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This type of account can offer a low-risk way to earn a high yield.

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Why get a money market account

Learn about how these lesser-known accounts walk the line between savings and checking accounts, offering some of the best features of both.

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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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Are MMAs safe?

Understand the safety and flexibility of using an MMA to store your savings.

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How to open an MMA

Bankrate's complete guide to opening a money market account to grow your savings.

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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 04/05/2026. "National average" is determined by Bankrate's comprehensive national survey of savings accounts and CDs.

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