There's a reason October could be a great time to open a CD. The Federal Reserve is set to meet in early November. And ...

The days of 5% CDs may be over, but that doesn't mean CDs are a poor choice. Read on to see why now's still a great time to ...

The amount of money you can earn with a CD is based on two primary factors: the interest rate and the term, or length, of the ...

As the Fed drops rates, are CDs still a solid investment? See what you need to know about buying CDs in today's market.

Additionally, you can’t add more money to the CD once it’s funded, so if you have extra savings later, you’ll need to wait until it matures to make changes. In short, the Bask Bank six-month ...

A CD ladder offers a way to capture historically high APYs with the benefit of regular access to your money — before rates ...

When do shorter CD terms make sense? Shorter CD terms serve well when you have a short-term savings goal, when you won’t need a chunk of money for a short period and when you think deposit rates ...

When comparing options like individual retirement accounts (IRAs), certificates of deposit (CDs) and money market accounts, ...

When do shorter CD terms make sense? Shorter-term CDs are great for when you have shorter-term savings goals or when you’re unsure whether locking away your cash for so long is sustainable.

Many banks charge an early withdrawal fee if you take money out of your account before the CD matures. If you decide to create a CD ladder, be sure to keep track of upcoming maturity dates.

If you have savings in a CD and its term is almost up, letting it automatically roll over is usually a money loser. Instead, ...

When a CD matures, your money and the interest accrued are yours to use as you please. Most banks have a grace period -- ...