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What is FDIC Insurance? Plus Other Agencies that Protect Your MoneyFDIC, NCUA and SIPC insurance all protect your money. Learn how they work and how much each one covers.
By Emma Patch
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The Best No-Penalty CD Rates: May 2026No-penalty CDs provide a high return while giving you the flexibility to access your cash whenever needed. Check out Kiplinger's top choices.
By Sean Jackson
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Trump Accounts Are a No-Brainer if You're Eligible (How to Apply)What's not to like about tax-efficient savings that grow with your child and may even get a $1,000 federal contribution? If you're eligible, it makes sense to sign up.
By Matt Marinovich, CFP®
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5 Money Lessons I Learned From My MomIt's not easy being the family CFO.
By Alexandra Svokos
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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2026: Internet BanksThe winners of the Kiplinger Readers’ Choice Awards' best internet banks category.
By Sean Jackson
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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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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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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
