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Over 1 in 3 people tapped emergency savings in the past year, per a new Bankrate survey.
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Callable CDs can offer a higher yield than traditional CDs, but there’s a catch.
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Ally’s money market account offers a high APY, no minimum deposit or monthly fee.
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Business money market accounts offer higher yields while maintaining access to funds.
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Money market funds are available from several different brokers and fund managers.
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