Walmart’s Bluebird Card – Has Checking Met It’s Match?

Richard Barrington
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Walmart’s Bluebird prepaid debit card is a very competitive product, but there are some inherent drawbacks to using any prepaid card.

Why One Bank Is Switching to A Single Overdraft Fee

Jim Sloan
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Bank’s move could spur other banks to drop the charges that can lead to a “train wreck” of multiple overdrafts.

5 Simple Ways to Build A Rainy Day Fund

Jim Sloan
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Although many Americans are having trouble making ends meet, here are some ways to save money and keep it safe for when you need it.

6 Websites That Can Help You Reach Your Savings Goals

Jim Sloan
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Managing your finances and increasing your savings is made easier and entertaining with these websites.

Banks Roll Out A New Onslaught of Checking Account Fees

Jim Sloan
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With bank fees on the rise, customers can avoid the fees by following a few basic requirements, such as maintaining minimum balances and having direct deposit into your account. 

Why Banks Want Your Business

Jim Sloan
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Banks and brokerage firms are using special incentives in order to bring in more customers with multiple accounts.

Jumbo Yields on Reward Checking Accounts

Moneyrates Team
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Learn how much some customers are earning from their checking accounts with these jumbo APY calculations from MoneyRates.com.

5 Ways to Make Balancing Your Checkbook Easier

Barbara Marquand
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If reconciling your checkbook is a monthly nightmare, then take advantage of some of your bank’s nifty technology to make the task easier.

Is Your Checking Account Fully Insured? 3 Steps to Make Sure Your Money Is Safe

Barbara Marquand
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The FDIC insurance limit is now permanently set at $250,000. Understand how the limit applies to your deposits.

5 Ways to Save Money With Your Checking Account

Barbara Marquand
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With banks adding fees here and there, it’s harder, but not impossible, to minimize what you pay for checking account services.

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