In this episode we are exploring CDs, short-term treasuries, and Series I bonds while emphasizing caution against high-interest schemes and importance of due diligence.
We kick this episode off on a lighthearted note, discussing the current challenges faced by the West Coast due to wildfires and heatwaves. The main topic of the conversation is why everyone is talking about CD rates and why people are chasing banks for the best rates. We discuss the impact of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates and the volatility of the market during an election year, and explain the concept of three buckets for managing money: checking account, short-term cash, and long-term investments.
We round it out by exploring different options for short-term investments, including CDs, short-term treasuries, and series I bonds and caution against falling for schemes that promise unusually high interest rates and emphasize the importance of doing due diligence when searching for the best CD rates.
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction and Discussion of West Coast Challenges
00:58 Why is Everyone Talking About CD Rates?
03:18 The Three Buckets Approach to Managing Money
05:31 Exploring Alternative Options to CDs for Short-Term Investments
11:15 Beware of Schemes Promising Unusually High Interest Rates
18:46 Consulting with a Financial Advisor for Personalized Advice
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