Savings Accounts
News, insights and expert analysis on savings accounts from the team at Kiplinger.
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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 Erin Bendig Last updated
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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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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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10 Best High-Yield Savings Accounts to Grow Your Tax Refund
If you're getting a tax refund this year and want to grow it, here are the best high-yield savings accounts to make it happen.
By Sean Jackson Published
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How to Shelter Your Tax Refund from the CPI Inflation Rate
Are you expecting a tax refund? Here are some ways to grow it so it outpaces the CPI inflation rate.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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How to Keep Your Savings Safe
savings If you want to keep your savings safe but they exceed FDIC and NCUA limits, it's time to open multiple accounts, preferably ones with high yields.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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What to Know About CD Ladders, A Flexible Way to Save
Savings One way to keep your earnings on track is to spread out your cash.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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How to Decide Between a Money Market Account vs High-Yield Savings Account
Debating on where to save your money? Two options include a high-yield savings or a money market account. Discover which one offers you the right fit.
By Erin Bendig Last updated