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SEP IRA vs. Solo 401(k): Which Is Better for You?
Two retirement plans, the solo 401(k) and SEP IRAs, allow small business owners and the self-employed to save up to $69,000 annually.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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How to Write a Check for a Wedding Gift
There are some guidelines to writing a check for a wedding gift for newlyweds.
By Alexandra Svokos Last updated
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Best Money Market Accounts
Savings A money market account offers you ease of access to your cash that other savings accounts don't. You'll also earn a rate outpacing inflation.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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How the Federal Reserve's Decision to Hold Rates Steady Affects Your Savings
Explore how the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates influences the yields on high-yield savings accounts and CDs.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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You Can Get Better Yield with a Jumbo CD or Money Market Account
Maximize your savings with top-yielding jumbo accounts and high-interest savings options.
By Ella Vincent Published
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting in May?
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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15 Estate Planning Terms You Need to Know
Sometimes industry jargon can turn otherwise understandable concepts into stumbling blocks. Here are simplified explanations, definitions and uses for some estate planning tools.
By Donna LeValley Published
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Does Your State Make it Easier to Save Money?
The state you live in can influence how well you're able to save money. See which states make saving easier.
By Sean Jackson Published
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Why It's Worth Getting a High-Yield Savings Account Before the Fed Meeting
The Fed meets on May 6 and 7. With a rate cut unlikely this time around, it gives savers more time to maximize returns.
By Erin Bendig Last updated