Marcos Cabello

Writer, Banking/Deposits
Ribbon EXPERTISE
  • Consumer banking
  • Personal finance
  • Economic policy
  • Federal Reserve news
Education EDUCATION
  • Juris Doctor, Boston University
  • Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Philosophy. Minor in Psychology, Florida State University

Marcos Cabello is a banking writer at Bankrate, where he’s dedicated to helping readers make the best decisions about their finances. Currently, Marcos writes about consumer banking, reviewing deposit products like certificates of deposit, savings, checking and money market accounts. Previously, Marcos wrote about money for CNET and NextAdvisor, running the gamut of personal finance topics including U.S. economic policy and cryptocurrency.

If you don’t find Marcos behind his computer screen, you’ll probably find him behind another screen, playing the newest Nintendo Switch title, streaming the latest TV show, reading a book on his Kindle or doing some creative writing.

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Marcos's latest articles

  • Synchrony Bank CD rates

    Synchrony offers a wide range of CD terms with high yields, making it a good choice for savers looking to build a CD ladder.

    2 min read Aug 22, 2024

  • Bank of America savings bonus

    Bank of America has offered plenty of savings account bonuses in the past, but currently has limited options available for new account holders.

    2 min read Aug 20, 2024

  • Marcus by Goldman Sachs CD rates

    Marcus by Goldman Sachs offers CDs across numerous terms — from six months to six years with just $500 being needed to open an account.

    2 min read Aug 20, 2024

  • PNC Bank CD rates

    PNC Bank offers a variety of CD terms. While you can earn higher rates for a higher balance, you can still find higher yields elsewhere.

    2 min read Aug 17, 2024

  • TD Bank CD rates

    TD Bank offers tiered interest rates; however, you can find higher yields elsewhere.

    2 min read Aug 17, 2024

  • CIT Bank CD rates

    CIT Bank is an online-only institution that offers several CDs, with terms ranging from six months to five years. Some terms are competitive.

    2 min read Aug 16, 2024

  • Wells Fargo CD rates

    Wells Fargo offers special and standard rate CDs. The special rates require you to deposit at least $5,000. The standard rates require you to deposit $2,500. You can also earn bonus rates on these CDs if you link a Wells Fargo Prime Checking or Portfolio Account.

    2 min read Aug 16, 2024