I have been making a effort to read other personal wealth management blogs. The theory is, if I find some interesting sources, then I will just collect and comment and add links, rather than write original articles.

In the article Buying a CD from a Broker, the procedure is outlined and alternatives, such as money market funds are compared. Primary concerns are return, duration, safety of the investment, administrative effort and cost. The author concludes that the 3 month CD prchased throiugh Schwab at no additional charge was a reasonable way to go.

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Certificates of Deposit (CDs)