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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Pros and cons of MMAs
Explore the main advantages and disadvantages of opening a money market account.
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MMAs with no minimum balance
If you're struggling to meet balance requirements, these money market accounts can solve that problem while offering a strong APY.
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Sallie Mae Bank
The Sallie Mae Money Market account offers a top-tier APY on any account balance.
Ally Bank
The Ally Money Market account offers a competitive interest rate with free checks and a debit card.
Discover Bank
Discover® money market account pays a highly competitive interest rate that’s well above the national average.
Vio Bank
Like Vio’s other products, its money market account requires a low minimum opening deposit, and offers a highly competitive rate.
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