Banking

Savings yields topping inflation could let you hold onto your purchasing power.

If you’re unsure whether you have an account you didn’t agree to open, take action now.

Overdraft protection can be a helpful and convenient tool to avoid paying a steeper overdraft fee.

Sometimes paying an early withdrawal penalty on a CD isn’t a bad idea.

Here’s why you should avoid being underbanked and how to ensure that you aren’t.

Bank account bonuses are a great way to bring in new customers. Here’s how.

A CD often earns a competitive, fixed rate. Here’s what to know before opening one.

The Fed has kept interest rates steady so far in 2025, but that might change soon.

Savings yields topping inflation could let you hold onto your purchasing power.

The Fed has kept interest rates steady so far in 2025, but that might change soon.

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

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

Competitive rates, fewer fees, and convenience are all reasons to consider online banking.

Savers can stash their cash in a brokerage these days to rack up returns.

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

As the Fed holds interest rates steady, savers still have time to lock in top rates.

Sometimes paying an early withdrawal penalty on a CD isn’t a bad idea.

A CD often earns a competitive, fixed rate. Here’s what to know before opening one.

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

These tips can help maximize your savings using certificates of deposit.

Learn when a CD is worth it, when it is not, and alternatives to consider in 2025.

CDs hold your funds for a set period. In exchange, you get a reliable return.

Taxes on CD interest aren’t always clear-cut. Here’s what you need to know.

Jumbo CDs pay a higher yield than other CDs. Here’s what to know before opening one.

These four types of bank accounts can help you meet your financial goals.

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

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

Here’s the lowdown on no-penalty CDs, and how they differ from regular CDs.

The best account to save your money will vary by your goal.

These credit unions offer great rates and top-notch features — and many make it easy to join.

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

These tips can help you manage your money more wisely and make you a bit richer.

Checks aren’t as ubiquitous as they once were, but you may still have to write one.

Compare prices on paper checks before you place your next order.

Here’s how these two bank fees compare and how to best avoid them.

Here are simple steps to take to avoid paying checking account fees.

Bank of America offers perks beyond basic banking, including museum passes, cash back deals and $300 new account bonuses.

If you don’t have a bank account, check-cashing services offer access to your money, at a cost.

We all use our checking accounts for the basic purposes — direct deposit of our paychecks, paying monthly bills and making debit card purchases. And while usually you’re seeing money leave your checking [...]

Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering a switch to business checking.