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Are certificates of deposit still worth getting? We look at the current interest rates, alternatives, and help you decide whether they are worth it anymore.

Synchrony Bank is best known as the bank that powers many credit cards but they are also a bank - see what promotional offers they have available for folks looking to save.

Many money rules of thumb are no longer correct and border on being dangerous if you follow them. See why I dislike most rules of thumb and specifically discuss six really bad rules.

Given current housing prices across much of the U.S., you might think it’s nearly impossible to find affordable housing. However, if you’re flexible with where you can live, you may want to consider homesteading on free land. This guide helps show you how to get free land in the United States and start life’s next adventure.

Opening a custodial bank account for your child can help you teach them smart money habits. The best custodial accounts are packed with features to help you do that. But how do custodial accounts work, and which one is best suited for your child? This article will cover 12 of the best custodial accounts for kids under 18.

Buying company stock as a Christmas or birthday gift for your child won’t match the sizzle of some hot new toy. But the gift of stock is an opportunity to change the child’s future direction. If they don’t “get it” now, they almost certainly will in a few years.

If you’ve never been a regular saver but you’ve decided that now is the time, you may be wondering how much money you should save each month? This article explores two of the most common savings strategies. The one you choose will depend upon how much you need to save and how quickly you need to do it.

CIT Bank has a new bonus on their money market account - deposit $15,000 or more and get a year of Amazon Prime.

FDIC insurance protects you if your bank should go under... but there are several "bank-like" accounts that seem like they should be covered but are not. Learn these so you aren't caught in a bad situation.

Do you need to send a text message but don't have your phone? Or you want to save money by sending it as an email? Learn how easy it is to send a text by email for free!

Everyone would love some passive income, what's not to love about making money while you sleep? Sadly, passive income is misunderstood - here's why it's not what you think it is.

The Extra Debit Card links with your existing bank account to help you build credit. You can even earn 1% on your purchases as rewards and you don't need to send in a deposit as you would with a secured credit card.