Savings Accounts
News, insights and expert analysis on savings accounts from the team at Kiplinger.
Latest
-
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
-
The Best Short-Term CD for Your Cash in 2026This strategy can help you earn thousands in months.
By Sean Jackson
-
3 Reasons to Use a 5-Year CD As You Approach RetirementA five-year CD can help you reach other milestones as you approach retirement.
By Sean Jackson
-
The Cost of Leaving Your Money in a Low-Rate AccountWhy parking your cash in low-yield accounts could be costing you, and smarter alternatives that preserve liquidity while boosting returns.
By Choncé Maddox
-
4 Psychological Tricks to Save More in 2026Psychology and money are linked. Learn how you can use this to help you save more throughout 2026.
By Sean Jackson
-
Savings Calculator: If You Saved $5K Five Years Ago, Here's What You'd Have NowTools 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
Tools -
What to Do When You Bank Lowers Your APYWhy banks lower APYs, options you can explore when it happens and whether more rate cuts are on the horizon.
By Sean Jackson
-
All That Cash in Your Checking Account Might Be Holding You BackKeeping too much cash in your checking account might seem safe, but it could be costing you in missed opportunities.
By Choncé Maddox
-
The Best 3-Year CDs: Earn Up to 4.05%Savings Three-year CDs give you a flexible way to achieve midrange savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
Savings
