Microsoft Word can save your documents online to OneDrive, which can be great for data redundancy and remote access. But it’s just as important to save your files locally when you can, and it’s ...

Cassidy Horton is a finance writer covering banking, life insurance and business loans. She has worked with top finance brands including NerdWallet, MarketWatch and Consumer Affairs. Cassidy first ...

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Although only 19% of consumers believe that it's a good time to buy a home, according to a recent survey by Fannie Mae, it's never too early to start building a down payment fund. Money earmarked for ...

Kevin has been writing and creating personal finance and travel content for over six years. He is the founder of the award-winning blog, Family Money Adventure, and host of the Family Money Adventure ...

How much you need to retire on is an age-old question with numerous answers, depending on when you plan to retire, what type of lifestyle you want and other factors. But there are some general ...

CIT’s Platinum Savings account pays 3.75% APY on balances of $5,000 or more. If your balance dips below $5,000, it earns a paltry 0.25% APY. If you tend to carry high balances — at least $5,000 — this ...

Carol M. Kopp edits features on a wide range of subjects for Investopedia, including investing, personal finance, retirement planning, taxes, business management, and career development. Khadija ...

FDIC-insured savings accounts offer risk-free storage for under $250,000, with interest. Savings accounts can be setup for specific goals, making it easier to track saving progress. Interest from ...

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...

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