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What to Do When Your CD Matures

You may have a grace period of 10 days or less to move your money, take the cash or roll f...

By Gayle Sato

Sep 15, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

What Is a Share Certificate?

Share certificates are available from credit unions and work like bank CDs. They offer gua...

By Jennifer Brozic

Sep 15, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

What Is a Callable CD?

What makes callable CDs unique is that the issuer can "call them back" early, before they ...

By Marianne Hayes

Sep 14, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

How to Invest in CDs

Knowing how to invest in CDs could help you maximize your returns—and that's where being s...

By Marianne Hayes

Sep 14, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

How Much $100,000 Could Earn in a CD

Here's what you need to know about how much a $100,000 certificate of deposit can earn, ho...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 11, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Best 3 Month CD Rates: Up to 4.25% for September 2026

Before opening a certificate of deposit, make sure you understand current CD trends for th...

By Tim Maxwell

Sep 11, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

How Much $1,000 Could Earn in a CD

See what you could earn with a $1,000 certificate of deposit account (CD) to decide if it'...

By Gayle Sato

Sep 11, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Best Money Market Accounts of September 2026

Compare the best money market accounts (MMAs) available today.

By Louis DeNicola

Sep 11, 2026Money market

How Much $10,000 Could Earn in a CD

The amount of money a $10,000 CD can earn in a year depends on its rate. Take the time to ...

By Gayle Sato

Sep 11, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

How Much $25,000 Could Earn in a CD

If you're looking for a secure way to grow your savings without market risk, here's what a...

By Ben Luthi

Sep 11, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Are Zero-Coupon CDs Worth It?

Zero-coupon CDs are considered low-risk investments that provide reliable gains. Whether i...

By Marianne Hayes

Sep 4, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

6 Reasons to Put Your Emergency Savings Into a Money Market Account

Here are six reasons a money market account that combines features of high-interest saving...

By Gayle Sato

Sep 3, 2026Money market

Should You Use CDs for Retirement Planning?

CDs can be a helpful addition to your retirement planning strategy, but they shouldn't be ...

By Marianne Hayes

Sep 3, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Savings Accounts vs. No-Penalty CDs: Which Is Better?

No-penalty CDs and savings accounts both earn interest while protecting your money. To cho...

By Karen Axelton

Sep 2, 2026Savings account

How to Cancel Automatic Payments

If you’re tired of automatic charges draining your bank account each month, learn how to e...

By Mel Jones

Sep 2, 2026Banking

What Causes CD Rates to Change?

CD rates are closely linked to the federal funds rate. If the Federal Reserve decides to c...

By Marianne Hayes

Sep 2, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

When Is the Best Time to Open a CD?

The best time to open a CD is typically when interest rates are high. CDs are usually FDIC...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 25, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

When Does It Pay to Withdraw Your CD Early?

While most CD account holders keep their money in the CD until its maturity date, there ar...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 25, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

What Is a Zero-Coupon CD?

Zero-coupon CDs can generate above-average returns, though liquidity is limited and you'll...

By Marianne Hayes

Aug 25, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

What Is a CD Barbell?

Using the barbell CD strategy is a way to manage long-term and short-term goals by splitti...

By Taylor Medine

Aug 25, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

What Is a Coverdell Education Savings Account?

If you’re looking for a way to save for your child’s college or K-12 expenses, here’s how ...

By Ben Luthi

Aug 25, 2026Savings account

12 Ways to Use a High-Yield Savings Account

A high-yield savings account can help you save for emergencies, major purchases and other ...

By Karen Axelton

Aug 13, 2026Savings account

Are Money Market Accounts Insured?

Money market accounts are insured up to $250,000 per depositor, per institution, per accou...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 11, 2026Money market

How to Calculate Your CD Returns

CD returns can fluctuate based on several factors, including the APY, amount of your initi...

By John Egan

Aug 11, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

5 Alternatives to Money Market Accounts

Money market accounts have numerous benefits, but there are other ways to save money for t...

By Emily Starbuck Gerson

Aug 11, 2026Money market

4 Alternatives to Big Banks

If you want to avoid working with a big bank, here are a handful of alternatives to consid...

By Ben Luthi

Aug 11, 2026Banking

How to Open a High-Yield Savings Account

You can open a high-yield savings account (HYSA) by comparing accounts, choosing a bank, c...

By Karen Axelton

Aug 11, 2026Savings account

How Long Does It Take to Switch Banks?

Switching banks? Set aside some time on your calendar. The process can take a bit of time ...

By Geoff Williams

Aug 6, 2026Banking

Should Your Small Business Use a Traditional Bank or Online Bank?

Factors such as fees and customer service can swing your small business toward using a tra...

By John Egan

Aug 4, 2026Banking

How Are Money Market Accounts Taxed?

Before you spend the interest you've made in your money market account, set aside a portio...

By Gayle Sato

Aug 4, 2026Money market

Do You Need a Credit Score to Open a Bank Account?

A credit check is part of the application process for credit cards and loans, but banks do...

By Karen Axelton

Aug 4, 2026Banking

Do College Students Need a Checking and a Savings Account?

Having both a checking account and a savings account in college isn't necessary, but can o...

By Karen Axelton

Aug 4, 2026Savings account

Can You Lose Money With a CD?

CDs are at low risk for loss, but beware of withdrawing money before your maturity date or...

By Gayle Sato

Aug 4, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

4 Best Ways to Use a Money Market Account

A money market account is a good place to save money for short-term financial goals. It ea...

By Marianne Hayes

Aug 3, 2026Money market

What Is a Promotional CD Rate?

Promotional CDs offer higher-than-average CD rates that can provide you with a better retu...

