High-Yield Savings Accounts

It is true that even in times when interest rates are not at historically low levels, earning money from a savings account can be a little difficult. Most do not offer interest rates of much better than 2 percent, even in times of higher interest rates. The rate of return has many people looking at different types of savings accounts... more »

Making money during a downturn in the stock market isn't easy, but it's certainly possible. It just means you have to work harder. Do a little more research. Follow the daily investment news a little more than normal. You can take a more active role by purchasing dividend stocks where you are paid to wait, or you can learn to day... more »

No one likes living paycheck to paycheck or wondering how you'll put food on the table. Financial freedom is the American Dream and it's closer than you may think. Creating passive income is a great way to increase your resources without overextending yourself. Follow these steps to create passive income. more »

High interest savings accounts are very similar to normal savings accounts and mainly differ on two key points: they pay a higher interest rate to the saver and they have various restrictions that limits costs to the bank, or ensures that certain amounts of capital remain in the bank. These restrictions often come in the form of... more »

ING Direct has begun to offer their customers the option to purchase mutual funds. With this option customers are allowed to purchase the mutual funds separately or with a mixture of Conservative, Moderate or Aggressive tendencies. more »