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With so many different types of car insurance available, consumers can quickly get overwhelmed when trying to make a decision on which policy to buy. Fortunately, the in...
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Thanks to the rise of technology, and the ability to bank remotely, online bank accounts are becoming increasingly popular. You don’t need to limit your banking op...
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What's the difference between a prepaid debit card and a credit card? These prepaid debit cards look like credit cards, and when you make purchases with them, they act l...
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Karlene Sinclair-Robinson explains the importance of building a personal relationship with your bank and how it can help in you in the future. "No matter the size of you...
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As an investment product, CD's or certificates of deposit remain a traditionally safe investment option. While safe, CD's also come with their own set of limitations tha...
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How much are you saving for retirement? Is it enough? Here are some tips and tricks for meeting your retirement goals.
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Shondell Clark explains how she paid off $95,000 in personal debt in just two years and explains how you can use the same methods to get debt free faster!
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With tax season under way, one of the questions that often comes up is whether or not you have to report the income you receive from savings accounts and CDs. Here is wh...
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Last year, Capital One announced that it had acquired ING Direct. In November 2012, the two legally became one bank. However, the re-branding effort has been moving at a...
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When evaluating credit cards, one of the first things that many consumers consider is the APR. The interest rate is a big deal if you carry a balance, since the higher y...
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A person’s credit report affects a lot more than his or her ability to get a loan. From leasing an apartment to landing a job, having a good credit record can go a...
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Now that the holidays are fast approaching, we wanted to give a couple gifts to you, our loyal readers. We’ve teamed up with several other Personal Finance blogger...
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Big changes are coming to your taxes if the government doesn’t come to an agreement on the fiscal cliff, and those changes will make your pockets lighter in 2013. ...
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In business, spending and expansion are good and necessary, and so is having a “rainy day fund”. Whenever I mention this type of account to business owners w...
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Buying a home can be a complicated process. Understanding the difference between mortgage brokers and mortgage lenders will help you understand who you should be working...
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Should you rent or buy a home? How do you know what's right for you? This article explains the pros and cons of renting vs buying a home and what to consider when you're...
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The ongoing fees that come with alternative options like check services and prepaid cards may actually cost more in the long run than those encountered through tradition...
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The foreclosure process can stretch out over long periods of time as lenders move through the proper legal channels. Fortunately, homeowners do have certain rights throu...
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To all of the Knowyourbank.com blog readers out there, I want to bring to your attention an easy way to donate to organizations that are helping people who have been hit...
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Checking account fees are becoming more and more common after many banks advertised totally free checking for years. One man even won a lawsuit against a major bank that...
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Personal finance does not have to be a headache-inducing experience. With a bit of advice, creating a budget – a real, workable budget that actually makes sense fo...
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Not anyone can join a credit union. Credit unions have Field of Membership (FOM) requirements that members have to meet. Each credit union has its own rules, and you nee...
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Online banking is becoming more and more popular as consumers look for products that fit their needs. If you are looking for the right bank for you, start out by using a ba...
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The Chase Liquid Prepaid Card was launched nationwide in July 2012, and in August 2012 Chase’s mobile banking application became available to all Chase Liquid card holders....
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With more and more recent graduates looking for answers about what they can do about student loan defaults we wanted to put together some information to let people know tha...
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A lot of people want to know what is the "Best Bank" for them to open an account with. The truth is that there are many excellent banks out there doing a great job. What it...
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We are excited about the new Knowyourbank and hope that with your help we will be able to facilitate the exchange of knowledge so that our users will be more informed an...
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Mobile banking is becoming a more and more effective way to handle every day banking needs. With more people tha...
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Read a guest post from JD Power and Associates dicsussing tips for selecting a credit card. In this article they cover the results of their Credit Card Satisfaction Stud...
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Do you own a home? Ever thought about refinancing? If not, maybe you should. In this post we look at three different refinance scenarios and the estimated amount of mone...
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Credit and debit cards might look alike, but there are some keen differences between the two that can be helpful in various financial situations. In this article we cove...
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With traditional banks making it harder for people to get approved for loans, many are turning to peer to peer lending. Banks often have hoops for you to jump through, a...
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One of the subjects coming up right now is food price inflation. However, it's not just inflation in terms of food prices that you have to be concerned about; inflation ...
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There are many rewards credit cards out there, offering a number of opportunities for you to earn free travel, merchandise, and cash back. How do you know which one is r...
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One of the ways that you can ease potential cash flow issues in your business is to get a business credit card. A business credit card provides you with a way to free up...
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Have you bounced checks or made overdrafts in the past? Have you ever had a problem opening a new bank account? It could be the result of your bank logging a complain wi...
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Small business banking tips to help you make good decisions for your business banking. Separate accounts, saving money for taxes, and using credit responsibly to build y...
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Starting a small business isn't easy. Obtaining the financing can be difficult, especially since you might have trouble finding a bank that is willing to take a chance o...
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When you're starting a business choosing a bank is more important than you might think. Here are three things that you should consider when choosing a bank for your star...
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Are you trying to get a credit card but are unable to get approved because of bad or limited credit? You're not alone, and a secured credit card could be the answer. Not...
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More and more people are talking about the rapidly growing mountain of student debt that many young adults face in the United States. In fact, there is more student...
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There has been a lot of discussion about the possibility of Greece leaving the European Union but not much about the potential effect on the largest U.S. banks.
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Online banking is an essential part of your financial life. Here are 7 online banking programs that may be good for you if you like to handle your banking needs online i...
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Non-citizen residents in the United States have many reasons to want to open a bank account. Indeed, it can make it easier to manage money when you have a bank account, ...
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The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau is examining 9 banks on overdraft fees practices. The banks are being investigated for potentially pushing customers into ove...
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Everyone needs to have a credit card for emergencies. Here's what you need to know for choosing the right one to have in case of an emergency.
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When you walk in to the bank and deposit a check, chances are that you expect that money to be made immediately available to you. If you deposit $300, you expect that yo...
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A recent report from Dallas Federal Reserve Bank research head Harvey Rosenblum suggests we need to break up the big banks, and get rid of the idea that they are "too bi...
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A negative and inaccurate item on your credit report can bring down your credit score, and result in an undesirable outcome when applying for credit. Here's how to disup...
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Your credit score amounts to your financial reputation. If you want the best interest rate on a mortgage, and the lowest insurance premiums, you need a good financial re...
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After the financial crisis of 2008, in order to boost faith in banks and encourage deposits, FDIC insurance coverage was increased from $100,000 to $250,000. As a result...
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