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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.
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Mar 26, 2018Smart strategies for buying CDs when rates are rising
Here’s how to maximize your savings without missing out on higher rates in the future.
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Mar 08, 2018CIT Bank’s no-penalty CD is a boon for new investors
CIT requires a lower minimum deposit than some other no-penalty CDs on the market.
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Feb 12, 2018Is an IRA certificate of deposit (CD) tax deductible?
Looking to score more tax deductions? IRA CDs might be for you.
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Feb 07, 2018With this CD, you won’t get dinged for early withdrawals
Ally Bank’s 11-month CD yields more than a top savings account.
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Jan 31, 2018Savers beware: USPS Federal CU’s IRA CD deal comes with a catch
This 24-month IRA CD pays 3 percent APY, but there are caveats.
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Jan 17, 2018Northern Bank Direct quenches your thirst for a high-yield CD
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Jan 11, 2018This 19-month CD pays a great interest rate
A 19-month CD is a rare breed. But signing up for a CD with an odd term can pay off.
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Jan 15, 2018Synchrony Bank offers the best 1-year CD rate
Synchrony Bank now offers the best 1-year CD rate.
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Dec 19, 2017Popular Direct has the nation’s top 18-month CD rate
It’s a juicy yield for a short term, but you’ll need plenty of cash to qualify.