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Key takeaways CD investing offers a guaranteed return. When CDs are issued from federally insured banks and credit unions, your money is protected, up to a certain amount, should the financial institution fail. If you want access to your money right away, or you only have a little bit of…
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By age 55, you’re about a decade away from retirement. Many financial experts suggest having seven to eight times your annual salary saved by this age if you want to maintain a comfortable retirement. By 55 you still have time to benefit from compounding and catch-up contributions, but not much.…
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