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Latest Articles
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Nov 12, 2018Yield without worries: Check out no-penalty CDs
Believe it or not, some banks offer CDs that have no withdrawal penalties.
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Nov 12, 2018The pros and cons of IRA CDs
Investing IRA funds in CDs is a good choice for some, but it’s not for everybody.
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Nov 12, 20185 simple steps to get the best CD rate
Some banks are hiking CD rates, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy to find a great deal.
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Nov 11, 2018Will a CD ladder really earn you money?
Laddering can make a significant difference in your earnings. Here’s how it works.
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Nov 11, 2018The pros and cons of CD investing
Certificates of deposit offer peace of mind, but they do have some drawbacks.
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Nov 11, 2018How to invest in step-up CDs
Step-up CDs can be a great option for savers in a rising interest rate environment.
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Nov 11, 2018Timing the purchase of CDs as rates rise just won’t work
Buying a CD in a rising rate environment is challenging, but these products lower the risk.
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Oct 16, 2018Best jumbo CD rates in October 2018
These CDs are for high rollers, but there’s good news for the rest of us, too.
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Sep 20, 2018The pros and cons of jumbo CDs
They come with a higher yield, but jumbo CDs have more than one downside.
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Mar 29, 2018Rates are rising. Should you rotate out of bonds and into CDs?
Rising interest rates can change the calculus for bond and CD investors.