6-Month CDs Offer Good Returns with Low Risk and Flexibility
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6-month CDs are offering some of the highest interest rates now, over 5% in some cases. This allows your money to grow faster than longer-term CDs.
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A 6-month CD provides a fixed, predictable return. You know exactly how much interest you'll earn, unlike variable accounts.
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The 6-month term offers liquidity and flexibility. You can access your money faster than a long-term CD if needed.
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CDs are low-risk investments. Your principal is FDIC insured up to $250,000.
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Putting some money in a CD helps diversify your investments across asset classes for reduced risk.
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