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Why I'm Not Opening Any CDs in 2024 -- Even Though Rates Are Up to 5.5%
Looking for a higher yield on your savings before the Fed cuts interest rates? Here's why a CD might not be the right choice.
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3 Reasons Not to Open a CD Right Now, Even With Rates at 5.30%
Despite high rates, now might not be the right time to open a new CD. Keep reading to learn when a CD is the wrong …
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My Brother Won a Car on The Price Is Right. Here's What It Cost Him
Winning big on a game show isn't all rosy. Read on to see why a large prize could mean a huge tax bill.
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3 Little-Known Drawbacks of a Costco Executive Membership
Thinking of upgrading your Costco membership? It could be a good idea. But read on for some of the pitfalls you might encounter.
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5 Reasons Costco May Cancel Your Membership
Paying for a Costco membership does not mean it's yours for life. Keep reading to learn when Costco has the right to cancel your membership.
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These 10 Side Hustles Pay an Average of $148 per Day, Research Shows
A new study from NetCredit found that the top 10 side hustles pay $148 per day. See how you can make extra cash with a …
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CD Rates Are Doing Something They Haven't Done Since the 1980s -- and It's Good News for Savers
CD rates are higher for short-term CDs than longer-term ones for the first time in almost four decades. Read on to learn how to capitalize …
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If You Put $10,000 Into a 5-Year CD, How Much Money Will You Earn?
A CD offers safe and predictable returns, but the amount you make depends on your APY. Here's where things stand right now.
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3 Reasons Not to Open a CD Right Now, Even With Rates at 5.30%
Despite high rates, now might not be the right time to open a new CD. Keep reading to learn when a CD is the wrong …
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3 Little-Known Perks of Owning a Hybrid Car
Hybrid cars offer a compromise between electric and gas vehicles. Find out what benefits hybrids have to offer.
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3 Signs You Should Switch to Costco if You're a Sam's Club Member
Costco and Sam's Club both have plenty to offer shoppers. Read on for a few key signs that suggest Costco could be a better option …
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These 10 Side Hustles Pay an Average of $148 per Day, Research Shows
A new study from NetCredit found that the top 10 side hustles pay $148 per day. See how you can make extra cash with a …
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Survey: Most Believe They're Overpaying for Their Subscriptions
Fifty-seven percent of respondents think they’re paying too much for subscriptions. Learn more about the data uncovered in our 2024 Subscription Sanity survey.
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Lottery Statistics and Revenue by State
Americans shelled out $95.5 billion on lottery tickets in 2021 and earned a prize payout of $64.3 billion. Find out if playing the lottery is …
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Survey: Car Insurance Shopping Preferences and Trends
The Motley Fool Ascent surveyed 2,000 Americans on their auto insurance shopping preferences and habits. Learn what we found out.
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Study: Generational Credit Card Habits
The Motley Fool Ascent surveyed 2,000 Americans on their credit card habits and found some generational differences. Find out if they apply to you.
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How Credit Scores Impact Auto Insurance Premiums
Drivers with poor credit pay over double what drivers with excellent credit pay, on average. Read on for more details.
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How Your Driving Record Impacts Your Car Insurance Payment
A DUI can add over $1,000 to the annual cost of car insurance. See how your driving record changes your auto insurance payment here.
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