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CDs or Fixed Annuities: Which is a better way to save for retirement?
CDs and fixed annuities can be great retirement options. Here are the differences.
4 min read Jun 26, 2024 -
Banks are relying more on brokered CDs as consumers shifted money out of low-interest accounts, FDIC data indicates
Consumers move to interest-bearing accounts; banks increase funds for brokered CDs.
9 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
Study: Women can miss out on over $500,000 in career earnings — just by being mothers
A new Bankrate analysis shows mothers earned 31 percent less in wages than fathers in 2023.
11 min read Jun 27, 2024 -
12 simple ways to make $100 fast
Even earning as little as $100 in extra income here and there can give you added spending money.
5 min read Jun 25, 2024 -
List of monthly expenses to include in your budget
Here are some of the most common monthly expenses to factor into your budget.
8 min read Jun 25, 2024 -
What is spaving? (And did I really need 7 boxes of Goldfish crackers?)
Today was a good day to stock up on Goldfish crackers at my local grocery store. A large sign announced that buying seven or more snack-sized cartons allows you to get them at a discounted price of $1 [...]
3 min read Jun 25, 2024 -
Freeganism: The unusual way to save thousands a year
Freeganism challenges consumer culture and capitalism. Here’s what you need to know.
5 min read Jun 26, 2024 -
Capital One vs. Chase
Considering banking with either Chase or Capital One? Here’s how the two compare.
4 min read Jun 25, 2024 -
The pros and cons of CD investing
Certificates of deposit offer peace of mind, but they’re not without some drawbacks.
6 min read Jun 24, 2024 -
What you should (and shouldn’t) store in a safe deposit box
Some items are good candidates for storage in a safe deposit box, but others aren’t.
6 min read Jun 24, 2024 -
5 big financial mistakes new college graduates should avoid
Don’t let these financial mistakes prevent you from reaching your financial goals.
4 min read Jun 24, 2024 -
Ally Bank vs. Marcus by Goldman Sachs
Considering banking with either Ally Bank or Marcus by Goldman Sachs? Here’s how the two compare.
4 min read Jun 24, 2024 -
What happens to a bank account when someone dies?
You can’t take it with you, so what happens to your bank account after you pass on?
6 min read Jun 21, 2024 -
How to transfer money from one bank to another: 4 ways
Keep fees in check when you shift money from one bank account to another.
4 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
Top high-yield savings accounts are now beating inflation. Here’s why that’s important
Savings yields topping inflation could let you hold onto your purchasing power.
6 min read Jun 20, 2024 -
Bankrate’s 2024 Annual Emergency Savings Report
If you’re struggling to pay off debt and build savings, you’re not alone.
12 min read Jun 21, 2024 -
Check or calculate the value of a savings bond online
Knowing a savings bond’s value can help you decide whether to hold it or redeem it.
3 min read Jun 17, 2024 -
Daily ATM withdrawal limits: How much money can you take out?
Knowing your ATM withdrawal limits can make a sudden need for cash easier to handle.
4 min read Jun 17, 2024 -
What is a cashier’s check? Definitions, uses, how to buy one, cost and alternatives
This old-school way of paying is still in demand. Here’s everything you need to know.
5 min read Jun 17, 2024 -
Best business savings accounts for 2024
Here are some of the best savings accounts you can sign up for as a business owner.
8 min read Jun 13, 2024
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