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Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

How much does a $10,000 CD make in a year? Your earnings depend on APY, term and compounding. Find out how much you could earn.

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CDs can pay top rates, so it's worth exploring strategies to safely add one to your savings plan. Betsy began her career in international finance and it has since grown into a comprehensive approach ...

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The Federal Reserve held rates steady on January 28, breaking a three-cut streak. That pause means banks aren't rushing to drop their CD rates just yet, so current offers should stick around for a bit ...