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Obsessed With Rate Moves? How to Focus Less on the FedReshuffling funds to get higher yields? Holding out for the right time to borrow? A durable plan for your cash means you can stop obsessing over interest rates.
By Kevin Brauer, MBA, CPA, CMA
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20 Ways to Clean Up Your Finances This SpringSpring cleaning is therapeutic and stops costly problems from building up around the home. Why not tackle the dusty corners of your finances at the same time?
By Lisa Gerstner
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529 Funds and a Roth IRA: How to Use One to Jumpstart the OtherWant to boost your retirement savings? You can roll over unused funds from your 529 plan into a Roth IRA, tax-free, as long as certain conditions are met.
By Erin Bendig
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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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Women Are Strong Savers. So, Why Do Their Balances Often Lag Behind?Many women are consistent savers, but long-term balances don't always reflect those habits. Here's what's behind the gap — and what can help change it.
By Choncé Maddox
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70 Valuable Things You Can Get for Freesavings Only one thing beats getting a good price on something, and that’s getting it for free.
By Bob Niedt
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How Much Savings Do You Actually Need to Feel Financially Secure? Start With These 3 BenchmarksFrom your first $1,000 cushion to a full emergency fund, here's how to build savings in stages and why each level matters.
By Choncé Maddox
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The Wealth-Building Roadmap That Works at Any AgeA phase-based approach tied to your finances — not your birth year — can help you build wealth whether you’re just starting out or catching up.
By Paige Cerulli
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The Best Short-Term CD for Your Cash in 2026This strategy can help you earn thousands in months.
By Sean Jackson
