Savings accounts: everyone should have at least one, but when your local bank is offering to pay you interest at dismal rates as low as 0.01%, saving can be downright discouraging. Thankfully, in the internet age we live in, savers … Continued
Have you ever wondered how your bank makes money? After all, they give you a checking account for free, and they give you interest on all the money you let sit in your savings account, and your certificate of deposit. … Continued
What do you need to open a bank account? Whether you are opening your first bank account, or you are creating a new account in addition to other bank accounts you own, there is some basic information that is required … Continued
One of the many challenges people face when opening a checking account is their credit. This is partly because in some instances, banks may refuse to open checking or savings accounts for those who have had financial difficulties. It is … Continued
You may have received the offers in the mail or heard about it online: banks are handling out cash bonuses to new customers that open a savings or checking account. These offers can range from $25 on up to $300. … Continued
If you’re looking around to choose the best bank for your savings, or are thinking about switching banks to get a better interest rate, you should consider online savings accounts. They offer significant advantages to consumers in terms of higher … Continued
There are more and more online savings accounts popping up. These accounts are generally limited solely to the internet, which means that there are no brick and mortar locations for you to visit. They can provide a variety of benefits, … Continued
Although Ally began as an insurance agency, they are now one of the largest and most well-known online banks. Since 2006, Ally has received hundreds of awards from various companies for their banking and insurance operations. Here is a look into … Continued