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April 25, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Banks Hope You Ignore This: Why $10K in Checking Could Cost You in April 2025

Keeping $10K in checking could cost you hundreds of dollars in lost interest. Start earning more with a high-yield savings account with an APY over 4.00%.
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April 25, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Earn up to 5% APY in a High-Yield Savings Account Today, April 25, 2025

High-yield savings accounts are offering APYs of up to 5.00% today. These rates won't be around forever -- take advantage now while they last.
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April 25, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, April 25, 2025: Up to 4.65%

Take advantage of today's short-term CD rates -- up to 4.65% -- to lock in a competitive rate before potential Fed rate cuts in the coming months.
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April 25, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

$20K in a CD Today? Here's the April 2025 Payout You Can Expect

CD rates are solid in April 2025, but high-yield savings accounts are offering comparable rates. Here's why it might be smarter to keep your $20,000 flexible.
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April 24, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Earn up to 5% APY in a High-Yield Savings Account Today, April 24, 2025

APYs of up to 5.00% are available on high-yield savings accounts today. Let your money start working harder for you.
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April 24, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, April 24, 2025: Up to 4.65%

Short-term CD rates are as high as 4.65% today. Lock one in now while rates remain competitive.
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April 24, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Forget CDs in April 2025, Even With Rates up to 4.65%. Here's Where to Put Your Money Instead

Current CD rates may be tempting, but there's a smarter way to grow your savings. Find out why high-yield savings accounts deserve a closer look.
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April 23, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Earn up to 5% APY in a High-Yield Savings Account Today, April 23, 2025

High-yield savings accounts with APYs up to 5.00% are available today. Move your money now and let it start working harder for you.
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April 23, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, April 23, 2025: Up to 4.65%

Rates on short-term CDs are reaching highs of 4.65% now. Protect against potential Fed rate cuts on the horizon later this year and lock one in today.
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April 23, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Stagflation Warning: 3 Smart Money Moves to Make Now

Stagflation concerns are rising in 2025. Here are three smart money moves to protect and prepare your finances.
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April 22, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Trump's New Tariffs Could Hit Your Bank Hard -- Here's What to Do Now

Trump's new tariffs could impact your bank's bottom line -- and your savings. Here's why it might be time to move your money into a high-yield savings account.
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April 22, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Here's What $10K Will Earn in a 6-Month CD at April 2025's Best Rates

A $10,000 deposit in a 6-month CD could earn as much as $222.52 at today's rates. Read on to learn more about CDs and see if you should open one today.
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April 22, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

Forget CDs in April 2025, Even With Rates Over 4%. Here's Where to Put Your Money Instead

Current CD rates may be tempting, but there's a smarter way to grow your savings. Here's why high-yield savings accounts deserve a closer look.
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April 22, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Earn up to 5% APY in a High-Yield Savings Account Today, April 22, 2025

Check out our list of the best high-yield savings account rates available today, with APYs up to 5.00%. There's no reason not to let your money work harder now.
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April 22, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, April 22, 2025: Up to 4.65%

CD rates are available up to 4.65% today for short-term CDs. Lock one in to help safeguard against Fed rate cuts on the horizon later this year.
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April 22, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

April 2025 Update: 4 Safest Places Retirees Can Park Their Cash Right Now

Discover four safe places for retirees to keep their cash in April 2025, including options earning more than 4.00% APY with flexible access.
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April 21, 2025 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

I'm Earning $420 a Month After One Simple Change to My Savings Strategy

I moved my home down payment fund to a high-yield savings account with an APY over 4.00%. See how you could earn more than 10 times the national average rate, too.
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April 21, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Earn up to 5% APY in a High-Yield Savings Account Today, April 21, 2025

We've put together a list of the best high-yield savings account rates available now, with APYs up to 5.00%. Make the switch and let your money work harder.
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April 21, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, April 21, 2025: Up to 4.65%

We've compiled today's best CD rates -- up to 4.65%. Lock one in today to protect against potential future rate cuts.
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April 20, 2025 | By James McClenathen

CD Rates Are Over 4%. Here's Why I'm Still Saying No in April 2025

CDs don't grow fast enough for my long-term savings, and they're not flexible enough for my emergency fund. Here's where I'm putting my money instead.
A person holding a bunch of dollar bills in front of their face
April 20, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Earn up to 5% APY in a High-Yield Savings Account Today, April 20, 2025

We've compiled a list of the best high-yield savings account rates today, with APYs up to 5.00%. Switch today to maximize your earnings.
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April 20, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, April 20, 2025: Up to 4.65%

We've curated today's top CD rates with APYs of up to 4.65%. Lock in one of the best CDs today to maximize earnings on your savings while high rates last.
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April 20, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

How to Get 10x the Average Savings APY in 30 Minutes

The national average savings APY is just 0.41%, but you can earn 4% or more by switching to a high-yield savings account. Find out how easy it is to make the change.
A man on a phone call while sitting in front of his laptop.
April 19, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

How I Used ChatGPT to Get a $50 Bank Fee Refunded

I was recently charged a fee by my bank and decided to do something about it. Find out how ChatGPT helped me get $50 refunded to my account balance.
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April 19, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Earn up to 5% APY in a High-Yield Savings Account Today, April 19, 2025

Check out the best high-yield savings account rates today, with APYs up to 5.00%. Now is a great time to switch accounts to take advantage of competitive rates.