The Federal Reserve in its mid-March meeting once again held interest rates steady – and it won’t meet again until May 6-7. While you can still find CDs paying 4% and higher — you can see the best CD ...

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For savers who've enjoyed high rates, the Fed's latest cut is both an opportunity and a challenge. Try these 7 smart moves to ...

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As the holiday festivities wind down, it's time to prepare your finances for 2025. With certificates of deposit still offering yields up to 4.27% APY on 12-month terms and the Federal Reserve likely ...

The first interest rate cut of 2025 has just been issued. Here's why a $10,000 long-term CD makes sense to open now.

After climbing to decades-long highs over the course of the last few years, CD rates have generally undergone a gradual decline in the first half of 2025, pros say. That said, there are still some CDs ...

A lot of people hear "CD ladder" and assume it's only for folks with big bucks to invest. But the truth is, you can build one with just $5,000. Looking for a secure place to grow your savings? See our ...

As your CD matures, one wrong move could leave you stuck with a low rate for months or years. Here’s how to keep your ...

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The clock is ticking. The next Federal Reserve meeting concludes on Sept. 17, and most experts expect a rate cut to be announced at that time. For savers, that's bad news: High-yield savings accounts ...