By Taylor Medine

Aug 3, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Top 6 Strategies for CD Savers

Proven CD investment strategies can help you achieve your financial goals. Learn how to ma...

By Tim Maxwell

Aug 3, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Should I Put My Emergency Fund in a CD?

Certificates of deposit (CDs) usually earn higher interest than standard savings accounts,...

By Karen Axelton

Aug 3, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

8 Benefits of Direct Deposit

Direct deposit might be exactly what you need to streamline your financial life and make m...

By Mel Jones

Jul 28, 2026Banking

4 Ways to Save Money on ATM Cash Withdrawals

Learn how you can withdraw cash from ATMs without paying out-of-network or operator ATM fe...

By Louis DeNicola

Jul 22, 2026Banking

How Are CDs Taxed?

Report interest you've earned on a CD or other interest-earning account on your federal ta...

By Gayle Sato

Jul 21, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Do Freelancers Need a Business Checking Account?

Business accounts often come with features like expense tracking that can help freelancers...

By Taylor Medine

Jul 7, 2026Checking account

How You Can Recover From a Bounced Check

If you have issued or received a check that bounces there are some steps you can take to p...

By Emily Cahill

Jun 23, 2026Checking account

Can You Use a Check With an Old Address?

Checks with an old address may still be used as long as the routing and checking account n...

By Taylor Medine

Jun 23, 2026Checking account

What Happens to Your Money if Your Bank Fails?

Learn about what happens when a bank fails, how the FDIC protects your money and how to fi...

By Mel Jones

Jun 18, 2026Banking

What to Do if Your Bank Branch Closes

Physical bank branches remain an important routine for many people who want personal inter...

By Kathryn Pomroy

Jun 18, 2026Banking

Is It Safe to Have All of Your Accounts at One Bank?

Banking at one bank is usually safe, but the $250,000 cap on deposit insurance could make ...

By Taylor Medine

Jun 10, 2026Banking

Why Do High-Yield Savings Account Rates Change?

If you have a high-yield savings account, here’s what you need to know about how interest ...

By Ben Luthi

Jun 3, 2026Savings account

What Is an Online Savings Account?

An online savings account is an account you manage online, through a mobile app, over the ...

By Kim Porter

May 29, 2026Savings account

What Is the Minimum Deposit for a CD?

CD minimum deposit requirements range from $0 to $2,500 or more depending on a range of fa...

By Tim Maxwell

May 28, 2026Certificate of deposit (CD)

Do High-Yield Savings Accounts Have Fees?

High-yield savings account fees can vary from one financial institution to the next. Some ...

By Marianne Hayes

May 27, 2026Savings account

What Is an Emergency Savings Account (ESA)?

Emergency savings accounts are a safe place for employees to build cash reserves to cover ...

By Jennifer Brozic

May 26, 2026Savings account

How to Calculate Your Bank Account APY

Calculating your bank account APY tells you how much interest you could earn in a year and...

By Ben Luthi

May 22, 2026Savings account

What Is a Tiered Savings Account?

The interest you earn on a tiered savings account varies based on your account balance. Hi...

By Jennifer Brozic

May 22, 2026Savings account

Pros and Cons of High-Yield Savings Accounts

There are pros and cons of a high-yield savings account, but the advantages may be worth i...

By Marianne Hayes

May 20, 2026Savings account

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Banking

What to Do When Your CD Matures

What Is a Share Certificate?

What Is a Callable CD?

How to Invest in CDs

How Much $100,000 Could Earn in a CD

Best 3 Month CD Rates: Up to 4.25% for September 2026

How Much $1,000 Could Earn in a CD

Best Money Market Accounts of September 2026

How Much $10,000 Could Earn in a CD

How Much $25,000 Could Earn in a CD

Are Zero-Coupon CDs Worth It?

6 Reasons to Put Your Emergency Savings Into a Money Market Account

Should You Use CDs for Retirement Planning?

Savings Accounts vs. No-Penalty CDs: Which Is Better?

How to Cancel Automatic Payments

What Causes CD Rates to Change?

When Is the Best Time to Open a CD?

When Does It Pay to Withdraw Your CD Early?

What Is a Zero-Coupon CD?

What Is a CD Barbell?

What Is a Coverdell Education Savings Account?

12 Ways to Use a High-Yield Savings Account

Are Money Market Accounts Insured?

How to Calculate Your CD Returns

5 Alternatives to Money Market Accounts

4 Alternatives to Big Banks

How to Open a High-Yield Savings Account

How Long Does It Take to Switch Banks?

Should Your Small Business Use a Traditional Bank or Online Bank?

How Are Money Market Accounts Taxed?

Do You Need a Credit Score to Open a Bank Account?

Do College Students Need a Checking and a Savings Account?

Can You Lose Money With a CD?

4 Best Ways to Use a Money Market Account

What Is a Promotional CD Rate?

Top 6 Strategies for CD Savers

Should I Put My Emergency Fund in a CD?

8 Benefits of Direct Deposit

4 Ways to Save Money on ATM Cash Withdrawals

How Are CDs Taxed?

Do Freelancers Need a Business Checking Account?

How You Can Recover From a Bounced Check

Can You Use a Check With an Old Address?

What Happens to Your Money if Your Bank Fails?

What to Do if Your Bank Branch Closes

Is It Safe to Have All of Your Accounts at One Bank?

Why Do High-Yield Savings Account Rates Change?

What Is an Online Savings Account?

What Is the Minimum Deposit for a CD?

Do High-Yield Savings Accounts Have Fees?

What Is an Emergency Savings Account (ESA)?

How to Calculate Your Bank Account APY

What Is a Tiered Savings Account?

Pros and Cons of High-Yield Savings Accounts