CD Rates End the Month Still At Dismal Lows July 31, 2009
Those who may be continually watching out for even the most tentative signs of economic recovery had a lot to be happy about this month – big banks reporting stellar 2nd quarter income (yes, even the most "troubled" ones), rise in home sales, the Dow Average seeing record highs again, and an expected decline in the number of job layoffs for this month.
Mortgage rates relatively unchanged as banks show mixed results
Mortgage rates again failed to break the 5 percent rate for the second consecutive week—a far cry from April’s record low rates. Rates remain steady as mixed news from the US economy has analyst guessing next market movements.
Choosing the Right Credit Card
Credit cards offer people the power to purchase almost anything without having to deal out large amounts of cash. Credit card spending is, at times, tricky and wrong decisions could leave you with huge debts and interest payments.
USAA Asks It’s Consumers – What’s On Your Mind?
This week USAA Bank launched what they are calling a "Conversation Site" entitled - What's On Your Mind. The micro/community website focuses helping those who are unsure what to do with such questions as: "Dealing with credit card debt?",
Discover Current Debit Card $5 Offer
Designed for teens, tailored for parents. This is how Discover describes their Current Prepaid Debit Card for teens.
Fifth Third Scholarship Sweepstakes
For any new high school graduates concern with tuition fees, now is the time to start thinking about placing your money is the right account for you. Make sure to choose a bank that has multiple locations around your campus so to keep those pesky ATM fees to a minimum.
Checking Out Checking Accounts
If you are an adult American citizen you probably have a checking account, but perhaps you are not aware of the different types of checking accounts available? It pays to explore the range of account options in all their various combinations.
Bank of America to Reduce Branch Network as More Costumers Go Online, Mobile
Bank of America, the country's largest bank, earlier this week revealed plans to reduce its number of branches over the next three to five years.
Putting Your Money in a Callable CD: How Wise Is It?
Despite CD rates staying at all-time lows these past few months, bank clients are still pumping more money into Certificate of Deposits because there are limited investment options as of this time.
Types of Savings Accounts
Opening a savings account is the easiest way for people to save and earn money at the same time. It is the simplest form of investment. There are different types of savings accounts which vary according to your type of needs.
Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley Battle Independent Brokerages For Wealthy Investors
U.S. Bank Acquires FBOP Corporation’s 9 Failed Banking Subsidiaries
First Premier Bank Offer Credit Card with 79.9% APR…Wait, What?
Assessing the Impact of the FDIC’s Temporary Liquidity Guarantee Program
FDIC Chairman Shelia Bair on The State of American Banking – Summary and Analysis
Savers Left With Fewer Options as Hudson City Savings Lowers Top CD Rates
Wells Fargo Settles $1.4 Billion Lawsuit Regarding Auction-Rate Securities
‘Too Big To Fail’ Firms May Be Broken Down To Smaller Size
TD Bank In the Holiday Spirit With Million Dollar Givaway
Visa Mobile Banking App for Android Now Available For U.S. Bank Customers
