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3 Savings Accounts Paying Over 4% APY in May 2025

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Building a CD ladder lets you lock in today's higher rates while also having regular access to cash without sacrificing safety.
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We've compiled today's best CD rates -- up to 4.55% APY. Lock one in today to protect against potential future rate cuts.
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Best CD Rates Today, May 22, 2025: Up to 4.55% APY

Explore today's leading CD rates with APYs peaking at 4.55%. Lock in these competitive returns and maximize earnings on your savings while they last.
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Today's highest savings account APYs feature rates up to 5.00%. Explore the best savings rates and take advantage of high rates while they last.
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May 21, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, May 21, 2025: Up to 4.55% APY

Take advantage of today's best CD rates -- up to 4.55% for terms of 10 months or less. Lock in a competitive rate before potential Fed rate cuts.
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Have $50K in Savings? Here's What to Do With It

Turn idle savings into real growth. From earning 4.00% APY to building your retirement fund, here's how to put $50,000 to work smarter.
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May 20, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, May 20, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Check out our list of the best high-yield savings account rates available today, with APYs up to 5.00%. Let your money work harder now.
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Best CD Rates Today, May 20, 2025: Up to 4.55% APY

Rates on short-term CDs are reaching highs of 4.55% now. Protect against potential Fed rate cuts on the horizon later this year and lock one in today.
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May 19, 2025 | By James McClenathen

6 CDs With a 4.00% APY and No Minimum Deposit

Certificates of deposit often have minimum deposits of $1,000 or more -- but not these ones. See if you should open one of these CDs today.
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May 19, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, May 19, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Today's featured accounts boast APYs between 4.50% and 5.00% APY. Explore the best savings rates and take advantage of high rates while they last.
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May 19, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, May 19, 2025: Up to 4.55% APY

Today's best certificates of deposit (CDs) have APYs of up to 4.55%. Lock one in today while rates remain high.
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Millionaires don't waste paychecks. Here's how they use automation, smart tools, and ROI thinking to build lasting wealth.
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May 18, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, May 18, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Today's best high-yield savings accounts are offering APYs of 4.50% to 5.00%. But act now -- these rates might not stick around much longer.
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May 18, 2025 | By James McClenathen

Best CD Rates Today, May 18, 2025: Up to 4.55% APY

The best CD rates are on short-terms CDs and can be found up to 4.55% APY. Help protect yourself against future rate cuts and lock one in today.
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May 18, 2025 | By Joel O'Leary

Best Bank Account Bonuses This Week: May 18, 2025

The best bank bonuses this week let you earn up to $400 for opening a new bank account and meeting requirements. Learn about the top offers available now.
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May 17, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

History Says Now Is the Time to Open a CD

If history's any indication, now's the time to lock in a CD rate before interest rates fall later this year. Find out how you can earn 4.00% APY for the next year.
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May 17, 2025 | By Ryan Wilcox

I Opened a Bank Account in 30 Minutes and Made $300. Here's How You Can, Too

I opened a SoFi bank account in minutes and will earn a $300 bonus -- plus a competitive APY on my money. Here's how you can do the same.
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May 17, 2025 | By Jake FitzGerald

Best High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today, May 17, 2025: Up to 5.00%

Today's highest savings account rates feature accounts up to 5.00% APY. Explore the best savings rates and take advantage while they last.