TD Bank Experiences Glitch, Puts Hold on Online Banking

TD Bank Experiences Glitch, Puts Hold on Online Banking

A computer system glitch today caused TD Bank to delay some of their online banking transactions.  

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Mobile Banking May Replace Your Local Branch

Mobile Banking May Replace Your Local Branch

According to Aite Group LLC, the number of banks in the U.S. offering mobile banking is expected to increase to 614 in 2009 compared to 245 in 2008. Banks have begun to adopt mobile banking technology after overcoming fears of low return-on-investment and risks of investing in perpetually changing technology.

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FDIC Seeks Prepayments

FDIC Seeks Prepayments

After rushing to the rescue of 95 banks this year, it appears that the FDIC might be nearing the bottom of its seemingly bottomless Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF).

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Starbucks Brings You The First Mobile Payment Via iPhone Application

Starbucks Brings You The First Mobile Payment Via iPhone Application

Mobile e-commerce is currently common only within Asian countries like Japan and South Korea, but on September 23rd, Starbucks looked to change this by launching the first US mobile application

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North Country Savings Bank 3.00% Checking Account

North Country Savings Bank 3.00% Checking Account

New York State based, North Country Savings Bank is offering a 3.00% high-yield checking account that is nationally available.  Advantage Checking offers this amazing rate on deposits up to $50,000.

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Credit Cards: As Dangerous as Alcohol? Federal Reserve Proposes New Rules

Credit Cards: As Dangerous as Alcohol? Federal Reserve Proposes New Rules

We have minimum legal ages for all kinds of activities we think are too dangerous for younger people; driving a car, smoking cigarettes, gambling, drinking alcohol...the list goes on and on.  

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ABA Survey: Consumers Prefer Online Banking

ABA Survey: Consumers Prefer Online Banking

Last week the American Bankers Association (ABA) released their newest survey that shows shift in consumer preference away from visiting bank branches.  

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The Triple Option CD – What Is It and How Does It Work?

The Triple Option CD – What Is It and How Does It Work?

There's a new type of CD being offered by some banks lately called the Triple Option CD.

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Federal Regulators Put Pressure on 1st Mariner Bancorp

Federal Regulators Put Pressure on 1st Mariner Bancorp

The FDIC and the Maryland Division of Financial Regulation have given a wag of the finger to 1st Mariner Bank, by way of a Cease and Desist order presented last week.

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Bank of America $25 Cash Back With Online Bill Payments

Bank of America $25 Cash Back With Online Bill Payments

Current Bank of America customers can receive $25 cash back just for using Online Bill Pay.  To earn the bonus, all you have to do is make two online bill payments within 30 days with an existing personal or small business checking account at Bank of America.

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