Banking

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Savers, here are strategies to invest in CDs.

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

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As the Fed hints at lowering interest rates, here’s how to prepare when rates fall.

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Savers, here are strategies to invest in CDs.

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

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

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

The Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday at the conclusion of its September meeting, marking the central bank’s first rate cut this year. For savers, that’s [...]

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

As the Fed is cutting interest rates, consider these certificates of deposit (CDs)

These CD specials help you earn more money on interest without taking on risk.

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

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

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

$10,000 high-yield savings vs. $10,000 money market account: Here’s which earns more

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Here’s the lowdown on no-penalty CDs, and how they differ from regular CDs.

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

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

Banks are cutting overdraft fees in response to consumers and regulators’ demands.

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

Tired of paying fees? Here are seven ideas to get around paying them.

The amount of time for a check to clear can vary from check to check.

Early access to direct deposited funds can make managing your budget a bit easier.

If you overdraw your account frequently, then overdraft protection could be a good way to avoid hefty overdraft fees.

Check out the 13 different types of checking accounts.