Savings

What Is a High-Yield Savings Account?

A high-yield savings account is nearly identical to a regular savings account, with one big difference: the interest rate. Here's what to know.

Dayana Yochim

How Do You Open a High-Yield Savings Account?

We opened a lot of high-yield savings accounts to experience firsthand what it’s like for consumers. Here are the four steps involved in opening and managing a savings account.

Dayana Yochim

What Is an Annual Percentage Yield (APY)?

The annual percentage yield, or APY, tells you how much money a bank pays you to let them hold your money in an interest-bearing account. It's the growth mechanism for your savings.

Dayana Yochim

What Is Compound Interest?

Compound interest is both an incredibly simple idea and an amazing and magical thing. Here's how it works,

Andrea Coombes

Best Way to Invest: 5 Steps to Get Started in 2024

The first step to investing is figuring out exactly why you want to do it. We’ll help you figure out that why, plus give you the tools and know-how to get started investing, all in five quick steps.

Andrea Coombes

Trading vs. Investing: What You Should Know

In the world of investing, everybody is a trader and an investor. But there are some key differences between trading and investing, and understanding those differences can help you clarify where you stand, and what your overall investment goals are.

Andrea Coombes

What Is Asset Allocation?

Asset allocation may sound complex, but it’s actually a straightforward idea: It’s how you divide your money among different types of investments. Here's why considering allocation is key to investing success.

Andrea Coombes

What Is a Robo Advisor?

A robo advisor is an online financial advisor that automates its services to keep costs low. Here's what to know about how they work and what they cost.

Andrea Coombes

What Is Diversification?

Diversification is essentially the investing term for “don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.” Here's how a diversified portfolio can help protect your money.

Andrea Coombes

5 Investing Concepts Everyone Should Know

A lot of the mystery about investing has to do with how people talk about it. Knowing some of the key words and phrases can help you be a better investor.

Andrea Coombes

Where to Invest $100, $1,000, $10,000 or More

Sometimes a little lump sum unexpectedly drops into our laps. Here's how to put that money to work for you.

Andrea Coombes

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Trading

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Retirement

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