Title: CD rates today, May 12, 2024 (up to 5.15% APY)
Summary: Who knew that today’s CD interest rates were so high? It’s like the Federal Reserve is playing a game of hot potato with our money! But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. We’ll help you find the best CD rates out there, so you can keep your money safe and earn some extra cash while you wait. Let’s get cracking!

Title: Inaugural Kentucky Personal Finance Challenge winners to compete in national finals May 19-20 – NKyTribune
Summary: The Kentucky Personal Finance Challenge was a blast at NKU, where the best and brightest from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky gathered to compete for the ultimate prize: a trip to Cleveland, Ohio, where they would face off against the national champions in a showdown of financial savvy and wits. Who will come out on top? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: it’s going to be a wild ride!

Title: Four Considerations for Moms Leaving the Workforce
Summary: One in five working parents says they’ve turned down a promotion in an attempt to balance work and parenthood. A 2023 survey from Moms First found 42% of new moms have contemplated leaving the workforce once they had children. But don’t worry, they’re not just sitting at home watching Netflix all day. Some of them are actually doing something productive, like knitting hats for their kids or learning how to play the ukulele.

Title: Chime Users Who Closed Accounts Could Get Up to $150
Summary: Chime was supposed to be a money-saving superhero, swooping in to refund your hard-earned cash from closed checking and savings accounts. But alas, in thousands of instances, Chime failed to deliver on its promise within the promised 14 days. Don’t worry, Chime has a plan B. It’s setting up a $1.3 million fund to make up for its shortcomings and ensure that you get your money back. Just remember, next time you entrust Chime with your finances, make sure to keep an eye on the clock.

Title: 1400 Stimulus Payment: How can you claim this payment?
Summary: The New York STAR program has approved rebates to help homeowners afford their school tax bills, and most will arrive by September 11. The Basic Star payment averaged 778 dollars last year. Those receiving the enhanced STAR checks received a larger amount 1,407 dollars on average. But don’t worry, you won’t have to pay the full amount upfront. You can use the rebate to buy a new pair of shoes, a fancy dinner, or a vacation to Hawaii. Just make sure you don’t spend it all in one day, or you might end up with a tax bill for the next year.

Title: 4 Ways My Finances Changed When I Went Freelance
Summary: I’ve been a full-time freelancer for more than a year now. Here are the money changes I faced as a result. If you’re considering becoming a freelancer, I hope my experience can help you decide. Or maybe not, because I’m still broke and lonely.

Title: The Motley Fool: Look into telecom giant Verizon for investment income
Summary: Verizon Communications, the king of the telecom sector, just gave its loyal shareholders a royal treat. It upped its dividend by 2%, making it a whopping 6.8% yield. That’s the 17th time in a row that Verizon has rewarded its investors with more cash in their pockets. That’s a record-breaking streak that no one can match. Of course, Verizon is not without its troubles, like a mountain of debt that it has to climb. But hey, who needs money when you have Verizon?