Banking

Amid today’s high cost of living, some are making temporary cuts to “fun” spending.

Transfer funds to friends and family without leaving the house.

New Bankrate data shows money is the No. 1 factor negatively impacting mental health.

Savers, here are strategies to invest in CDs.

If you don’t have a bank account, check-cashing services offer access to your money, at a cost.

Big banks pay just 0.01% APY while online banks offer 4.4%. Your $10,000 could earn $897 more over two years. Learn how to switch without changing banks.

Digital banking makes it easy to access your personal finances from anywhere.

Here’s how you can open a checking account online, in three steps.

Knowing how these accounts work, and how they differ, can help better your finances.

Adding more to your savings goals is easier than you think. Here’s how.

The CFPB dropped its lawsuit alleging Capital One cheated customers out of interest.

Here’s the difference between APY and interest rate.

It’s possible to negotiate a higher-yielding savings account at your bank.

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

Finding the right savings account consists of comparing rates, fees and more.

These are the key differences between an FSA and an HSA, and how to choose the right one for you.

Savers, here are strategies to invest in CDs.

Check out the latest CD rates from Bankrate’s weekly survey of banks and thrifts.

Here’s everything you need to know about brokered CDs.

If you think rates may rise again soon, a bump-up CD could be what you’re looking for.

Planning for retirement? Here’s what you need to know about IRA CDs.

Callable CDs can offer a higher yield than traditional CDs, but there’s a catch.

Add-on CDs can offer more flexibility than a traditional CD.

CDs come in many varieties, making it easy to find one that meets your needs.

Money market funds are available from several different brokers and fund managers.

Short answer? Yes. Here’s what you need to know.

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Earn more on your business cash with high-yield accounts offering competitive APYs.

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

Business money market accounts offer higher yields while maintaining access to funds.

Find the right business savings account to help your company’s money grow.

Learn why you need to check your APY.

If you don’t have a bank account, check-cashing services offer access to your money, at a cost.

Checks aren’t as ubiquitous as they once were, but you may still have to write one.

We all use our checking accounts for the basic purposes — direct deposit of our paychecks, paying monthly bills and making debit card purchases. And while usually you’re seeing money leave your checking [...]

Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering a switch to business checking.

Stay on top of your money with the right balance between your checking and savings.

Check out the 13 different types of checking accounts.

There are several ways to deposit a check — some are simpler than others.

The amount of time for a check to clear can vary from check to check.