Ep.47 The Pros and Cons of CDs as an Investment Option
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Ep.47 The Pros and Cons of CDs as an Investment Option
Many people are turning to CDs as a safer way to save money right now, but is it really the best option? In this episode of the Red Barn Financial Podcast, we explore the pros and cons of Certificates of Deposit (CDs) as a savings vehicle.
Pros:
Interest Rates are higher than they have been
Less risky in the short term than stocks
Short term CDs are yielding close to 5%
Cons:
Liquidity
Taxes will eat into your earnings
Getting out early could cost you interest/yield
If you are invested in CDs and the stock market rallys you could miss out.
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