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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to De-Risk Your Portfolio in 5 Different Scenarios ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you're worried about the market or your personal circumstances, take these steps to help you sleep at night. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ nellie.huang@futurenet.com (Nellie S. Huang) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Nellie S. Huang ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/how-to-de-risk-your-portfolio-dJk7NSmqnbSzcwVFG84Rik-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Money Market Accounts vs No-Penalty CDs: Which Is the Best Way to Grow My Cash? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Explore how both of these options can help you reach your savings goals and when to use each. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nQCq8wAmV34o7VPvEjHdRW-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Best Savings Accounts for Retirees to Maximize Your Cash ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ For retirees seeking less risky savings options, here are a few recommendations based on your preferences. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cjKdqw4j2V4y48bGr396KZ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Jumbo CD vs High-Yield Savings: Which is the Best Place to Store $100k? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you're looking to stash some cash in a less risky venture, I'll break down two of the best accounts to consider. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xVvHikfEupav6CFBVfWWYH-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Your Tax Refund Could Earn Instead of Sitting With the IRS ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Many taxpayers celebrate a large refund. But that same money might have quietly earned interest or investment returns all year long. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:45:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Choncé Maddox ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EJyVKHiqCyELWB7fp7EPvW-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Women Are Strong Savers. So, Why Do Their Balances Often Lag Behind? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Many women are consistent savers, but long-term balances don't always reflect those habits. Here's what's behind the gap — and what can help change it. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:40:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Family Savings]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Choncé Maddox ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FeBaVRYM7bkCvJJ7ZfbhX3-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Best Short-Term CD for Your Cash in 2026  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ This strategy can help you earn thousands in months. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AB2gN45QBzSSFCoDdqT2jk-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 3 Reasons to Use a 5-Year CD As You Approach Retirement  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A five-year CD can help you reach other milestones as you approach retirement. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VR4AgYCi5y5XmUxo2Cjcr5-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Cost of Leaving Your Money in a Low-Rate Account ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/savings-accounts/the-cost-of-low-rate-savings-accounts</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Why parking your cash in low-yield accounts could be costing you, and smarter alternatives that preserve liquidity while boosting returns. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Choncé Maddox ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D9Si3dpeDNjuNwuihLGE7C-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 4 Psychological Tricks to Save More in 2026 ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Psychology and money are linked. Learn how you can use this to help you save more throughout 2026. ]]>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh to Fed Chair. How Will This Impact Savers? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Here's a look at how Warsh could influence future Fed policy if he's confirmed. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:07:42 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZGGtPLwFZDwgt9rbeTwaRH-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Why Your Bank Suddenly Lowered Your APY — And What to Do Next ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Why banks lower APYs, options you can explore when it happens and whether more rate cuts are on the horizon. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:10:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                            <![CDATA[ Your best options depend on how soon you'll need the money and your tolerance for risk. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kerri Anne Renzulli ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YzfzkEft543CxbwyTCtXuc-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ These strategies of what to do when you have a CD maturing soon will have you maximizing returns even with rate cuts. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:10:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:29:56 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s8upEtJW4RRTUufn7v7GWS-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Online banks offer generous APYs that most brick-and-mortar banks can't match. If you want to make the switch to online but have been hesitant, I'll show you how to do it safely. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:37:39 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5UQbmvjJpZfqtWn5RReQS8-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ You might be surprised at how fast a jumbo CD helps you reach your goals. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:21:51 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:01:15 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PEL5VUkSiNVdtoAoHFUZrb-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ As interest rates trend down, online banks keep an edge on yields, but service, access and flexibility still matter. Here’s how the trade-offs stack up. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:30:45 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:20:27 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Paige Cerulli ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ypG3Bgvo74pP5sQo2CufQB-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ With rate cuts impacting earnings, we examine if now is a wise time to renew CDs. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:25:38 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:57:50 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ ella.vincent@futurenet.com (Ella Vincent) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ella Vincent ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tUNwpoNLkVf2EJW8fbvqpR-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Where to Store Your Cash in 2026 ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Set yourself up for success with these strategies. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:10:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:03:28 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qeyMVmw22Aea7NhTpoKbw4-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Falling interest rates have savers wondering where to park cash. Here's how much $10,000 earns in today's best CDs versus leading money market accounts. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:28:55 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Choncé Maddox ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/85FBGv2GayUYV5BDLYBYhj-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ The "soft switching" banking trend allows you to explore a new bank account while keeping your primary one. See how it could benefit you. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:14:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:47:55 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/E4rVvYUrYmPkcsPtP3K53g-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Discover which option can help you reach your savings goals quickly. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:33:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:36:10 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/taZ6a8ywXuNrLqfCY7XgPS-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ These savings solutions can help you maximize returns without the risk. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 21:03:59 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:26:44 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JoFaEJotfHHybhYJG2VKeN-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ The Fed recently cut rates. Here's where to maximize your savings while rates remain higher. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wPAsmQWoJzp6jskiLuEgW5-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Where to Deposit Your Social Security Check  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ If you receive Social Security checks, where you deposit them matters because it can help grow your earnings. See the best options. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k2NFqzZzSBnTS3btpxzndG-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Top Places to Park $10K (or More) as Rates Start to Fall ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ With more rate cuts upcoming, here are some smart places to maximize your savings on $10,000. