11 banks in hunt for top 12-month CD rates

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Eleven banks pay at least 1.00% APY on 1-year CDs that are available to savers in all 50 states.

5 good reasons to open a Roth IRA right now

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A Roth IRA is one of the best – perhaps the very best – way to save.

Best 36-month CD rates pay 1.55% in May

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The leaves were just falling from the trees the last time AmTrust Direct changed its 36-month CD rates.

Low CD rates mean savings bonds are still a good option

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The return on inflation-adjusted savings bonds is going to be a bit lower over the next six months.

But Series I Savings Bonds will continue to pay a better return than most certificates of deposit. And they certainly will outpace money market or savings accounts at banks or credit unions.

More banks pushing top 24-month CD rates

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KeySource Commercial Bank earlier this month grabbed the top spot among the best nationally available 24-month CD rates.

Fierce competition for top 6-month CD rates

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Savers, beware! CD rates are still falling.

The national average for 6-month CD rates is at a new record low of 0.22% APY.

Fortunately, the top-paying nationally available CDs haven't suffered the same fate.