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Explore essential habits of the ultra-rich — frugality, multiple income sources and smart investing — and how to apply them on your own wealth-building journey.
Millionaires may seem extraordinary, but their success often comes down to three simple financial habits anyone can adopt.
By Jacob Wolinsky Published
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The Best 3-Year CDs of 2025
Savings A three-year CD helps you earn a guaranteed rate of return that outpaces inflation. See our top choices.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings Are you interested in a certificate of deposit? We choose the top options for a wide variety of terms, so you can find the one that meets saving goals.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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Are Banks Open on Good Friday in 2025?
Good Friday is almost here, but not everyone has the day off on Friday, April 18.
By Karee Venema Last updated
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Savings Calculator: If You Saved $5K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Now
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this simple calculator can show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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How to Cash in Savings Bonds
savings Whether you bought savings bonds during inflation’s peak or have older bonds collecting dust, take these steps to cash them in.
By Ella Vincent Last updated
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CD vs. High-Yield Savings Account: Which is better?
Deciding between a CD vs. high-yield savings account? Here's how to choose based on your savings goals.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?
The FOMC is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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How to Find the Best Jumbo CD Rates
The market is still favorable for savers. And if you have a lot of cash and want to earn a healthy rate of return risk-free, a jumbo CD is a smart choice.
By Erin Bendig Last updated