Banking

Wire transfer fees can be expensive, but here are ways to send money for less.

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

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

Walk away with stacks of cash just for opening a checking or savings account.

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.

Our list consists of FDIC-insured banks offering product suites ideal for startups.

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

Ready to open a savings account? Here’s what you’ll need to know.

Here’s how to use cash to help you stay within your budget each month.

Many households have too little saved to survive job loss or other emergencies.

Use these strategies to keep your deposits safe when they top FDIC limits.

An emergency fund is an essential part of a solid financial plan.

Here’s what you need to know about tapping into your emergency fund.

Typically high-net-worth individuals have a net worth of at least $1 million.

Losing a savings bond doesn’t mean it’s money lost. Here’s how to find it.

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.