High yield savings accounts can pay far more than the national average, but rates, fees, and account rules vary widely. Here's how to compare options and open one the right…
Jenny Ellis6 min read
Vanguard's brokered CDs pay up to 4.50% APY with terms from one month to 10 years, no early withdrawal penalty, but interest compounds differently than at most banks.
Jenny Ellis4 min read
EverBank's CDs pay up to 4.00% APY, and its CDARS option pushes FDIC coverage to $50 million. Here's how the rates, terms and tradeoffs actually stack up.
Jenny Ellis5 min read
What exactly happens when a bond, CD or loan reaches its maturity date? Here's how repayment works, why longer terms pay more, and what callable bonds change.
Jenny Ellis4 min read
Risk averse investors trade higher potential returns for safety and steady income. Here's how CDs, bonds, savings accounts and dividend stocks compare, plus the tradeoffs worth weighing before playing it…
Jenny Ellis7 min read
Fixed interest rates lock in your payment for the life of a loan, but that stability comes at a cost. Here is how fixed rates compare with variable ones, with…
Nichole Martinez5 min read
Discover's savings account still pays 3.30% APY, but new applicants are shut out after the Capital One merger. Here's what current and prospective savers need to know now.
Nichole Martinez5 min read
KeyBank's CD rates swing wildly, from a rock bottom 0.05% on short term certificates to 3.50% APY on select promotional terms. Here's how to tell which is which.
Jenny Ellis6 min read
Third Federal Savings and Loan pays up to 3.75% APY on CDs, with retirement CDs open for just $100. Here's how its rates, terms, and penalties actually compare.
Jenny Ellis5 min read
Annuities promise guaranteed retirement income, but fixed, variable and indexed versions carry very different risks, fees and lockup periods. Here's how to compare them before signing a contract.
Nichole Martinez7 min read
Vanguard's brokered CDs pay up to 4.50% APY across terms from one month to 10 years, with no early withdrawal penalty, but simple interest and a $1,000 minimum change the…
Jenny Ellis5 min read
Money market funds promise a stable $1 share price and steady income, but they aren't insured like a bank account. Here's how they work, what's broken the buck, and how…
Glen Bennett6 min read
Bask Bank pairs a 3.75% APY savings account with an unusual option to earn American Airlines miles instead of cash. Here is how the two accounts compare and who each…
Nichole Martinez5 min read
An FDIC insured account protects up to $250,000 per depositor per bank if your bank fails. Here is how the coverage works, what qualifies, and how to avoid gaps.
Glen Bennett6 min read
E*TRADE's Premium Savings Account pays 3.35% APY and doubles standard FDIC coverage through Morgan Stanley's sweep program. Here's how it stacks up and who should actually open one.
Glen Bennett6 min read
Ally Bank's savings account pays 3.30% APY with no fees or minimums, plus tools like buckets and boosters. Here's how it stacks up against other savings options.
Glen Bennett5 min read
Marcus by Goldman Sachs is paying up to 4.10% APY on select CDs this month. Here's how its rates, terms and penalty rules compare across the bank's full CD lineup.
Glen Bennett5 min read
Certificates of deposit can pay far more than a typical savings account, but locking up your cash comes with real tradeoffs. Here's how CDs work, what they cost, and how…
Glen Bennett8 min read
A high yield savings account can pay far more than a standard savings account, but rates change and access varies. See how to compare APYs, fees, balance rules and withdrawal…
Glen Bennett10 min read
PenFed offers fixed rate certificates with APYs listed as high as 3.10%, but minimum deposits and early withdrawal penalties matter. Compare its money market, IRA, and Coverdell options with flexible…
Nichole Martinez8 min read
Schwab’s brokered CDs offered rates up to 4.30% APY as of June 16, 2026. See the term by term rates, $1,000 minimum, resale risks and steps to compare offers.
Jenny Ellis11 min read
Nuvision Credit Union leads the June 16, 2026 rate snapshot at 4.50% APY, but the offer is capped at $5,000. Compare terms, minimum deposits, membership requirements and penalties before choosing…
Jenny Ellis6 min read
Money market accounts combine interest earning savings with limited checking features. Learn how rates, minimum balances, withdrawal rules and federal insurance compare with savings accounts, CDs and money market funds…
Nichole Martinez11 min read
BrioDirect offers a 3.75% APY savings account with no monthly maintenance fee, but opening requires $5,000. Learn how its withdrawal charges, FDIC coverage, online application and limited account lineup may…
Glen Bennett3 min read