Erin Bendig
Erin pairs personal experience with research and is passionate about sharing personal finance advice with others. Previously, she was a freelancer focusing on the credit card side of finance, but has branched out since then to cover other aspects of personal finance. Erin is well-versed in traditional media with reporting, interviewing and research, as well as using graphic design and video and audio storytelling to share with her readers.
Latest articles by Erin Bendig
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Top Money Market Accounts 2023
Money market accounts are interest-bearing accounts at a bank or credit union, typically paying high interest rates. Here are the best right now.
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Most Common Types of Car Insurance
The following are the most common types of car insurance, which can help you cover expenses in the case of an accident, including medical bills and repairs.
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1-Year CD Rates March 2023
Savings Many 1-year CD accounts are already offering rates of 5% or more. We look at the options on the market.
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What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?
A high-yield savings account is essentially the same as a traditional account with one key difference — they pay a higher than average APY on deposits.
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Will Savings Rates Go Up in 2023?
National savings rates have been rising steadily since March 2022, and are expected to rise through 2023. How high could rates go and should you switch?
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As Fed Raises Rates 0.25%, Savings Rates Set to Rise, Too
Some experts say now would be a good time to lock in a much better savings rate on your accounts.
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Best 5-Year CD Rates for March 2023 as Rates Rise
Here are the best 5-year CD rates as the Fed continues its campaign to raise interest rates to try to combat inflation.
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The Most Popular Car Insurance Companies 2023
These are the most popular car insurance companies on the market
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Savings Calculator: Check How Much Your Money Will Grow
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this calculator can easily show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
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