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Bank accounts with budgeting tools
Choose a bank account that helps you develop healthy spending habits with built-in digital budgeting tools.
Ways to save money on a tight budget
Even on a limited budget, small intentional changes can go a long way to help you build a savings cushion and have greater peace of mind.
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EverBank
A primarily online institution, EverBank is known for its high-yielding savings account, requiring no minimum opening deposit. Account holders also have access to a wide network of no-fee ATMs.
Synchrony Bank
Synchrony is an online-only bank offering a range of deposits products and credit cards. Their savings account comes with a competitive yield and no monthly fees.
UFB Direct
Learn more about UFB Direct's Portfolio Savings account, which offers a high yield and no minimum balance. The bank operates a highly rated mobile app with helpful banking tools.
SoFi Bank
SoFi offers a competitive APY on its savings account, but the bank is unique in that customers also have to get a checking account and set up direct deposit in order to take advantage of the high rate.
See how much your savings can grow
Bankrate can help you capitalize on the current high interest rate environment. Enter your expected contributions and APY to see how much interest your savings could earn over time.
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