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Online Banks Still Lead on Rates, But Is Switching Worth it Now?
As interest rates trend down, online banks keep an edge on yields, but service, access and flexibility still matter. Here’s how the trade-offs stack up.
By Paige Cerulli
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4 Great Tools to DIY Your Own Financial Plan
Smart Savings Several tools picked out by Kiplinger that DIYers can use to make their own financial plan.
By Chris Taylor
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Should You Renew Your CD?
With rate cuts impacting earnings, we examine if now is a wise time to renew CDs.
By Ella Vincent
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Where to Store Your Cash in 2026
Set yourself up for success with these strategies.
By Sean Jackson
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CDs vs Bonds: Which Is Better for You?
If you're considering CDs vs bonds, here's a breakdown of how each works.
By Donna LeValley
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Fed's Rate Cuts Could Have Impacts You Might Not Anticipate
Understanding how lower interest rates could impact your wallet can help you determine the right financial moves to make.
By Alex Astin, MBA, CEP®, IAR
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CD vs. Money Market: Where to Put Your Year-End Bonus Now
Falling interest rates have savers wondering where to park cash. Here's how much $10,000 earns in today's best CDs versus leading money market accounts.
By Choncé Maddox
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Smart Money Moves Savers Should Make in 2026
Sponsored by Physicians Mutual
These steps will get you on the road to achieving your 2026 savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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A Checklist for High-Net-Worth Individuals
A strategic guide to managing, preserving, and expanding your wealth for long-term financial security.
By Dori Zinn
