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Yahia
Barakah
Personal finance writer, AOL
Yahia Barakah is a personal finance writer at AOL with over a decade of experience in finance and investing. As a certified educator in personal finance (CEPF), he combines his economics expertise with a passion for financial literacy to simplify complex retirement, banking and credit topics. He loves empowering people to make informed financial decisions that improve their everyday and long-term wellness. Yahia's expertise has been featured on FinanceBuzz, FX Empire and EarnForex. Based in Florida, he balances his love for finance with freediving, hiking and underwater photography.
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Best CD rates today: Skip timing the market for guaranteed yields of 4.4% APY and higher — Dec. 5, 2024
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Done with shopping deals? Lock in extra savings with CDs at 4.4% APY and higher — Dec. 4, 2024
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Does your auto insurance cover guests?
Your car insurance typically covers family members and friends who infrequently borrow your car, but understanding the coverage limits helps protect you from unexpected costs.
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Best CD rates today: Lock in yields of 4.5% and higher ahead of Fed's final 2024 decision — Dec. 3, 2024
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Give your savings a seat at the table with yields of 4.75% APY and higher — Nov. 27, 2024
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
AOL7 days ago
How to recession-proof your retirement: 7 smart strategies to fortify your nest egg
Shield your retirement savings from market downturns with a comprehensive approach that combines diversified portfolio management, sufficient cash savings and consistent invest…
AOL10 days ago
Best CD rates today: Gift yourself lasting returns with guaranteed APYs of 4.75% and more
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: The smartest deal this Black Friday week? CDs paying up to 4.75% and higher — Nov. 25, 2024
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Lock in yields of 4.5% and higher this weekend to stay ahead of inflation
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Secure guaranteed yields of 4.5% and higher ahead of Black Friday
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
AOL14 days ago
Dollar-cost averaging: How to stop worrying about the market and start enjoying automatic investing
Dollar-cost averaging removes the guesswork from investing by automatically purchasing more shares when prices are low and fewer when they're high, helping you steadily grow yo…
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Best CD rates today: Skip the Fed rate guessing game with predictable APYs of 4.25% or higher — Nov. 20, 2024
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
AOL17 days ago
Best CD rates today: Protect your money from holiday spending with fixed APYs of up to 5.25%
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
AOL7 days ago
Turn shopping into free trips: Your guide to credit card travel rewards
Learn how to turn this year's holiday spending into free flights and hotel stays by choosing the right rewards credit card and maximizing its travel benefits.
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Best CD rates today: Outpace inflation with risk-free returns of up to 5.25% APY
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Don't miss your chance this weekend to lock in yields of up to 4.50% APY
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Shield your savings from rising inflation with fixed rates of up to 4.50%
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Saving vs. investing: Which strategy works best for growing and protecting your wealth?
From high-yield savings accounts to diversified investment portfolios, learn which mix of saving and investing strategies can help your money grow while protecting what you can…
AOL23 days ago
Best CD rates today: There's still time to step up your savings with guaranteed APYs of up to 4.50%
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
AOL28 days ago
Best CD rates today: Lock in 10x the national average this long weekend before rates slip
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Final hours to lock in up to 4.52% APY as Fed set to cut rates today
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Act fast to lock in up to 4.70% APY before Thursday's expected Fed cut
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Last week for 4.70% risk-free returns on terms of 6+ months before rates drop
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: It's your final weekend to lock in up to 4.70% APY before next Fed cut — Nov. 1, 2024
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Fed rate cut: The biggest losers and winners after the Fed's Nov. drop
As the Fed cuts rates again, here’s who loses, who wins and how to protect your money — and take advantage of the lower rate environment.
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Best CD rates today: Treat yourself to yields of up to 4.70% ahead of next week's Fed decision
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: As Fed cut countdown begins, here's why you should lock in up to 4.70% APY today
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best CD rates today: Lock in up to 4.70% APY before next week's expected Fed cut
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Best tax software for your 2024 returns
We rate the best tax software solutions — from budget-friendly options for straightforward returns to feature-rich platforms for more complex situations — to help simplify the …
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Best CD rates today: Act fast to secure guaranteed APYs of 4.5% and higher this weekend
Lock in today's best rates in decades on certificates of deposits on a range of CD terms — from 6 months to 5 years.
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Halloween money magic: 7 smart ways to scare up savings and boo-st your finances
From treating yourself to passive income to banishing bad debt, we explore a blend of fun and practical tips to get your personal finances in order.
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I tracked my high-yield savings account through both 2024 Fed rate cuts — here's why it's worth keeping
HYSAs offer higher interest with the same FDIC or NCUA protections of traditional savings, making them well worth your while.
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7 best investment platforms for Dec. 2024: Low-cost options to put your money to work
Explore the 7 top investment platforms, offering low fees, extensive features and a wide range of assets to invest in.
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What are mutual funds and how do they work?
Mutual funds pool money from many people to create diversified portfolios managed by professionals, simplifying the investing process for you.
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Robo-advisors: How these intelligent platforms manage your investment fund for you
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The Fed rate cut: 5 ways lower rates will affect your wallet
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How to plan your retirement withdrawal strategy in 4 smart steps
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5 places you shouldn’t use your debit card
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How to prepare for lower interest rates
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Yahia Barakah

