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Aug 23, 2017This 5-year CD deal rises above the rest
Langley FCU’s offer is better than the top bank deals — and it’s available to all U.S. savers.
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Aug 18, 2017These brokered CD deals rival the best bank offers
Brokered CDs are FDIC-insured and carry little risk if you hold them to maturity.
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Aug 17, 2017Act now to earn this fantastic 36-month CD rate
The stellar CD special at USALLIANCE Financial is available through the end of August.
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Aug 17, 2017How a CD laddering strategy can lead to big returns
CDs offer safety for your investment portfolio. See how strategic buying can pay off.
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Aug 03, 2017Big deal: This 5-month CD pays a whopping 3%
Navy FCU offers a great rate, but watch the deposit limit on this certificate.
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Jul 31, 2017These are 2 of the best CDs for new investors
Top yields and a low minimum deposit requirement make these nationally available offers enticing.
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Jul 28, 2017Veridian Credit Union rewards savers with big CD payday
Look to this credit union’s CD specials for the top rates on 9- and 15-month certificates.
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Jul 24, 2017This 12-month CD acts like a savings account
Earn a top rate on this CD, which allows additional deposits for six months.
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Jul 14, 2017These CDs offer insurance against Fed rate hikes
The already excellent yields on these certificates will adjust the next time the central bank boosts its benchmark rate.
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Jul 13, 2017Top short-term CDs are a hedge against higher interest rates
If interest rates rise, you won’t feel guilty you bought a CD that matures in two years or fewer.