Banking

One Florida credit union aims to offer an alternative to check-cashing stores by starting their own, offering lower interest rates and fees. Elsewhere, middle-income consumers and college students are [...]

As the economy rebounds, don’t expect the Fed’s extraordinary support to last forever.

The worst downturn in a lifetime was also the shortest.

The coronavirus pandemic drained Americans’ savings accounts.

The first of six monthly Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments start July 15.

The concept is seen as a way to boost innovation and competition, ultimately giving consumers better digital options for their money.

Here’s where the nation’s top economists see hiring, the Fed and inflation heading over the next year.

Higher inflation and a troubled labor market could be the Fed’s nightmare scenario.

Get the latest rates on top-yielding money market accounts.

Comparing savings rates can ensure you get the best return on your savings.

Here’s how to financially prepare for the possibility of sudden unemployment.

We list three accounts to park your savings this summer as you wait to buy a house.

Here’s how to determine the amount to put in savings — and what to do with the rest.

The APY percentage shows how much an account earns per year. Here’s what you need to know.

Subscriptions are easy to lose track of, but these apps can help restore order.

A spending diet can help you pursue your financial goals and save cash. Here’s how.

Certificates of deposit offer peace of mind, but they’re not without some drawbacks.

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

Locking in a high yield now could be beneficial in the event rates begin to drop.

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

Find out what happens to CDs that are set to mature.

With a possible recession looming, here’s what savers should know about CDs.

I’ve often referred to 2024 as the year of the certificate of deposit (CD). In tracking CD rates on a daily basis, I’ve seen how yields remain at an overall high, thanks to the Federal Reserve raising [...]

These seven banks and credit unions offer competitive rates on CDs for businesses.

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

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

The name of the game with compound interest is time — the more of it you have, the bigger the payoff.

Lay away cash for an emergency or short-term goals with a money market mutual fund.

Our picks provide customers with almost everything they need to bank in the branch, at home or on the road.

Expect savings and money market account yields to slide lower, but they still should outpace inflation

Many of these banks offer low-fee accounts and higher yields than some of the biggest banks.

How Reg. D impacts your savings account and why it pays to check with your bank.

There’s more than one way to bank. Here are the reasons to consider banking locally.

There’s no need to pay for a checking account when many banks offer free checking.

Knowing your limit before making a purchase can help you make smarter decisions.

Debit cards are inherently less secure than credit cards, especially at these spots.

Online checking accounts stand out for different features. Here’s our top picks.

Not paying fees and an easy way to bank should all be priorities. Here are some of our favorites.

The amount of time can vary from check to check.

Your bank accounts have two separate balances: the current balance and the available balance. Here’s the distinction.