Banking Articles

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Feb. 10, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

4 Great Reasons to Have Accounts at Multiple Banks

You have options for where to keep your hard-earned money. Read on to learn why it's helpful to keep accounts with more than one bank.

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Feb. 9, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

3 Reasons Why You Should Close Your Unused Bank Accounts

It's common to have multiple bank accounts. But keep reading to learn why it's a good idea to close the ones you've stopped using.

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Feb. 8, 2023 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

3 Reasons Why Banking Bonuses Are a Big Deal

Bonuses for bank employees and executives can be an indicator of the overall economy's health. Read on to learn what they can mean for you.

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Feb. 7, 2023 | By Dana George

What to Do When the Bank Makes a Mistake in Your Favor

While bank errors are relatively rare, they do happen. Keep reading to learn what you should do if an error is made in your favor.

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Feb. 7, 2023 | By Dana George

Interest Rates Are on the Rise. Why Aren't Savings Rates?

To slow inflation, the Federal Reserve has slowly raised interest rates. Here's why the rate you're earning on savings has not kept pace.

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Feb. 6, 2023 | By Dana George

8 Attractive Perks of a Credit Union Membership

You have options when it comes to where you keep your money. Keep reading to learn what one writer likes about banking with a credit union.

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Feb. 5, 2023 | By Dana George

6 Advantages and 4 Disadvantages of Online Banking

The online banking industry is expected to grow dramatically in the coming years. Keep reading to learn more about what this will mean for consumers.

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Feb. 2, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

You Can Invest All You Want, but Here's Why This Other Strategy Is Key

You can't control the performance of your investments, but you may be able to grow your wealth in another way. Read on to see how.

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Feb. 2, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

Why This Wall Street Expert Hates Joint Bank Accounts

Your Rich BFF Vivian Tu doesn't believe in couples fully combining finances, for a few important reasons. Keep reading to see why.

Feb. 1, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

3 Reasons a Checking Account Is a Terrible Place for Your Emergency Fund

Having an emergency fund is personal finance 101. Read on to learn why you shouldn't keep that money in your checking.

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Jan. 31, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

Only 27% of Americans Have Enough Savings to Cover More Than 6 Months of Living Expenses

Many Americans would struggle to cover their living expenses if they lost their jobs due to a lack of savings. Find out why having savings is essential.

Jan. 31, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

Have a Lot of Spare Change? Do This With It

Have a lot of spare change and don't know what to do with it? Read on for a fun idea that will boost your savings and give you a chance to treat yourself, too.

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Jan. 30, 2023 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

Here's What Happens to Your Savings When the Fed Lowers Interest Rates

Are you enjoying your higher savings interest rates? Here's what to expect when the Fed moves rates the other way.

Jan. 30, 2023 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

3 Reasons to Buy T-Bills Yourself and Not Through Your Bank

There are different ways to buy Treasury bills. Keep reading to learn how skipping your bank and buying directly can save you money.

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Jan. 30, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

This Savings Technique Helps Me Stay On Top of My Freelance Tax Payments

Freelancers who struggle with saving enough money for taxes may want to automate the process. Here's how it can help.

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Jan. 29, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

Why This Old Fashioned Savings Trend Is Popular on TikTok

Do you struggle with overspending and aren't saving enough money? Here's why visual learners may want to give cash stuffing a try.

Jan. 27, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

Here's How Much Extra You'll Have in Your Emergency Fund if You Commit to Saving $25 Each Week

Do you want to save more in 2023 but have limited funds? Find out how much money you can save in a year with just $25 per week.

Jan. 27, 2023 | By Kailey Hagen

The 3 Best Places to Put Your Savings in 2023

Saving more money is only half the battle. Here's how to decide where to keep it once you've earned it.

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Jan. 25, 2023 | By Lyle Daly

This Is the 'Worst' Bank in the World, According to Wall Street Expert Vivian Tu

Financial influencer Vivian Tu has shared her pick for the worst bank in the world. Find out what she chose and why it's a bad place to put your money.

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Jan. 23, 2023 | By Lyle Daly

Chasing the Best Interest Rates? This Platform Will Find and Shift Your Money for You

Max My Interest helps you manage your money and earn higher interest rates. Learn more about how it works and find out if you should give it a try.

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Jan. 23, 2023 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

This Bank Was Downgraded by Barclays. Here's What That Means

Both Barclays and Bank of America have downgraded Ally Financial. Read below to find out why.

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Jan. 23, 2023 | By Ashley Maready

Here's How to Know if a Money Market Account Is the Right Move for You in 2023

Money market accounts have features of both checking and savings accounts. Keep reading to learn if one might be a good home for your money.

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Jan. 21, 2023 | By Natasha Etzel

7 Tips to Keep Your Banking Information Safe From Scammers in 2023

Scammers are looking for new ways to steal money from unsuspecting people. Find out how to protect your bank information from scammers to keep your money safe.

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Jan. 21, 2023 | By Dana George

Need to Transfer Money? This Is the Difference Between a Wire Transfer and ACH

ACH and wire transfers share several traits. Keep reading to learn more about the subtle differences.

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Jan. 20, 2023 | By Lyle Daly

Survey Finds Men Saved Over Twice as Much Money as Women in 2022

There was a significant gender savings gap in 2022. Check out how much men and women saved and see why there's such a large difference.

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