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The 4 best places to keep your emergency fund
The four best places to keep your emergency fund are high-yield savings accounts, money market accounts, no-penalty CDs, and cash management accounts.
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Cash stuffing viral trend: Is it really the best way to budget?
While the viral cash stuffing strategy may offer a tangible way to manage spending, it may not be the most effective or secure budgeting tool for you. Here's why.
Is Apple’s high-yield savings account worth the hype?
Apple's high-yield savings account offers competitive interest rates and convenient integration through Apple devices — but you need an Apple Card to enroll.
High-interest checking accounts are a thing. Should you open one?
A high-interest checking account offers a higher interest rate than traditional checking accounts, allowing you to grow your money faster.
Most Americans don’t save enough. Here are 6 ways to catch up
From creating a realistic budget to automating your savings, these are six proven ways to help you catch up financially.
How much does the average person have in savings? The answer may surprise you
The median account balance was over $5,000, but savings vary based on age, income level, education, expenses, and more.
The 3 money struggles holding Gen Z back from financial security
The top money struggles hindering Gen Z from achieving financial security include a lack of emergency savings, credit card debt, and financial anxieties.
Don’t waste your money on fees: 4 free savings accounts
Discover four fee-free savings accounts that grow your money without any hidden costs. Explore the best options for maximizing your savings and achieving your financial goals.
How much could $1,000 earn in a savings account?
Discover the potential interest you could make on $1,000, and learn how to maximize your earnings and make the most of your money.
These 5 bank fees may be costing you big — here’s how to avoid them
Overdraft fees, foreign transaction fees, and maintenance fees can eat away at your account balance. Learn how to avoid these fees and save.
Is it better to pay off debt or save?
It’s typically a good idea to pay off high-interest debt first while making small additions to your savings.
5 times switching banks is the right move
1. You’re not happy with their services. 2. You’re paying high fees. 3. You want better interest rates. 4. You’re moving. 5. You want more rewards.
Are you saving enough each month? Here’s what the experts say
A good rule of thumb is to save 20% of your monthly income, which follows the popular 50/30/20 budgeting model.
Save like a pro: 6 places to put your cash right now
Take advantage of high interest rates by saving in money market accounts, high-yield savings accounts, CDs, and more.
Set up for success: 7 ways to save big in your 20s
1. Create a budget. 2. Save for retirement. 3. Pay down debt. 4. Build an emergency fund. 5. Automate savings. 6. Cut down on rent. 7. Increase income.
Earn more in interest in a high-yield savings account
High-yield accounts offer higher interest rates, allowing your savings to grow faster. If you have a regular savings account, consider switching to take advantage of these better returns and make...
Most Americans think you need to earn almost $500K to feel rich
Americans believe they would need to earn $233,000 annually to feel financially secure and $483,000 to feel rich. But being rich is more than just your paycheck — it’s about...