Types of Investment Income
The most difficult, and important, decision to make when investing your hard-earned money is which type of investment account should you choose. Certificate of deposits, or CDs mature at a fixed rate on a fixed length of time, so you know what you’re getting up front. Mutual Funds may give a higher return, but are risky because they rely on the success of the stock market and the choices of the firm doing the investing on your behalf. Be sure to do your research on Chicago Banking Rates before you decide.
Common types of investment income accounts:
- Certificate of Deposits (CDs)
- IRAs
- Savings Bonds
- Stock and Mutual Funds
- Money Market Accounts (MMAs)
No matter what type of investment you decide to make, or even if you’re just seeking more information to help you make the right decision, Chicago Banking Rates can help make that decision easier. Check our Chicago Bank Listing page to find a bank near you.

