Savings
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Savings basics
How much should I save each month?
High-interest, low-risk strategies
It’s a low interest rate environment, but there are ways to earn more on your money.
Saving money for your grandchildren
Saving for your grandchildren can help to minimize the financial burdens they face down the road.
16 legitimate ways to find fast cash
Here are some places to look for a quick source of funds.
Latest Articles
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Are Christmas club accounts still a good idea?
These holiday savings accounts are still available at many small banks and credit unions. But are they the best way to save?
3 min read Dec 16, 2019 -
8 ways to beat low savings account interest rates
It’s relatively easy to get a higher return on your money if you do your homework.
7 min read Nov 07, 2019 -
A growing percentage of Americans have no emergency savings whatsoever
Nearly 3 in 10 adults would be at a loss if they suddenly needed to cover a costly expense.
4 min read Jul 01, 2019 -
Survey: 21% of working Americans aren’t saving anything at all
Many Americans are adding nothing to their savings. These are the biggest reasons.
5 min read Mar 14, 2019 -
6 financial goals to achieve before you die
Life is short! Accomplishing these goals will help you live a better life.
3 min read Jul 31, 2018 -
7 tips for choosing a savings account when interest rates increase
Interest rates are on the rise. Follow these tips to find a savings account that can keep up.
3 min read Jul 10, 2018 -
Parents have trouble saving because of mortgage payments, Bankrate survey finds
A new Bankrate survey also finds 1 in 4 Americans is open to buying a home in 2017.
4 min read Feb 09, 2017 -
Meet 2 people whose emergency funds rescued them
1 in 4 Americans has no savings, our survey finds. Here’s how stashed cash can help.
4 min read Jun 21, 2016 -
Survey: If you’re bummed that your income isn’t budging, join the crowd
Impatience with income has led to a wavering sense of financial security in the U.S.
2 min read Apr 19, 2016 -
Millennials increase their savings but financial security slips
20% of Americans don’t have any savings, but millennials buck the trend.
3 min read Mar 28, 2016 -
6 tips for financial planning in your 40s
Finances can be complicated for those 40 and up. Here’s how to make your 40s fabulous.
5 min read Apr 16, 2015 -
America’s best savers are not the wealthy
When we asked people how much they save, the answer was surprising.
3 min read Mar 30, 2015 -
5 tips for refocusing on financial goals
You started the year with financial goals but haven’t kept up. Now’s the time to recommit.
4 min read Jul 05, 2012
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