Best CD rates today: Skip timing the market for guaranteed yields of 4.4% APY and higher — Dec. 5, 2024

Best CD rates today: Done with shopping deals? Lock in extra savings with CDs at 4.4% APY and higher — Dec. 4, 2024

Does your auto insurance cover guests?

Best CD rates today: Lock in yields of 4.5% and higher ahead of Fed's final 2024 decision — Dec. 3, 2024

Best CD rates today: Give your savings a seat at the table with yields of 4.75% APY and higher — Nov. 27, 2024

How to recession-proof your retirement: 7 smart strategies to fortify your nest egg

Best CD rates today: Gift yourself lasting returns with guaranteed APYs of 4.75% and more

Best CD rates today: The smartest deal this Black Friday week? CDs paying up to 4.75% and higher — Nov. 25, 2024

Best CD rates today: Lock in yields of 4.5% and higher this weekend to stay ahead of inflation

Best CD rates today: Secure guaranteed yields of 4.5% and higher ahead of Black Friday

Dollar-cost averaging: How to stop worrying about the market and start enjoying automatic investing

Best CD rates today: Skip the Fed rate guessing game with predictable APYs of 4.25% or higher — Nov. 20, 2024

Best CD rates today: Protect your money from holiday spending with fixed APYs of up to 5.25%

Turn shopping into free trips: Your guide to credit card travel rewards

Best CD rates today: Outpace inflation with risk-free returns of up to 5.25% APY

Best CD rates today: Don't miss your chance this weekend to lock in yields of up to 4.50% APY

Best CD rates today: Shield your savings from rising inflation with fixed rates of up to 4.50%

Saving vs. investing: Which strategy works best for growing and protecting your wealth?

Best CD rates today: There's still time to step up your savings with guaranteed APYs of up to 4.50%

Best CD rates today: Lock in 10x the national average this long weekend before rates slip

Best CD rates today: Final hours to lock in up to 4.52% APY as Fed set to cut rates today

Best CD rates today: Act fast to lock in up to 4.70% APY before Thursday's expected Fed cut

Best CD rates today: Last week for 4.70% risk-free returns on terms of 6+ months before rates drop

Best CD rates today: It's your final weekend to lock in up to 4.70% APY before next Fed cut — Nov. 1, 2024

Fed rate cut: The biggest losers and winners after the Fed's Nov. drop

Best CD rates today: Treat yourself to yields of up to 4.70% ahead of next week's Fed decision

Best CD rates today: As Fed cut countdown begins, here's why you should lock in up to 4.70% APY today

Best CD rates today: Lock in up to 4.70% APY before next week's expected Fed cut

Best tax software for your 2024 returns

Best CD rates today: Act fast to secure guaranteed APYs of 4.5% and higher this weekend

Halloween money magic: 7 smart ways to scare up savings and boo-st your finances

I tracked my high-yield savings account through both 2024 Fed rate cuts — here's why it's worth keeping

7 best investment platforms for Dec. 2024: Low-cost options to put your money to work

What are mutual funds and how do they work?

Robo-advisors: How these intelligent platforms manage your investment fund for you

The Fed rate cut: 5 ways lower rates will affect your wallet

5 smart moves after hitting $10,000 in savings

How to plan your retirement withdrawal strategy in 4 smart steps

5 places you shouldn’t use your debit card

How to prepare for lower interest rates

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