Savings
Find the latest deals on savings accounts plus ways to maximize yield.
Savings basics
How much should I save each month?
Best money saving apps
These mobile apps can help you build up your bank account by regularly setting aside small amounts of savings.
Legitimate ways to find fast cash
Unexpected events can easily overwhelm your cash reserves. Here are some places to look for a quick source of funds.
High-interest, low-risk savings strategies
No matter the economic environment, there are always ways to earn more on your money, while not taking on too much risk.
Savings spotlight
Latest Articles
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What is the average interest rate for savings accounts?
Comparing savings rates can ensure you get the best return on your savings.
3 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
National average money market account rates for July 2024
Get the latest rates on top-yielding money market accounts.
2 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
Wells Fargo savings account rates
Find out whether Wells Fargo’s savings accounts are for you.
2 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
TD Bank savings account rates
Everything you need to know about the bank’s rates.
2 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
Ally Bank savings account rates
Here’s everything you need to know about Ally Bank’s high-yield savings account.
1 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
American Express savings account rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s high-yield savings account.
1 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
Marcus by Goldman Sachs savings account rates
Here’s what you need to know about the online bank’s HYSA interest rates.
1 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
Discover Bank savings account rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s high-yielding savings account.
1 min read Jul 01, 2024 -
Barclays savings account interest rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s savings account.
1 min read Jul 01, 2024 -
Meet ALICE: 29% of American households who earn above poverty level but don’t have enough to make ends meet
Barely above the poverty line, ALICE households struggle to make ends meet.
5 min read Jun 28, 2024 -
17 legitimate ways to get money fast
Here are some places to look for a source of funds.
6 min read Jun 27, 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 26, 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 -
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 -
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 20, 2024 -
Citizens Bank savings account rates
Looking for a new savings account? Here’s what the Citizens Bank pays in interest.
1 min read Jun 17, 2024 -
USAA Bank savings account rates
USAA offers a modest savings APY, and it’s much less than what you can find at top-yielding banks.
2 min read Jun 17, 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
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