It's hard to go wrong with high-yield savings accounts, but there are a few things you should know. Read on to find out which moves to avoid.

The best savings accounts on the market pay 5% or better—offering the highest rates in two decades. Start earning a great return today, before rates fall.

I use each high-yield savings account for a different goal, like a vacation to Ireland, a kitchen renovation, or future car repairs.

As the name implies, a high-yield savings account is a savings account with a significantly higher interest rate than a standard savings account — with some high-yield accounts offering rates up to 20 to 25 times the national average, which the FDIC currently puts at a meager 0.05%.

Savings account interest rates will continue to fall, but these accounts have their upsides too. Here's why I'm holding onto mine.

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