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Earn 3.54% With Series I Bonds
Financial Planning A savings or money market deposit account is best for quick cash, but I bonds can fit into a longer-term savings plan.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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How to Fix Your Credit Reports
Coronavirus and Your Money Before you apply for a mortgage or car loan, check your credit files for errors that could derail your plans.
By Rivan V. Stinson Published
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Switch Accounts for a Better Yield?
Financial Planning If your current account has a reliable history of strong yields, it might be worth sticking around.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Refer a Friend to Your Bank or Credit Card—and Reap Rewards
Making Your Money Last Some major card issuers are giving referral bonuses to eligible cardholders.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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A Retiree’s Guide to Key Dates in 2021
Basics It's critical -- and financially sound -- to hit these important financial deadlines spaced throughout the year.
By Catherine Siskos Published
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A Memoir to Record Your Life Story
Basics Engaging with a company that will write your life story could be a lasting gift to yourself or a family member.
By Alina Tugend Published
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Find Higher Yields for Your Cash
Financial Planning Interest rates are scraping bottom, but here’s a road map to accounts that will help your money grow.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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How to Pick the Right Medicare Plans for You
Healthy Living on a Budget As you're signing up for Medicare, you must learn the basics of Medicare Part A, Part B, Part D, medigap plans, Medicare Advantage plans and even doughnut holes. We'll help you sort out the confusion about signing up for Medicare -- and much more.
By Catherine Siskos Published
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5 ‘Strong Buy’ Dividend Stocks With High Upside
stocks The markets are looking perilous right now, with rising trade tensions and Federal Reserve uncertainty sparking heavy selling.
By Harriet Lefton Published
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