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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.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
If you're looking to save for short-term goals, a five-year CD offers a risk-free way to grow your money.
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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Where to Move Your Money Before the Next Fed Meeting
Take advantage of high savings rates before future Fed cuts could erode savings rates.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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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.
By Alexandra Svokos Last updated
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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.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated
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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.
By Dan Burrows Published
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How to Benefit from Rising Interest Rates
Financial Planning Savers will get the best rates from top-yielding savings and money market deposit accounts at online banks.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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January Jobs Report Keeps Rates on Pause: What the Experts Are Saying
Jobs Report Solid labor market conditions point to the Fed maintaining a cautious stance on borrowing costs.
By Dan Burrows Published
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