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How to Make Changing Interest Rates Work for Your Retirement
Higher (or lower) rates can be painful in some ways and helpful in others. The key is being prepared to take advantage of the situation.
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
If you're looking for a reliable way to save money and earn a little extra, a five-year CD can help you reach your savings goals. Here are our top picks.
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?
The FOMC is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at the next Fed meeting.
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Rates Moving Lower on Tariff Fears
Forecasts Fears of a weaker economy after new tariffs were unveiled have outweighed earlier fears of higher inflation.
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Treasury Bills vs Treasury Bonds: Two Big Differences
Treasury bills and bonds are similar, but there are big differences between their maturities and how interest is paid.
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Next Fed Meeting?
Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed's next meeting? Here's what you need to know.
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Is This the Worst Time To Buy a Home?
A new poll shows a vast majority of Americans believe now is a bad time to buy a house, in the worst low in Gallup's history.
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What Is the Federal Funds Rate?
The federal funds rate can impact a host of borrowing costs, and thus the entire U.S. economy.
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CPI Report Puts the Kibosh on Rate Cuts: What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation
CPI Consumer price inflation reared its ugly head to start the year, dashing hopes for the Fed to lower borrowing costs anytime soon.
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