Financial Education Center

Which Kind of Savings Account or Solution Is Best for My Needs?

If you’re just getting started or have decided it’s time to start building up your short or longer-term savings, you may be wondering if a traditional savings account, a high-yield savings account, or a Certificate of Deposit (CD) is the right solution for you. Let’s take a closer look at three popular, non-retirement savings options.

Handling Market Volatility

Conventional wisdom says that what goes up must come down. But even if you view market volatility as a normal occurrence, it can be tough to handle when your money is at stake. Though there's no foolproof way to handle the ups and downs of the stock market, the following coping strategies may help.

Understand Investment Return Taxation to Make Well-Informed Financial Decisions

This article is designed to broadly discuss investment return taxation, while covering a range of topics, including the types of income, basis, capital gains and losses, holding periods, taxable income considerations, and the strategic use of capital losses.

Are 529 Plans a Good Way to Save for College?

Yes, they can be an excellent way to save for college. 529 savings plans let you save money for college in an individual investment account that offers federal tax advantages. 529 plans are established by individual states and managed by an experienced financial institution designated by the state. Plans may have slightly different features but essentially work the same way.

Yes, Banks Are the Safest Place for Your Money: Find Out More About FDIC Insurance

If you’ve watched the news or scrolled through your social media feed recently, you’ve probably heard the buzz regarding “Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, or FDIC Insurance” and its importance in both good and not-ideal economic conditions.

Is the Yield Curve Signaling a Recession?

Long-term bonds generally provide higher yields than short-term bonds, because investors demand higher returns to compensate for the risk of lending money over a longer period.