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Tired of their parents’ outdated advice, young adults are learning about money on TikTok. But is it more reliable?
Parents’ financial tips aren’t always relevant today, but TikTok might not be better.
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American Express savings account rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s high-yield savings account.
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Marcus by Goldman Sachs savings account rates
Here’s what you need to know about the online bank’s HYSA interest rates.
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Young people surprisingly feel the most optimistic about their money. Their finances sometimes tell a different story.
Recent Bankrate data shows that young people are the ones most optimistic about their finances.
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Synchrony Bank CD rates
Everything you need to know about the online bank’s CD rates.
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TD Bank CD rates
Here’s everything you need to know about TD Bank’s CD rates.
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U.S. Bank CD rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the bank’s rates.
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8 ways to beat low savings account interest rates
It’s relatively easy to get a higher return on your money if you do your homework.
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Marcus by Goldman Sachs CD rates
Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s CDs.
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Survey: Recession odds for U.S. economy have now fallen to the lowest level in two years
Recession odds have fallen from a high of 65 percent in the third quarter of 2023.
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Survey: Economists say hot inflation is at risk of lingering until at least 2025
Economists are divided over when inflation will hit the Fed’s 2 percent goal.
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Survey: Employers to create half as many jobs by March 2025, unemployment to top 4%
Experts still expect a major hiring slowdown, even if it hasn’t happened yet.
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Survey: Fed will keep interest rates historically high until end of 2026
Rate cuts might not bring the relief consumers have been waiting for.
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Capital One savings account rates
Here’s everything you need to know about Capital One’s high-yielding savings accounts.
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TD Bank savings account rates
Everything you need to know about the bank’s rates.
2 min read Apr 04, 2024 -
Chase savings account rates
Chase offers two main savings account options: standard and premier relationship accounts, neither of which offers a high yield.
2 min read Apr 04, 2024 -
Apple’s high-yield savings account rate drops to 4.40% APY
The Apple Card savings account APY may be lower, but well above the national average.
1 min read Apr 03, 2024 -
4 ways to get the best money market account rate
Follow these simple steps to earn competitive rates on your shorter-term savings.
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8 low-risk ways to earn higher interest
It’s a low interest rate environment, but there are ways to earn more on your money.
7 min read Apr 02, 2024
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