Yes, You Can Have Too Much Money in a Savings Account
Money is weird. Almost everyone in America thinks they’re middle class, which obviously can’t be true—but that underscores how broke most people are, even people who ostensibly make a good…
What to Do If You Have More Than $5,000 in Your Checking Account
When it comes to deciding how much cash you should keep in your checking account, the right amount depends on your financial situation. That being said, there’s a good chance…
All the Different Saving Accounts You Need
Photo: fizkes (Shutterstock) You have your basic checking and savings accounts—beyond that, how can different types of accounts serve your savings goals? What’s the smartest way to stash your hard-earned…
How Much Cash Should You Keep in Your Checking and Savings Accounts
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Where to Stash Your Down Payment If You’re Waiting for the Housing Market to Crash
Photo: Victoria 1 (Shutterstock) All potential homeowners face the same conundrum when it comes to the down payment for their potential new home: The money needs to be quickly accessible…
Where to Stash Your Emergency Fund to Protect It From Inflation
Photo: enciktepstudio (Shutterstock) Aside from your checking account, is there a good place to put your emergency cash so that it won’t be eaten up by rising inflation? Unfortunately, with…
How Much Cash Should You Ideally Keep in Your Bank Accounts?
Photo: Tania Kitura (Shutterstock) While it’s important to have some cash in your bank account, it’s also possible to keep too much cash on hand when you don’t really need…
Why You Need Multiple Savings Accounts
Photo: focal point (Shutterstock) You know that putting money aside is a good idea, but counterintuitive though it might seem, putting it all in the same place can make your…