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                            <![CDATA[ Despite a rate cut and inflation, these moves can still help you reach your savings goals quickly. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 16:11:49 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/frtyGXSTcD2dHHZLkqoJqH-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I Have $150,000 That I Don’t Need Anytime Soon, but I Don’t Want To Put It in the Market. What Should I Do? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ My strategy offers a guaranteed return that can earn you thousands effortlessly. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 21:14:57 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aK2jNuTZJKpamKyfXxVXjV-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ As interest rates fall, homeowners may celebrate while savers feel the pinch. Here’s what the change could mean for your money. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:29:42 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Interest Rates]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Choncé Maddox ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HaKNTvqTHTA2z2Xc5DvVr8-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ $40,000 CD vs. $40,000 High-Yield Savings Account: 3 Things Savers Should Consider Now ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Both options offer risk-free methods to grow your savings. Learn how much you can earn with each, how they differ and which one suits you best. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:23:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:54:18 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j2H7ADx9gUk2Nd4jtgajg4-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ The Fed meets next week and will likely cut rates. Learn how savers can stay ahead of the game even with lower returns. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:27:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Savings Accounts]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UZxJtU4JhzKQbMFLgCXyr9-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ With rising inflation, it's more important than ever to choose the right savings account to stay ahead. Here are the best options. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:29:44 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/y7zPQttrMzn4nJ7px98z8R-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ The Fed will likely reduce interest rates in mid-September. Financial experts explain where retirees should invest now to boost retirement funds. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 16:03:08 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Maurie Backman ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9wZdXyxSmFhn4X7nJ5mTYj-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Why a mix of CDs can protect $50,000 from shrinking yields. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:32:01 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/coktT8uKx3kADBK7XQog9f-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Before paying for your grandkids' education, it's important to consider how to help them without risking your own retirement. Here are 10 things to think about. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[College]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Waters ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EXNZ4nPmu2tfhYD9GRp8oE-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Knowing what's coming can help savers prepare and maximize returns. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 18:26:29 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/foNJBsAi2Rk77BV9mvUQNE-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ For Savers Who Hate Surprises, This Strategy Delivers ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ This approach gives you peace of mind, regardless of whether rate cuts happen. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 21:53:22 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KzkEMFfgfxned86Z3REX4E-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ High-Yield Saving Options Before Rate Cuts Hit ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Savers can still access higher savings rates. However, with a rate cut looming, you have a tighter window to capitalize. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 17:38:51 +0000</updated>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ You'll Kick Yourself in the Summer if You Don't Make This Savings Move Now ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ These are the moves to make now while rates remain higher. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:03:52 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j8Vw6xmC7GTuxwy4HpQtfV-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Rules of 'Revenge Saving' to Take Control of Your Finances ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ From post-pandemic spending to rising prices, Americans are saving with new urgency. Here's how to channel that momentum into lasting change. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 23 Jul 2025 18:14:53 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Choncé Maddox ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wiWxcM6EBcsDJEMXBvpn6S-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Money for Your Kids? Three Ways Trump's ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Impacts Your Child's Finances  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The Trump tax bill could help your child with future education and homebuying costs. Here’s how. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:17:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:51:10 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3mdWQcXxx5QhyCsSbBr5C7-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ Are you a parent? The so-called ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ (OBBB) impacts several key tax incentives that can affect your family this year and beyond. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:07:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:40:02 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Kate Schubel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/t2NdC5axfKokgpSNzcsXTa-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Cord Cutting Could Help You Save Over $10,000 in 10 Years ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ How cutting the cord can save you money and how those savings can grow over time. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:55:04 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Reyna Gobel ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wtJgsMGbsSvXt8TURcMFKC-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Savings Account Earns You More Than $4,000. Here's How ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ See how a jumbo CD can help you reach your savings goals quicker. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:31:34 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TusE3v79aEdfdb42ZbaoyK-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ All That Cash in Your Checking Account Might Be Holding You Back ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keeping too much cash in your checking account might seem safe, but it could be costing you in missed opportunities. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 10:45:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 21:00:09 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Choncé Maddox ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/deWXbFf5Rg3tZFddRrgHyU-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ A Smart Way to Combat Economic Rollercoasters: CD Ladders ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ With rates on CDs remaining high for now, a CD ladder allows you to maximize your returns with flexibility to your cash when you need it. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TqNbpZst5DKMrzFbNvR3E3-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Rich, Single and Saving Smart: How to Maximize Your Money ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ High-net-worth individuals often have plenty of cash on hand, but to truly maximize your income, that money needs to work for you. Here’s how. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 16 May 2025 08:57:59 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jacob Wolinsky ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hvJM5LWeUDq8kwX5omxEFE-1280-80.jpg">
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                            <![CDATA[ The President has backed off on firing Powell. Instead, he recently announced he fired Fed Gov Lisa Cook. ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 20:29:10 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:11:06 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Sean Jackson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FtXcqZtSmQWGjfRubcAzMh-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Use This One-Year CD if You’ll Owe Taxes Next Year ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A one-year CD allows you to set money aside now for taxes you'll owe next year. We'll show our best choice. ]]>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Happens If You Bet $1,100 on the NCAA Men’s Championship Instead of Saving It? ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ We ran the numbers — see how betting on the big game compares to putting your money in a CD. ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Dori Zinn ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4hYQ97tkNjcHZFmEqLvFv4-1280-80.jpg">
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