank Chairman Jerome Powell speaks at a press conference in Washington

Fed divided on 2022 interest rate hike, signals bond-buying taper coming ‘soon’

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Fed chair Jerome Powell speaks to Congress

Biggest winners and losers from the Fed’s interest rate decision

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Best no-penalty CD rates for September 2021

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Best IRA CD rates for September 2021

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Best business checking accounts — September 2021

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Best 6-month CD rates — September 2021

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Latest Articles

Current CD rates — September 2021

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

2 min read Sep 23, 2021
Bump-up CDs: What they are and how they work

If you think rates may rise again soon, a bump-up CD could be what you’re looking for.

3 min read Sep 22, 2021
Step-up CDs: What they are and how they work

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

3 min read Sep 22, 2021
Fed divided on 2022 interest rate hike, signals bond-buying taper coming ‘soon’

The Fed isn’t in a rush to raise rates, but slowing asset purchases appears to be on deck.

6 min read Sep 22, 2021
Biggest winners and losers from the Fed’s interest rate decision

As the Fed holds on rates, here are the biggest winners and losers from its latest decision.

5 min read Sep 22, 2021
Best no-penalty CD rates for September 2021

Not sure when you’ll need to access your money? These CDs may be a good fit.

4 min read Sep 22, 2021
Best 5-year CD rates — September 2021

Here’s why the best 60-month CDs are more versatile than you might think.

14 min read Sep 22, 2021
Best IRA CD rates for September 2021

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

9 min read Sep 21, 2021
Best 4-year CD rates — September 2021

These top 48-month CDs pay more than 2.5 times the national average rate.

8 min read Sep 21, 2021
Best 1-year CD rates — September 2021

A top 12-month CD is ideal for someone with a short-range savings goal in mind.

11 min read Sep 21, 2021