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 Summary List Placement The Wealthfront Cash Account (Member FDIC) is a high-yield checking account from online investment platform Wealthfront. You'll earn 0.35% APY on your balance and have FDIC insurance for up to $1 million. You can also receive your paycheck up to two days early when you set up direct deposits. See Business Insider's picks for the best checking accounts » This post...

  Moving your 401(k) from your old job to an IRA through a rollover could be the right move if you're not sure when you'll go back to work.  IRAs often have lower and more transparent fees than a 401(k), and a bigger variety of investment options can make them more personalized.  You can always roll your IRA funds into a new employer's 401(k)...

 The best high-yield savings accounts right now: Ally Bank: Best high-yield savings account overall Vio Bank: Best high-yield savings account APY  Marcus by Goldman Sachs: Best high-yield savings account for ease of use CIT Bank Savings Builder: Best high-yield savings account for automatic savings Synchrony Bank: Best high-yield savings account for ATM access You really can't go wrong with a high-yield savings account. If...

"Robo-advisers" — investing apps that use algorithms to create and manage investment portfolios — are easily accessible and simple to use. Below, financial planner Eric Roberge explains that they lower the barrier to entry for investing by enabling users to open accounts quickly, easily, and with less cash upfront. However, they're limited by the information you give them. If you need a personalized investment...

We did the math to find out how a $10 initial deposit could grow at a 2.39% interest rate in a high-yield savings account if you contribute an additional $10, $100, or $1,000 a month. We originally based these calculations on the interest rate offered by Betterment, the online investing adviser, over the summer. Because interest rates are variable, this account now offers an...

Robo-advisers offer a unique investment option that continues to grow in popularity. With a robo-adviser, you can expect to fill out a short questionnaire about your investment goals and have a computer take care of the rest. For a very low cost, robo-advisers can build a diverse portfolio in line with your needs and risk tolerance. If you're ready to take the plunge, Wealthfront...