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The amount of money you should save each month will vary based on your goals. Here’s what to know.

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It’s a low interest rate environment, but there are ways to earn more on your money.

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Most people know they should save. But understanding why can make the habit stick. Saving isn’t just about “being responsible” — it’s about control, opportunity, and peace of mind. Here are seven [...]

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Follow this plan of making weekly deposits into your bank account, and you could save $1,378 by the end of the year.

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Ways to save money on a tight budget

Even on a limited budget, small intentional changes can go a long way to help you build a savings cushion and have greater peace of mind.

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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 01/31/2026. "National average" is determined by Bankrate's comprehensive national survey of savings accounts and CDs.

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An emergency fund is an essential part of a solid financial plan.

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Keeping your savings in a bank down the street may seem like the obvious play, but there may be real downsides for doing so.

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Comparing savings rates can ensure you get the best return on your savings.

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With interest rates somewhat volatile, it’s important to shop around for the best money market mutual funds.

Our top 5 picks scored highly for access, range of products and digital options.

Ally’s money market account offers a high APY, no minimum deposit or monthly fee.

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$10,000 high-yield savings vs. $10,000 money market account: Here’s which earns more

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Sometimes paying an early withdrawal penalty on a CD isn’t a bad idea.

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Mobile apps make managing your money a snap and mobile alerts can help protect it.

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The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at its first meeting of 2026, keeping borrowing costs in a target range of 3.5-3.75%. This decision (supported by a 10-2 vote) pauses a streak of three [...]

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