Savings Accounts
News, insights and expert analysis on savings accounts from the team at Kiplinger.
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Callable CDs: Was Your High-Yield CD Called Back Before It Matured?
Here's what you need to know about callable CDs, which let banks redeem your CD before its official maturity date.
By Erin Bendig
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10 Myths About Health Savings Accounts
savings When you’re choosing a health plan for the year, one option may be a high-deductible plan that makes you eligible to contribute to a health savings account.
By Kimberly Lankford
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Five FAQs About 529 College Savings Plans
Thanks to recent policy changes, families have more options for what to do with money sitting in tax-advantaged 529 accounts.
By Mallika Mitra
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Three Best CDs Still Available, Even After a Drop in Rates
Even though CD rates fell after the Fed's latest meeting, several accounts still offer impressive rates.
By Erin Bendig
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Recently, 529s hit a new milestone — over half a trillion dollars is being saved in 529 plans across the country.
Recently, 529s hit a new milestone with over half a trillion dollars being saved in plans across the country. Why are 529 plans so popular?
By Erin Bendig
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Best 6% Interest Savings Accounts
Want 6% interest on your savings? You could earn an APY of 6% or higher with these accounts, but you'll want to lock in rates soon.
By Erin Bendig
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Which of These Savings Accounts Should You Be Using?
Money market accounts and CDs have a few key differences. Here's how they differ and when you should should one over the other.
By Erin Bendig
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Disgusted With Your Savings Interest Rate? Time to Switch
If your money is parked in a low-rate savings account, you could be earning hundreds or even thousands more by switching to one of these three options instead.
By Michael Joseph, CFA
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Get Ready to Let Go of Safe Cash Investments
High-yield savings accounts are about to pull less of a punch. Here's a look at what to do with your savings once interest rates drop.
By Kim Clark
