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That plan eventually ended up landing Rich Baich his first gig as a CISO at data broker company ChoicePoint.

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CD rates are currently at their highest compared to recent years, with many yielding over 4% APYs

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Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

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