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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts May 2026 — Earn 4.20%High-yield savings account options Kiplinger has found that offer rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.
By Sean Jackson
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2026: Internet Banks*The winners of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best internet banks category.
By Sean Jackson
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2026: Peer-to-Peer Payment Apps
The winners of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best peer-to-peer payment apps category.
By Rachael Green
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The I-Bond Rate Until November Is Mildly Attractive. Here's Why.Investing for Income The current I-bond rate, set in May, is active through October 2026. It presents an attractive value, if not as attractive as in the recent past.
By David Muhlbaum
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The Hidden Costs of the Fed's Rate PauseThe Federal Reserve didn't cut rates. While this benefits savers, learn how it impacts you when you need to borrow money.
By Sean Jackson
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting?Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed meeting this week? Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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Why a 5-year CD is Still Your Best Bet After the Fed MeetingWith the rate pause at the April Fed meeting, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
By Rachael Green
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How To Get the Best Savings Account BonusesA savings account bonus gives your savings a head start while taking advantage of high interest rates before they disappear. Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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Is It Worth Getting a High-Yield Savings Account Before the Fed Meeting?The Fed didn't cut rates at its April meeting, giving savers more time to capitalize on higher rates.
By Sean Jackson
