Times have changed, and short-term Certificates of Deposit (CDs) are once again offering decent returns for conservative and short-term investors. But how high have rates risen? Is it possible to earn 6% on a CD today? While a 6% CD return may be unrealistic, here are the banks and credit unions offering as much as 5% on CDs.
Why does the stock market go up in the long run? We look at some potential reasons for why the stock market tends to increase over long time horizons.
Depositing checks via your mobile device can be a convenient way to get money in the bank quickly. However, mobile check deposit limits can vary depending on where you bank. If you like using mobile deposit, you've come to the right place. Here is a list of mobile check deposit limits at several major U.S. banks.
A covered call is based on a call option or the right to buy a security at a specific price. It differs from a regular call option in that the seller of the option owns the underlying securities in the trade. In this article, I explain how covered calls work and the risks involved.
The Motley Fool is one of the investment industry's most popular stock-picking platforms. But while they boast more than 1 million premium members, there are several other stock-picking services out there. In this article, I give you a brief overview of The Motley Fool and introduce you to five solid alternatives.
A Treasure Map is a guide to your finances in case you are unable to explain it due to death, disability, or disappearance. Learn what you should put in it to make it easier for the ones you love.
Empower acquired Personal Capital in 2020 and it appears they're going to finally re-brand it. See what it means for new and existing users!
Your side hustle shouldn't feel like just another job. By finding easy gigs that pay well, you can have some fun while earning extra cash in the year ahead. To help you find a good-paying side hustle that won't wear you out, we've compiled a list of easy jobs that pay well.
Personal Capital Cash is a cash management account that earns a higher rate of return, but is it worth using right now?
If you cannot get your tax return together before the federal tax deadline, you can file a tax extension request to avoid late filing penalties. Perhaps you're navigating a precarious life event, living overseas, or waiting for those final year-end tax documents. It's a relatively simple process, which we outline here in this article.
A 401(k) is a great retirement investment vehicle but not all plans are created equal. Learn what it means to be a bad 401(k) and what alternatives you should consider instead.
Most Amazon shoppers have a few Amazon hacks up their sleeve to land great deals and save money. They find different ways to get free stuff from Amazon, including their top products and services. In this article, I'll show you several ways to get free stuff from Amazon, including Amazon gift cards, which you can use for future purchases.
