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Aug. 15, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates: August 15, 2025 -- Earn up to 5.00% APY

High-yield savings accounts now offer 4.00% APY or more -- see today's best rates and pick the perfect spot to grow your money faster.
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Aug. 14, 2025 | By James McClenathen

These 3 Red Flags Mean It's Time to Switch Bank Accounts

Are you earning a low interest rate, paying fees, or not getting the high APY your bank advertised? Find out here -- and find a better bank today.
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Aug. 14, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Up to 5.00% APY: These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 14, 2025

The best high-yield savings accounts offer 4.00% APY or higher now -- check today's top rates and choose the right place to grow your money.
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Aug. 13, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: August 13, 2025 -- Up to 5.00% APY

Top high-yield savings accounts in early August offer 4.00% APY or more -- see today's best rates and find the best spot to grow your money.
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Aug. 12, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Here's Why Americans Are Moving Their Savings Out of Big Banks This Summer

Your big bank is probably paying you next to nothing in interest. Learn why Americans are switching to high-yield savings accounts.
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Aug. 12, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates: August 12, 2025 -- Earn Up to 5.00% APY

As of early August, top high-yield savings accounts offer 4.00% APY or higher -- explore today's best rates and see where your money can grow the most.
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Aug. 11, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Leaving $10,000 in a Chase Savings Account Could Cost You $400 a Year

Leaving $10,000 in a Chase savings account means you could be missing out on $400 a year in interest. Learn how to earn more today.
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Aug. 11, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Looking for the Best High-Yield Savings Rates on August 11, 2025? Earn up to 5.00% APY Today

Early August brings high-yield savings accounts paying 4.00% APY or more -- see today's best rates and find where your money can grow the fastest.
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Aug. 9, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Keeping Your Savings in a Wells Fargo Account Could Cost You a Flight Every Year

Wells Fargo's savings account pays just 0.01% APY. See how switching to a high-yield savings account could earn you hundreds more per year.
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Aug. 9, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Today's Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates for August 9, 2025 -- Earn Up to 5.00% APY

As of early August, high-yield savings accounts are offering 4.00% APY or more -- check out today's top rates and see where your money can earn the most.
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Aug. 8, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Up to 5.00% APY: These Are the Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 8, 2025

High-yield savings accounts offer APYs of 4.00% or more as of early August. Here are some of the highest-paying accounts now.
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Aug. 7, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 7, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Now paying up to 5.00% APY, today's high-yield savings accounts might not stay this rewarding for long -- lock in a top rate before these offers disappear.
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Aug. 6, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 6, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Today's high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- grow your money faster with full access and no need to lock in your cash.
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Aug. 5, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Rocket Money Promises to Make Budgeting Easy. Does It Deliver?

Rocket Money has a handful of great tools designed to help you save. Here's what you'll get for as low as $6 a month.
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Aug. 5, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 5, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Earn up to 5.00% APY with today's high-yield savings accounts -- grow your money faster with flexible access and no long-term commitment required.
A young woman wearing a hat holds a fan of hundred dollar bills.
Aug. 4, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 4, 2025: Up to 5.00%

High-yield savings accounts are paying up to 5.00% APY today -- grow your money faster with full access and zero long-term commitment.
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Aug. 3, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

I Lost $700 a Year in Interest With My Wells Fargo Savings Account. Why I Finally Made the Switch

I moved my savings from Wells Fargo to SoFi, and now I'm earning hundreds more in interest each year. See how you can do the same today.
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Aug. 2, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Is Rocket Money Worth Paying For? Here's What You Really Get

Rocket Money Premium costs as little as $6 a month. Here's a breakdown of what you get and whether it's worth the price.
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Aug. 2, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 2, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Today's best high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- enjoy faster growth, easy access, and no long-term commitment required.
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Aug. 1, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

The High-Yield Savings Trend Is Exploding -- Don't Miss Out

Some high-yield savings accounts are paying over 4.00% APY right now. See why this savings trend is exploding and how you can start earning more today.
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Aug. 1, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, August 1, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Earn up to 5.00% APY with today's top high-yield savings accounts -- grow your money faster with flexible access and no long-term commitment.
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July 31, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, July 31, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Grow your money faster while keeping it accessible. Earn up to 5.00% APY with today's top high-yield savings accounts -- no long-term commitment required.
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July 30, 2025 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

I Made One Simple Switch and Earned Hundreds More in Interest

Switching to a high-yield savings account in 2020 has earned me thousands in interest -- and it's still the easiest money win I've ever made.
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July 30, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Here's How Big Banks Are Profiting Off Your Laziness, and What to Do About It

Big banks are quietly profiting off your low savings rate. Here's how much it's costing you and how you can fix it in minutes.
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July 30, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Keeping Your Savings in a Bank of America Account Could Cost You a Flight Every Year

Keeping your money in a Bank of America savings account could be costing you hundreds of dollars a year. Here's what to do instead.