Money Market Accounts
When shopping for a savings account, don't forget to consider money market accounts. Explore the different benefits of MMAs.
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This type of account can offer a low-risk way to earn a high yield.
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Follow these simple steps to earn competitive rates on your shorter-term savings.
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Pros and cons of MMAs
Explore the main advantages and disadvantages of opening a money market account.
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MMAs with no minimum balance
If you're struggling to meet balance requirements, these money market accounts can solve that problem while offering a strong APY.
Weekly MMA Rates
Bankrate consistently has offers well above the national average to help you earn more on your savings.
Bankrate Partner Average
The "Bankrate Partner average" is calculated from the average of the top savings account offers from the institutions we track, included on this page as of 04/28/2025. "National average" is determined by Bankrate's comprehensive national survey of savings accounts and CDs.
The "Bankrate Partner average" is calculated from the average of the top savings account offers from the institutions we track, included on this page as of 04/28/2025. "National average" is determined by Bankrate's comprehensive national survey of savings accounts and CDs.
3.79%APY
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National Average
0.47%APY
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- Introduction to Money Market Accounts
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