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Consumer banking writer @NerdWallet, avid lit. lover, distance runner. Black lives matter. @Cal alum. Views expressed are my own. He/him spencer@nerdwallet.com

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As a staff writer at NerdWallet, I write about all things personal finance, with particular interest in banking and small business articles and data-driven studies. When not writing, I'm training for another marathon or reading and listening to podcasts until another good Netflix show returns.

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Kickstarter vs. Indiegogo vs. Kiva Zip: Which is Best for Small Business?

Kickstarter vs. Indiegogo vs. Kiva Zip: Which is Best for Small Business?

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How I Earned $8,000 in Interest in Less Than 4 Years (And What I Wish I’d Done Sooner)

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By Spencer Tierney Verified
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The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Earning interest in a savings account is a reliable way to get some extra money. The process isn’t flashy or instant, but it works.
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Rate Tracker: Inflation vs. High-Yield Savings Rates

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By Spencer Tierney Verified
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We believe everyone should be able to make financial decisions with confidence. While we don't cover every company or financial product on the market, we work hard to share a wide range of offers and objective editorial perspectives. So how do we make money? Our partners compensate us for advertisements that appear on our site. This compensation helps us provide tools and services - like free credit score access and monitoring.
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Savings and CD Rates Today, Thursday, December 11: Small Dip

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By Margarette Burnette Verified, Spencer Tierney Verified
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We believe everyone should be able to make financial decisions with confidence. And while our site doesn’t feature every company or financial product available on the market, we’re proud that the guidance we offer, the information we provide and the tools we create are objective, independent, straightforward — and free. So how do we make money? Our partners compensate us.
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