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8 Unexpected Products You Can Buy With Your HSA

Some expenses you can pay for with a health savings account are obvious. Read on to discover a few medical costs you may not have realized your HSA can cover.
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Nov. 30, 2022 | By Natasha Etzel

5 Bad Bank Account Habits to Break in 2023

Some banking habits may be costing you money. Learn the bad habits you may want to break before the new year.
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Nov. 30, 2022 | By Ashley Maready

High-Yield Savings Accounts Are All the Rage, but Here Are 4 Downsides You Should Know About

In these inflationary times, a high-yield savings account can be a great place for your money. But read on to learn about a few pitfalls to watch out for.
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Nov. 29, 2022 | By Ashley Maready

3 Signs You're Keeping Too Much Money in Your Checking Account

Learning money management skills is part of getting better with your finances. Read on to learn how you might be mismanaging your checking account.
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Daycare Costs Are Soaring. Using This Pre-Tax Account to Pay for It Can Save You Big

Dependent care can quickly eat into a household budget. Here's one trick for reducing the pain.
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Nov. 25, 2022 | By Natasha Etzel

This Is How Much Money You're Actually Supposed to Keep in Your Checking Account, and It May Surprise You

Is your bank account balance too low or too high? Find out how much money you should keep in your checking account.
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Nov. 25, 2022 | By Lyle Daly

Here's How Much 5 Financial Experts Say You Should Have in Your Emergency Fund

Everybody needs emergency savings to cover unexpected expenses. Decide how much to have in your emergency fund with advice from several experts.
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Nov. 24, 2022 | By Natasha Etzel

7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Opening a New Bank Account

Ready to open a new bank account? Here's what to consider so you can choose the right account for you and your needs.
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Nov. 22, 2022 | By Dana George

A New Report Reveals Zelle Facilitated 'Rampant Fraud.' Here's How Consumers Have Been Impacted

A growing payment network appears to be less secure than advertised. Here's everything we know about what's going on with Zelle.
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Nov. 22, 2022 | By Natasha Etzel

Mobile Banking App Features You May Not Be Using (But Should)

Are you using all of your banking app's free and convenient app tools? Find out what useful features you may be missing out on.
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Nov. 21, 2022 | By Lyle Daly

Ramit Sethi Says This Is Why Banks Keep 'Ripping You Off'

Banking fees cost Americans billions of dollars each year. See why consumers get ripped off by banks, according to Ramit Sethi, and what you can do about it.
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Nov. 19, 2022 | By Ashley Maready

Stuck In the Overdraft Cycle? Here's How to Break Free

Overdrafted your bank account again? Read on to learn some ways to keep your checking account in the black and never pay an overdraft fee again.
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Nov. 19, 2022 | By Dana George

You've Heard of Money Market Accounts and Money Market Funds...But What's the Difference?

It's easy to confuse financial terms. Here's how to tell the difference between money market accounts and money market funds.
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Nov. 18, 2022 | By Ashley Maready

6 Tips for Finding the Best CD

There are better places to keep your money than a checking account. Read on to learn how to choose the right CD account for you.
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Nov. 17, 2022 | By Dana George

Money Market Accounts Are Finally More Competitive. Should You Get One?

As interest rates rise across the board, money market account APYs also rise. Keep reading to learn if now is the right time to dive into an MMA.
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Nov. 16, 2022 | By Kailey Hagen

The 1 Thing You Don't Want to Be Caught Without in a Recession

Recessions can be tough on your budget. Having this one thing at your disposal can be the difference between staying afloat or falling into debt.
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Nov. 15, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

With Interest Rates Rising, These Are the Top 7 CD Rates of November 2022

Interest rates continue to rise, so it's more important than ever to make sure you're getting the best return on your investment. Here's how.
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Nov. 13, 2022 | By Kailey Hagen

Is My Money Safe in the Bank in a Recession?

Recessions can leave a lot of people worried about losing money. Here's what you need to know about how your bank protects your funds.
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Nov. 10, 2022 | By Cole Tretheway

Twitter to Potentially Offer High-Yield Money Market Account. Here's What We Know

Elon Musk, Twitter CEO, may offer users an alternative to savings accounts through Twitter. Read on to learn more.
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Nov. 6, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

Too Big to Fail? These 2 Major Investment Banks Are Struggling Right Now

Graham Stephan states that Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank are struggling right now. Read on to find out about their likelihood of a bailout.
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Nov. 5, 2022 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

Here's Just How High CD Rates Could Go in 2023

Nobody has a crystal ball, but here's why CD rates could be significantly higher next year.
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Nov. 3, 2022 | By Ashley Maready

These High APY Savings Accounts Could Continue to Spike After Yesterday’s Fed Rate Hike

What can a high-yield savings account do for you and your money? Since the Federal Reserve just raised interest rates again, here are a few savings accounts to consider.
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Oct. 31, 2022 | By Kailey Hagen

3 Little-Known Perks of Choosing a Savings Account Over a CD

CDs offer competitive APYs, but they also restrict your access to your money. Here are three reasons to consider a savings account instead.
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Oct. 30, 2022 | By Brittney Myers

According to Tori Dunlap This Big Mistake Is Super Common Among New Investors

Tori Dunlap has talked to a lot of new investors. Find out the mistake she says many of them make.
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Oct. 29, 2022 | By Dana George

Ignore the Scary TikTok Videos: Cash Is Not Going Away

Bad news inspires people to click on stories and videos. Read on to see why those scary stories shared by TikTok creators are so wrong.