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Aug. 6, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

$10,000 in Savings Earns $1 at Chase, but $400 at This Bank

Still using a Chase savings account? Learn how switching to CIT Platinum Savings could earn you hundreds more in annual interest.
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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.
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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. 3, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week: August 3, 2025

Grab quick cash with this week's top bank bonuses -- earn a few hundred dollars just for opening an account and meeting easy requirements. No strings attached.
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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

Here's the Single Best Strategy for Investing in CDs Now

Learn how to build a smart CD ladder in 2025 that takes advantage of high interest rates before they fall, especially on long-term terms.
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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 Joel O'Leary

Is It Too Late to Buy CDs in 2025?

CD rates are still strong in 2025, especially for short-term savers. Here's why now may be your last chance to lock in a high yield.
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July 31, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

The 5 Biggest Downsides of CD Investing

Certificates of deposit can be safe, but they're not perfect. Here are five CD investing drawbacks to understand before you lock in your cash.
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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.
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July 30, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, July 30, 2025: Up to 5.00%

High-yield savings accounts are offering up to 5.00% APY today -- see the top rates and switch now to boost your earnings without locking up your cash.
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July 29, 2025 | By Brooklyn Sprunger

3 Banking Mistakes I Made, and What You Can Learn From Them

Learn from my banking missteps -- surprise fees, low rates, and missed rewards -- and see why switching to a high-yield savings account changed everything.
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July 29, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, July 29, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Today's top high-yield savings accounts offer up to 5.00% APY -- check out the best rates now and make the switch to start earning more on your money.
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July 28, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Sticking With a Bank of America Savings Account Could Cost You $5,000 Over the Next Decade

Sticking with a Bank of America savings account could quietly cost you nearly $5,000 over the next decade. Here's why it pays to switch to a high-yield account.
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July 28, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, July 28, 2025: Up to 5.00%

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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July 27, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

This Lazy Banking Habit Could Cost You Thousands

Leaving your savings in a big bank account could cost you thousands. Here's how to fix it in just a few minutes.
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July 27, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

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

A 0.01% Chase checking account vs. a 4.00% high-yield savings account? That difference could be costing you hundreds in lost interest every year.