Money Market Accounts
When shopping for a savings account, don't forget to consider money market accounts. Explore the different benefits of MMAs.
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This type of account can offer a low-risk way to earn a high yield.

What every saver needs to know about money markets accounts.

Follow these simple steps to earn competitive rates on your shorter-term savings.
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Pros and cons of MMAs
Explore the main advantages and disadvantages of opening a money market account.

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Bankrate's complete guide to opening a money market account to grow your savings.
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Bankrate Partner Average
The "Bankrate Partner average" is calculated from the average of the top savings account offers from the institutions we track, included on this page as of 07/09/2025. "National average" is determined by Bankrate's comprehensive national survey of savings accounts and CDs.
The "Bankrate Partner average" is calculated from the average of the top savings account offers from the institutions we track, included on this page as of 07/09/2025. "National average" is determined by Bankrate's comprehensive national survey of savings accounts and CDs.
3.83%APY
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National Average
0.45%APY
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