What to do (and not do) if your CD account matures this March, according to experts

Is your CD account maturing this month? Being strategic with those CD funds is critical in today's market.

Here's how much interest a $40,000 6-month CD can earn if opened this March

Interest earnings on a CD of this size and term can be significant. But that's not the only benefit to consider now.
Forbes

CD Rates Today: March 13, 2026 – Earn As Much As 4.94%

With more than 15 years of experience crafting content about all aspects of personal finance, Michael Benninger knows how to identify smart moves for your money. His work has been published by Intuit, ...

Best savings account rates in March 2026

Get savings rates that surpass the national average ...
Morningstar

CD Valet Survey Reveals that Only 33% of Financial Institutions Offer Digital Account Opening for CDs

SEATTLE, Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CD Valet is a digital marketplace that connects consumers with the best verified, high-yield CD rates nationwide, helping community financial institutions ...
MarketWatch

CD Valet Survey Reveals that Only 33% of Financial Institutions Offer Digital Account Opening for CDs

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. SEATTLE, Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CD Valet is a digital marketplace that connects consumers with the best ...

Schwab says you don’t have to buy CDs from your bank

If you’re only comparing CDs at your local bank, you may be missing the wider market entirely.

The Costly CD Mistake To Avoid at Maturity—And 3 Smarter Moves To Make Instead

If your CD term is almost up, missing your bank’s deadline could really cost you—with a lower APY and a new term you may not ...

High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: March 16, 2026 – Rates Are Steady

Savings account yields are much higher than a few years ago Top rates may fall if the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates ...