Latest articles by Erin Bendig
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CD vs. High-Yield Savings Account: Which is better?
Deciding between a CD vs. high-yield savings account? Here's how to choose based on your savings goals.
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What Is APY? Here's How to Score the Highest Rates
Savings Here's everything you need to know about APY, the important factor in how much your savings could earn in a year.
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What Is Life Insurance? Choose the Type That's Right
What is life insurance? Life insurance can financially protect your loved ones after you pass away. Here's what you need to know about the different types.
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If You Put $500 in a CD for 5 Years, Here's How Much Money You'd Have
savings CDs can be a great way to beef up your savings. Here's how much money you'd have if you put $500 in a CD for 5 Years.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts
These are the top earning high-yield savings accounts available today.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates
Consider opening a no-fee high-yield savings account if you want a competitive yield on your cash but want to avoid any pesky fees.
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Best CD Rates
Find the highest CD rates available today in our guide.
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Best 3-Year CDs
Here are the best 3-year CDs with rates well over 3.50%.
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1-Year CD Rates
Savings Many 1-year CD accounts are already offering rates of 4% or more. We look at the options on the market.
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
Here are some of the best 5-year CD rates on the market today.
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Best No-Penalty CD Rates
A no-penalty CD is a type of certificate of deposit that allows individuals to withdraw funds early without a fee. Right now, some of the best ones are offering rates of over 4%.
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
The Fed cut rates for the third time this year. Yet, you can still secure excellent rates with jumbo CDs.
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Amazon Outlet: Where to Get Hot (and Cheap) Overstock Deals Online
Amazon Prime Beyond the everyday offerings of Amazon Prime lies Amazon Outlet for bigger discounts.
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Chase’s Co-Branded Amazon Credit Cards Have Both Undergone a Revamp, Including a $100 Bonus
Chase’s co-branded Amazon credit cards now have new names, looks, benefits and rewards structures.
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Savings Calculator: If You Saved $5K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Now
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this simple calculator can show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
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Kiplinger's Best Banks for High-Net-Worth Clients
wealth management These banks welcome customers who keep high balances in deposit and investment accounts, showering them with fee breaks and access to financial-planning services.
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Kiplinger's Best Internet Banks 2024
online banking Internet banks forgo branches in favor of operating fully online. They tend to offer higher yields and lower fees than brick-and-mortar banks, thanks to lower overhead costs.
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Kiplinger's Best National Banks
Banking National banks offer a wide variety of accounts and services, including wealth and investment management. Here's Kiplinger's pick of the best.
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Kiplinger's Best Banks for Travelers
Banking The best banks for travelers cut the cost of trips at home and abroad and come with handy perks for those on the go. Read on for our top two choices.
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Why You Need to Open a CD Right Now
Looking to open a CD in 2024? Now's a great time to lock-in CD rates and earn interest on your cash.
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Kiplinger's Best Banks of 2024
Making Your Money Last Kiplinger's list of the best banks, based on interest rates, fees and other features.
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Kiplinger's Best Banks for Retirees
banking Retirees should be able to find a suitable account with one of these banks. They offer full-service branches, free personal checks and some attractive savings options, too.
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Earn a Fortune With These In-Demand Old Home Items
Here are ten old things in your home that could be worth a fortune.
