CIT’s Platinum Savings account pays 3.75% APY on balances of $5,000 or more. If your balance dips below $5,000, it earns a paltry 0.25% APY. If you tend to carry high balances — at least $5,000 — this ...

Editor's Note: APYs listed in this article are up-to-date as of the time of publication. They may fluctuate (up or down) as the Fed rate changes. CNBC Select will update as changes are made public.

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