David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in Chicago, he writes with one objective in mind: Help readers figure out how to save more and stress less.

However, yields began to dip when the Fed made a jumbo rate cut in September 2024, its first move to lower rates in four years. But even after the rate cut, CDs remain a solid option. Today's CD ...

COLUMBUS, Miss., March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BankFirst Capital Corporation (OTCQX:BFCC) ("BankFirst" or the "Company"), parent of BankFirst Financial Services (the ...

In making the announcement, BankFirst's President and Chief Executive Officer, Moak Griffin, said, "We believe our proposed acquisition of Magnolia State Bank will further strengthen BankFirst as ...

Seeing the black, burnt grass surrounding the auto parts store across State Highway 51 in Stillwater, Vernon Wilson realizes just how close last week's devastating wildfires came to his restaurant.

Charles Schwab CD rates are similar to some of the best CD rates at online banks and credit unions — just keep in mind that brokered CDs aren't the same as traditional CDs, though. You may like ...

Among the hardest-hit areas are neighborhoods west of Stillwater, where residents woke up Saturday morning to assess the damage. More than 50 homes were lost in the fires, according to Stillwater ...

Putting your money in a certificate of deposit (CD) is one smart way to lock in today’s elevated rates before they’re gone. In fact, many banks and credit unions are offering CD rates of 4% ...

While streaming and vinyl may be the formats grabbing headlines these days, let's not forget that many of us still stand by our CD collection. Streaming is more convenient and affordable, but there's ...