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CD vs. High-Yield Savings Account: Which is better?
Deciding between a CD vs. high-yield savings account? Here's how to choose based on your savings goals.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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What the House's Vote to Repeal CFPB Bank Overdraft Fees Cap Means For You
The Senate and House voted to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's cap on bank overdraft fees. Here's what you need to know.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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No Cash? No Problem
More and more Americans have abandoned paper money and coins, but there are risks to using peer-to-peer digital payments.
By Sandra Block Last updated
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Zelle App Shut Down? Why Zelle Has Discontinued Its App
With the Zelle app shut down, learn how you can still use Zelle and which other mobile payment apps you might want to consider.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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The Best One-Year CD if You'll Owe Taxes Next Year
A one-year CD allows you to set money aside now for taxes you'll owe next year. We'll show our best choice.
By Sean Jackson Published
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Bet $1,100 on NCAA Game or Save It?
We ran the numbers — see how betting on the big game compares to putting your money in a CD.
By Dori Zinn Published
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The 6 Best Places to Put Your Tax Refund for Growth
Use your 2024 tax refund to boost short-term or long-term financial goals by putting it in one of these six places.
By Rachael Green Published
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Retirees: Is Your Local Bank Closing? Four Ways to Cope
Bank branches are closing across the country. If you are among the retirees who prefer to bank in person, you have some options.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Is Your Local Bank Closing? Why Branches Are Disappearing Nationwide
Major banks are closing branches across the U.S. Discover what's behind the trend and how it could affect your access to in-person banking.
By Paige Cerulli Published