Investing in CDs

You may have seen CDs advertised everywhere from your local bank to banner ads on websites. CD stands for certificate of deposit, an alternate tool for saving money. In this article, you'll learn the facts about certificates of deposit. more »

Saving for retirement is a major part of financial planning. Individual retirement accounts, or IRAs, are tax-deferred plans that encourage and assist individuals with their retirement preparation. There are two main types of IRAs: the traditional and the Roth. In addition, small employers and the self-employed often use one of two... more »

You cannot listen to a financial CD, however, if you're patient, you can watch it earn some money! A financial CD is a Certificate of Deposit, a very low-risk investment tool offered by banks, credit unions and savings and loan associations. In this article, we'll discuss the features, benefits and risk of CDs and how you can make... more »

Certificates of Deposits (CDs) are a reliable way to earn interest on your money. CDs feature higher rates than savings accounts and are less risky than stocks or mutual funds. On the downside, they require you to lock up your cash for a designated period of time. A 90-day CD (one of the shortest terms available) is a good compromise... more »

IRAs (Individual Retirement Accounts) are special savings or investment accounts designed to help people save and earn money for retirement or other purposes (such as paying for a college education). If you want to know what IRAs are and how they work, this article explains the basics. A link to the Kiplinger's financial information... more »