

Are CDs Worth It, and Managing a Life-Changing Windfall
The rates on certificates of deposit have shot up over the past year. But are CDs really a good option, especially when high-yield savings accounts are offering similar yields? Sean Pyles and Sara Rathner discuss. Then Sean and Liz Weston talk with a listener about how to manage a life-changing financial windfall. To…
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