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March APY Checkpoint: Smart CD Strategies for Maximizing Returns

Before locking in that ideal CD rate, check out the March APY Checkpoint to determine if the rate you’re considering ranks among the top 10% of annual percentage yields (APYs) for standard terms. The checkpoint features data from CD Valet’s Market Intelligence Tool — updated monthly – and provides a clear benchmark to ensure you’re …

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Is Your CD Rate in the Top 10%?: February 2025 APY Checkpoint Reveals the Gaps

It’s a rate game.  Not all CDs offer the same earning potential and as a savvy saver, you know the importance of shopping multiple financial institutions and comparing rates.  If your rate isn’t among the top 10%, your savings may not be growing as efficiently as possible – meaning you could be missing out on …

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