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Best Money Market Accounts — May 2026Savings Money market accounts offer the flexibility of checking accounts while helping you earn up to 4.00% APY.
By Sean Jackson
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates: May 2026If you want to stay ahead of rising everyday costs, these accounts can help you achieve that.
By Sean Jackson
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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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What's the Best Way to Fund my Grandchild's 529 Plan for College?Is it better to make a lump-sum contribution up front or spread funds out through the years? We asked a college savings professional and a financial planner for their advice.
By Maurie Backman
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts May 2026 — Earn 4.20%High-yield savings account options Kiplinger has found that offer rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.
By Sean Jackson
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Delta's Popular Short-Haul Perk is Going Away — Here's WhyLearn what changes are coming to your shorter trips.
By Sean Jackson
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What are Annuities? The Different Types and How They WorkAnnuities are becoming more popular among savers who want peace of mind and a regular stream of income in retirement.
By Jacob Wolinsky
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Give More, Pay Less: Guide to 2026 Tax-Smart Charitable GivingTax law changes might be confusing, but there are still ways to be generous without sacrificing financial security. A donor-advised fund is a place to start.
By Caleb Lund, CAP®
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This Commonsense Guide Can Make You an Excellent NegotiatorWritten by experts who have experience with high-stakes situations like FBI hostage crises, "Never Settle" stands out by focusing on practical exercises.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
