Building a CD ladder for emergency savings combines security and growth. It is an effective approach that makes sure your funds are accessible when you need them while earning higher interest than a ...

In today’s volatile interest rate environment, building a CD ladder can be a strategic way to secure steady returns while ...

It was just around a year ago in which savers could find a certificate of deposit (CD) account with an interest rate up to 6%. And, it was just around two years ago in which some savers could qualify ...

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance. A ...

One positive effect of the Fed's ongoing rate hikes is that you can earn more money on your savings. Savings rates are tied to the federal funds rate, so the higher the Fed raises rates, the more ...