Interest rates are up, and CD rates have followed suit. Investing in an S&P 500 index fund presents fairly low risk over the long term, and could earn you 10%. Opening a CD could still be a better ...

The good news is that a certificate of deposit (CD) may help. There are multiple CDs that currently offer returns well ahead of inflation. However, strong current returns aren't the only reason to ...

All of its CD terms — six months to five years — have a good feature for novel savers: no minimum balance requirements. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and account details are accurate as of ...

Interest is compounded daily and credited to your account monthly. If you take money out of your CD during the agreed-upon term, before its maturity date, you’ll be charged a penalty for early ...

The big bank’s CD terms range from three to 12 months, and there’s a minimum requirement of $2,500 to open an account, depending on the CD term. And while Wells Fargo’s CD rates aren’t as ...

You can open a CD at Capital One for terms ranging from six months to five years, with no minimum balance requirements. Plus, we like that its early withdrawal penalties, grace period and terms ...

Six-month CD rates are a great way to maximize your short-term savings, especially if you can score a higher interest rate. Your money isn't tied up as long as with longer CD terms, giving you the ...