With a background in education and a fascination with finance, Emily Batdorf writes approachable content for consumers who want to deepen their understanding of personal finance topics. She loves ...

An investment account can help set your child on a path to a solid financial future. Even before they're old enough to add or subtract, you can open a 539 college savings plan or a Trump Account that ...

Driven by the arrival of online banking and a competitive rate environment, high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) became prominent in the mid-2000s. Money market accounts (MMAs) have been around since ...

Cassidy Horton is a finance writer covering banking, life insurance and business loans. She has worked with top finance brands including NerdWallet, MarketWatch and Consumer Affairs. Cassidy first ...