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Best Low-Volatility ETFs for When the Market Is a Roller Coaster

ETFs It's been a volatile few weeks for the stock market, and that has investors sniffing out low-volatility ETFs. Let's talk about their strengths and their limitations.

If Trump Fires Jerome Powell, What Happens To Savings and Mortgage Rates?

President Donald Trump expressed his desire to remove Fed Chair Jerome Powell. If the president is successful, how would it impact your savings accounts?

By Sean Jackson Last updated 16 July 25

Savings Accounts
Stock Market Today: Powell Rumors Spark Volatile Day for Stocks

Stocks sold off sharply intraday after multiple reports suggested President Trump is considering firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

By Karee Venema Published 16 July 25

Stocks
Callable CDs Have High Rates. We Still Don't Recommend You Get Them

Investors must carefully consider the trade-offs, as falling interest rates could lead to reinvestment at a lower yield and make selling on the secondary market difficult.

By John Waggoner Published 16 July 25

Investing

Personal Finance

Savings

Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates

Are you looking for the best no-fee high-yield savings rates? Our top picks earn you 4.35%.

Savings Accounts

Taxes

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Five Big Beautiful Bill Changes and How Wealthy Retirees Can Benefit

Here's how wealthy retirees can plan for the changes in the new tax legislation, including what it means for tax rates, the SALT cap, charitable giving, estate taxes and other deductions and credits.

Retirement Planning

Retirement

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When Will I Receive My 2025 Social Security Checks?

Find out when you can expect your 2025 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.

Social Security