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Shannon Lee, a versatile contributor to MoneyRates, is a freelance writer with a passion that spans over two decades. Her extensive writing portfolio encompasses a myriad of topics, ranging from personal finance and home improvement to education, relationships, and medical and health subjects. In addition to her prolific freelance career, Shannon is also a novelist. Shannon’s dedication to providing insightful and informative content makes her a valued voice in the world of personal finance.

Recent Articles By Shannon Lee

Current Checking Review 2024

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If you are very comfortable with mobile banking and don’t need a physical bank branch to feel like your money is safe, Current might be the right place for you. It’s important to note that Current is not a bank but a financial technology company. However, its partner bank, Choice Financial Group, is an FDIC… Continue reading Current Checking Review 2024

The Best Checking Accounts in Alabama for 2024

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When choosing a checking account in Alabama, there is no shortage of options. Those include local banks and credit unions, as well as online banks. Let’s look at the wide variety of checking accounts in Alabama and how they work. Compare Alabama Checking Accounts with Online Checking Accounts Online banks and traditional brick-and-mortar banks each… Continue reading The Best Checking Accounts in Alabama for 2024

The Best Savings Accounts in Utah for 2024

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In 1866, Utah joined the banking world with the first national bank in the state, the Miner’s National Bank of Salt Lake City. Only three years later, in 1869, the bank was taken over by the First National Bank of Utah. Though banks struggled during this time, they soon leveled out into what we have… Continue reading The Best Savings Accounts in Utah for 2024

The Best Savings Accounts in New York for 2024

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There are dozens of online banks and over 200 banks and credit unions operating in the New York City metro area alone, and most of those have dozens of branches across the state. Some of those banks are massive. The money in deposit accounts in those bank branches is greater than that of Chicago, Washington… Continue reading The Best Savings Accounts in New York for 2024

Best Savings Accounts in New Jersey for 2024

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New Jersey is home to over 300 banking institutions, not including online banks that are approved to operate in The Garden State. Among those financial institutions are numerous options for high-yield accounts, including savings accounts. Narrowing down those options can be tough, but that’s where strong reviews come into play. We can help you choose… Continue reading Best Savings Accounts in New Jersey for 2024

The Best Savings Accounts in Tennessee for 2024

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Banking is big business in Tennessee, with 158 commercial banks in the state in 2016 holding deposits of over $131 billion, according to Ballotpedia. That’s not including credit unions or online banks, both of which have a healthy presence in the Volunteer State. Given the number of solid institutions in the state, narrowing down the… Continue reading The Best Savings Accounts in Tennessee for 2024

The Best Savings Accounts in Oklahoma for 2024

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Oklahoma has a long history of banking. According to the Oklahoma Historical Society, when it was known simply as the Oklahoma Territory, local merchants performed the role of bankers. But when the territory was opened to settlers with the famous land run of 1889, nine banks were established within a matter of days. One of… Continue reading The Best Savings Accounts in Oklahoma for 2024

The Best Savings Accounts in Ohio for 2024

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Though the majority of banks and branches in Ohio are found in the large cities of Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus, you can find a bank or credit union in even the tiniest town — and that’s in addition to the presence of online banks. Finding the best savings accounts in Ohio becomes a matter of… Continue reading The Best Savings Accounts in Ohio for 2024

The Best Savings Accounts in Mississippi for 2024

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Choosing the best savings account in Mississippi is easy, thanks to such a wide variety of options. According to the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance, the state ranks 13th in the nation for the total amount of assets under supervision in the state — a whopping $143 billion. It’s safe to say that… Continue reading The Best Savings Accounts in Mississippi for 2024

Western State Bank Money Market Account Review 2024

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Western State Bank makes opening a high-yield money market account easy. In as little as five minutes, you can complete the online application, and then quickly speak directly to a banker who will ensure you have all you need to get started. With higher-than-average interest rates and no minimum balance requirement, this could be the… Continue reading Western State Bank Money Market Account Review 2024

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