Savings Accounts
News, insights and expert analysis on savings accounts from the team at Kiplinger.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates: January 2026
If you want to achieve short-term savings goals, these are the best options to consider. Best of all, they're fee-free.
By Sean Jackson
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting in January?
Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed meeting next week? Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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High-Yield Savings Accounts to Get Before the Fed Meeting
Even with rate cuts, some savings accounts can help you earn a rate that outpaces inflation and reaches your goals quickly.
By Sean Jackson
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CD vs. High-Yield Savings Account: Which is better?
Deciding between a CD and a high-yield savings account? Here's how to choose based on your savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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Savings Calculator: If You Saved $5K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have Now
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this simple calculator can show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
By Sean Jackson
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Best 529 Plans of 2026
Check out the best 529 plans of 2026 to find the best plan for your child or grandchild’s college savings.
By Erin Bendig
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What to Do When You Bank Lowers Your APY
Why banks lower APYs, options you can explore when it happens and whether more rate cuts are on the horizon.
By Sean Jackson
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All That Cash in Your Checking Account Might Be Holding You Back
Keeping too much cash in your checking account might seem safe, but it could be costing you in missed opportunities.
By Choncé Maddox
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The Best 3-Year CDs of 2026
Savings Achieve your savings goals and outpace inflation with our top 3-year CDs picks.
By Sean Jackson
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