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Money Market Accounts

When shopping for a savings account, don't forget to consider money market accounts. Explore the different benefits of MMAs.

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Why get a money market account

Learn about how these lesser-known accounts walk the line between savings and checking accounts, offering some of the best features of both.

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Pros and cons of MMAs

Explore the main advantages and disadvantages of opening a money market account.

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How MMAs work

Bankrate's complete guide to money market accounts and how they work.

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MMAs with no minimum balance

If you're struggling to meet balance requirements, these money market accounts can solve that problem while offering a strong APY.

 

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