Investing in a certificate of deposit might be right if you’re not the risky type, as it’s a safe way to grow your money — that is, if you’re willing to leave it in the bank until it matures. Read ...

A "CD ladder" may sound like some complex investing strategy, but it's actually very simple. It allows you to earn high interest without keeping all of your savings locked up for months or years.

A CD ladder can be an excellent way to combine financial flexibility with risk-free, steady income. A CD ladder consists of dividing your money into several CDs of staggered maturity terms. The idea ...