CDs are great for short-term goals and earning guaranteed interest. But they fall way behind when it comes to long-term investing and growth. Here's why.

When the Fed cuts rates, bond yields and CD rates usually fall too. Stocks, on the other hand, often benefit from lower borrowing costs and a friendlier environment for growth.

If you grew up with Windows XP or Windows 7, you probably remember how straightforward DVDs once were. Autorun and autoplay made discs feel plug-and-play; insert one, and you'd get a menu of options ...