Interest rates aren't everything when it comes to savings account. She's happy with her bank's features, lack of fees, and flexibility with adding CDs.
What is leverage? How investors can use debt to increase the returns on investments
Leverage is a strategy where a business, person, or investor uses debt to maximize the return of an investment.
I'm 'laddering' my CDs to earn the most on my savings
A CD ladder helps me take advantage of the best CD rates without having to go too long if I need to access some of the funds.
I was raised to believe I should be generous at all costs, but I want to meet my own needs too
I spoke with certified financial planner Thao Truong about balancing my own financial needs with those of my family.
My husband's work slowed dramatically as inflation picked up, but years of financial planning made us ready
Prisca Benson's husband abruptly found himself working far less last year, but despite a $60,000 reduction in income, they're thriving.
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I'm Vietnamese-American. With 10% of Asian Americans living in poverty, I asked a financial planner how they can escape.
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. 10% of Asian Americans live in poverty, but CFP Daniel Masuda Lehrman has 5 tips.
I asked a financial planner who should consider debt consolidation
Debt consolidation doesn't get rid of your debt, but it may make it easier to deal with it. First, though, make sure you know why you got into debt.
I booked a last-minute hotel room in Hawaii with credit card rewards — it saved me nearly $700
During a family trip to Hawaii, I decided last minute to spend a few days traveling solo — it was very affordable thanks to my rewards credit card.
I asked a financial planner what I should know about getting earthquake insurance
Earthquake insurance comes with a high deductible, so it may not be worth it for everyone, but if you can afford it, it can be valuable.
After a $1,000 vet bill, I realized it was time to get pet insurance
I didn't think pet insurance was worth the cost since I could just keep money in an emergency fund, but being hit with a huge bill changed my mind.
What is the FDIC? Safeguarding Your Money in the Banking System
Learn what the FDIC is, how it protects your bank deposits, and why it's important for U.S. banks. We also cover what you need to know about the FDIC.
I'm done waffling over buying a house I can't afford. I have a better plan — it starts with renting for life.
For awhile, I kept a savings account with the goal of buying a house someday, but housing prices in Southern California are too high for me.
I had resigned myself to renting for life in California, but I asked a financial planner about another idea: moving somewhere I can afford to buy
Relocating to a place with more affordable real estate is common for women approaching retirement, a financial planner told me. He had some advice.
5 ways meeting with my accountant now makes my life easier in April
I'm working with a new CPA for this upcoming tax season, and before the year ends, I'm meeting with them to learn what's new and start getting ready.
5 things I've been doing all year to make the holidays more affordable
I have spreadsheets for all my holiday expenses, which makes it easier to budget for buying holiday gifts year round.
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I asked a financial planner how to talk to my immigrant parents about estate planning and got 6 tips to make it easier
Talking with my mom about estate planning was hard. As a first-generation American, I'm not alone in facing difficulty approaching this topic.
6 tips from a financial planner to make retirement saving easier for single women like me
Marie Thomasson says it's important to find a job that balances pay with work satisfaction — long-term, I'll be better prepared for the future.
I'm earning 92 times more interest on my savings than I was a few years ago — and it only took 5 minutes
A year ago, I moved my money to a high-yield savings account with 2.0% interest. Now I'm making up to 4.6% interest keeping my money in CDs.
Some banks are paying over 7%, but I'm sticking with my savings account for 3 reasons
Interest rates aren't everything. She's happy with her bank's features, lack of fees, and flexibility when it comes to adding CDs.
I'm 'laddering' my CDs to earn the most on my savings
A CD ladder helps me take advantage of the best CD rates without having to go too long if I need to access some of the funds.