Banking

Now is still a good time to consider CDs for your portfolio. Here are five reasons.

I’ve been in financial services for nearly 14 years and have helped customers with the most common deposit products, but this month was the first time I opened a certificate of deposit (CD) for myse [...]

Savers can still earn yields on deposit accounts that are outpacing inflation, even as some yields have decreased recently as banks anticipate a likely Federal Reserve rate cut in September. One such option [...]

Despite strong economic indicators, many Americans are experiencing a “vibecession.”

Make your mid-career break a success with these five ways to save for a year off.

Whether you hope to buy a home or just rent for a while, a solid savings plan is the key to finally moving out of your parents’ house.

Overpaid in unemployment benefits? Here’s how to resolve the issue efficiently.

Closing a savings or checking account that’s in good standing won’t hurt your credit in any way.

Comparing savings rates can ensure you get the best return on your savings.

Savers can stash their cash in a brokerage these days to rack up returns.

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

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

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

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

Single people and young families tend to have significantly less saved.

Experian’s new savings account has a yield based on membership tier and no minimum deposit.

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

Sometimes paying an early withdrawal penalty on a CD isn’t a bad idea.

The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at its first meeting of 2026, keeping borrowing costs in a target range of 3.5-3.75%. This decision (supported by a 10-2 vote) pauses a streak of three [...]

CD terms can range from three months to five years. Learn which one is right for you.

Find out what happens to CDs that are set to mature.

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

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

Everything you need to know about opening an account.

Get the latest rates on top-yielding money market accounts.

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

CD terms can range from three months to five years. Learn which one is right for you.

Expect yields to continue trending downward in 2026.

These credit unions offer great rates and top-notch features — and many make it easy to join.

Investing with mutual funds is an easy way to build a diversified portfolio. Here’s what you need to know.

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

The best account to save your money will vary by your goal.

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

Over time, ATM fees have climbed. Here’s what you need to know.

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

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

Knowing your ATM withdrawal limits can make a sudden need for cash easier to handle.

Mobile apps make managing your money a snap and mobile alerts can help protect it.

Online bill pay can add convenience and security to managing your routine bills.

A bank may deny you a checking account. Here is what you can do next.