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- BrokeragesWhere your index funds live. Trades are $0 at all six, so compare the extras.Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Vanguard, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Interactive BrokersCompare 6

- Robo-advisorsHands-off investing: it builds and rebalances a portfolio for you, for a yearly fee.Betterment, Wealthfront, Schwab Intelligent Portfolios, Vanguard Digital Advisor, Fidelity GoCompare 5

- Budgeting appsA plan for your money. The best app is the one you'll open every week.YNAB, Monarch, Copilot Money, EveryDollar, Goodbudget, PocketGuardCompare 6

- High-yield savings accountsA calm, FDIC-insured home for your emergency fund. Rates move often.Ally Bank, Marcus by Goldman Sachs, American Express High Yield Savings, Capital One 360 Performance Savings, SoFi Checking and SavingsCompare 5

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- If we couldn't confirm a number there, we say “Check provider site” instead of guessing.
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