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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting in May?
Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed's next meeting? Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Where to Move Your Money Before the Next Fed Meeting
Savings rates remain high. And with the Fed unlikely to conduct rate cuts at its May meeting, it gives savers more time to maximize returns.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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How to Make Changing Interest Rates Work for Your Retirement
Higher (or lower) rates can be painful in some ways and helpful in others. The key is being prepared to take advantage of the situation.
By Phil Cooper Published
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Best 5-Year CD Rates
If you're looking for a reliable way to save money and earn a little extra, a five-year CD can help you reach your savings goals. Here are our top picks.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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When Is the Next Fed Meeting?
The FOMC is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at the next Fed meeting.
By Dan Burrows Last updated
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Rates Moving Lower on Tariff Fears
Forecasts Fears of a weaker economy after new tariffs were unveiled have outweighed earlier fears of higher inflation.
By David Payne Last updated
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Treasury Bills vs Treasury Bonds: Two Big Differences
Treasury bills and bonds are similar, but there are big differences between their maturities and how interest is paid.
By Tom Taulli Last updated
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Is This the Worst Time To Buy a Home?
A new poll shows a vast majority of Americans believe now is a bad time to buy a house, in the worst low in Gallup's history.
By Alexandra Svokos Last updated
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What Is the Federal Funds Rate?
The federal funds rate can impact a host of borrowing costs, and thus the entire U.S. economy.
By Jeff Reeves Last updated