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The Worst Travel Credit Card Mistakes That Will Cost You a Free Flight
When travel season hits you will want to cash in on those miles or points...
Insider Secrets from a Chase Banker: How to Complain the Right Way
Chase is a big bank that charges plenty of fees. But, there are many cases where Chase will remove a fee -- see which fees and charges can be waived.
Simon Zhen
4 Retirement Myths Millennials Can't Afford to Believe
Believing certain retirement myths can seriously delay your savings and if you‘re still in your 20s, there's no time like the present to get started.
Rebecca Lake
6 Things We Wish Banks Would Do Differently
Everybody has a pet peeve or two when it comes to their bank and there are certain...
4 Financial Safety Nets Every Millennial Needs When Changing Jobs
Compared to older workers, millennials are more likely to make frequent job changes...
4 Options to Consider When You Can't Pay Your Tax Bill
Figuring what to do if you can't pay your taxes means acting fast to minimize the amount of interest and penalties you'll owe to the IRS.
Rebecca Lake
Mortgage Closing Costs and Fees Explained
Home buyers are by and large in the dark when it comes to closing costs but understanding how they work makes it easier to save on mortgage fees.
Rebecca Lake
4 Signs You're Financially Clueless
If you're among the many Americans who are falling behind with finances, you're not...
Why Money Transfer Between Bank Accounts Isn't Instant?
Transferring money between your linked bank accounts should be hassle-free,...
Watch Out for These Pitfalls When Making Large Cash Deposits
Learn the rules of depositing large amounts of cash into the bank and avoid the fees involved with these deposits.
Rebecca Lake
How Chase QuickPay Helps With No-Cash Deposit Policy?
Chase QuickPay is now easier to use to pay Bank of America and Wells Fargo customers because of the clearXchange payments networks. See how it works.
Simon Zhen
Why Opening a Joint Checking Account is Risky
Opening a joint bank account can streamline your financial life if you're married,...
Compare U.S. & International Wire Transfer Fees
Wire transfers are one of the most expensive services from banks.
How Much Does...
What Happens if Your Bank Rejected Tax Refund?
Learn what happens to your tax refund when the bank rejects the direct deposit, possibly because the wrong account number was entered.
Rebecca Lake
Should You Pay for Mortgage Loan Points?
In order to make a sound financial decision, it helps to understand some important variables and factors before you begin.
Marc Robinson
Cashier’s Check, Money Order and Personal Check: Which One Clears the Fastest?
Here are all three checks, totaling $300.
How quickly deposits were available
Almost...
When to Use a Debit Card Cash Advance
Cash advances are typically associated with credit cards, but some banks allow you...
Sending Money Is Getting Easier for U.S. Bank Customers
U.S. Bank joined a digital payment network that promises to make it very easy to send money to people at other banks.
Simon Zhen
Banks Have Tough Rules on Check Deposits Written to More Than One Person
Learn the check-cashing fees at the largest U.S. banks and find out how you can cash a check without a bank account.
Simon Zhen
4 Alternatives to Direct Deposit
Direct deposit is the quickest way that an employer can pay you because the money...
Millennial Generation Banking Habits Aren't What's Wrong With Banks
Millennials, widely known as the generation born between the early 1980s to the early...
Why Independent Contractors Need an Online-Only Bank
Fee-free banks can be the perfect financial solution for independent contractors who don't want to spend a lot to manage their money.
Rebecca Lake
4 Reasons Why You're Still Not Using Credit Card Rewards
Having a pile of credit card rewards does you no good if you're not using them. Knowing how to make them work for you means they won't end up going to waste.
Rebecca Lake
Bank Teller Fees: How Much It Costs to Talk to a Live Person
Waiting in line at the teller window can certainly be a drain on your time and at...
How Many Overdraft Fees Can Your Bank Charge You In One Day?
Overdraft fees are one of the most annoying charges bank customers face,...
How to Avoid a Minimum Balance Checking Account Fee
If you're constantly handing over money to your bank for minimum balance fees, making a few changes to how you manage your accounts can help you avoid them.
Rebecca Lake
How Long Does It Take a Check Deposit at the ATM to Clear?
Learn how long it takes for a check to clear after you deposit it at an ATM and how soon you can withdraw the money.
Rebecca Lake
Bank Account Closed? 7 Steps You Must Take Next
Maintaining a separate savings account at an online bank can act as an emergency...
How to Qualify for a Mortgage By Avoiding These Bank Account Mistakes
When you're trying to buy a home, making yourself as attractive as possible to...
2018 Tax Deductions Changes for Freelancers
Learn all about the changes to tax deductions for freelancers in 2018 after President Trump and Congress passed a new tax reform bill into law. Find out which expenses are tax-deductible and which deductions are no longer available to those who work for themselves.
Rebecca Lake