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Best 5-Year CD Rates
If you're looking for a reliable way to save money and earn a little extra, a five-year CD can help you reach your savings goals. Here are our top picks.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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$1,500 to $3,000 Amex Card Intro Offer
Earn 150,000 Membership points when you charge $20,000 within three months. You can also earn a $500 credit for booking at least $2,500 through Amex travel.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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You’re Probably Not Covered for These 6 Common Home Disasters
Home insurance doesn’t cover everything. Learn which disasters require extra coverage — and how to protect your home before it’s too late.
By Jacob Wolinsky Published
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Learn how to securely store your financial information. Discover what documents you need to keep, how long you need to keep them, and best practices for physical and digital storage.
Having mountains of financial paperwork take over your home can be frustrating. Here's how to get the mess under control while still having your essential information at your fingertips.
By Laura Gariepy Published
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Explore essential habits of the ultra-rich — frugality, multiple income sources and smart investing — and how to apply them on your own wealth-building journey.
Millionaires may seem extraordinary, but their success often comes down to three simple financial habits anyone can adopt.
By Jacob Wolinsky Published
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First 100 Days: Trump's Impact on Your Finances
Here are some opportunities to consider regarding investing, interest rates and tax cuts as the financial landscape shifts under the new administration.
By Daniel Razvi, Esquire Published
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Children Can't Afford to Fly the Nest? Here's How to Help
The high cost of living means more adult children are staying at home. Here are four ways to help financially so they can eventually spread their wings.
By Kelli Kiemle, AIF® Published
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How Much Will Car Prices Go Up With Tariffs?
Tariffs could drive car prices up even higher, for new and used cars, as well as for American brands.
By Jim Patterson Published
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Should You Get Earthquake Insurance?
Standard home insurance doesn’t cover earthquakes, but paying extra for earthquake insurance isn’t just for Californians.
By Rachael Green Published