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Will Debit Cards Soon Charge Monthly Fees?
LowCards.com on September 5, 2011
Have a debit card with a rewards program? Probably not for long. In fact, you may soon start paying a monthly fee just for the privilege of using this type of plastic.
Banks Make Millions Selling Your Shopping Habits
B.T. Ballenger on December 19, 2011
Banks have another idea to make money – and strangely enough, this new tactic might even save you a few bucks.
7 Steps to Switch to a Better Bank
B.T. Ballenger on December 19, 2011
Banks are giving us plenty of reasons to switch: higher fees, fewer services, and instability, to name a few. If you’re fed up, don’t be afraid to make a change – but do it the right way.
Fed To Cast Final Vote on Debit Card Fees Wednesday
LowCards.com on June 27, 2011
There’s only one more vote separating banks from much lower debit card fees. If it happens, it’s certain that retailers win and banks lose. But what about consumers?
When You Donate to Charity, Are You Donating to a Bank Too?
Stacy Johnson CPA on February 6, 2015
The growing use of online charitable giving is a boon to nonprofits. But there’s an unintended beneficiary of this cyber generosity: The banks processing all those credit card transactions are raking in millions.
Study Finds CARD Act Helped Reduce Credit Card Fees
LowCards.com on May 12, 2011
It’s been two years since the Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility, and Disclosure Act became law. A new study suggests it may have done at least part of what Congress intended.
Why It Might Be Time to Leave Your Bank – and 3 Steps to Replace It
Karla Bowsher on December 19, 2011
As more banks increase their fees and create new ones, more and more consumers are ready to switch. Here’s where they’re taking their business – and how you can find a new bank too.
Banks Pushing Cash-Back Credit Cards
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
Cash-back credit cards are more popular than ever – here’s a look at some of the most popular cards, along with pitfalls to watch for.
Will Consumers Pay for Reduction in Debit Fees?
LowCards.com on December 19, 2011
The Federal Reserve recently proposed a reduction of up to 80 percent in the fees banks charge merchants for processing debit cards. If the proposal is instituted, retailers win and banks lose. But what about consumers?
Foreclosure Rip-offs – First the Banks, Now the Lawyers?
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
In prior stories, we’ve covered blatant rule violations by lenders and the lawyers they hired to process foreclosures. Turns out some of the lawyers defending hapless homeowners may also be more interested in money than justice.
Next Bank Scandal? Forced-Place Homeowners Insurance
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 16, 2010
Imagine how you’d feel if your mortgage lender bought one year’s worth of homeowners insurance on your home – then billed you $33,000?
Consumer Tips for Automated Banking
Stacy Johnson CPA on December 19, 2011
Last month Chase’s online banking was down for a few days – if that happens with your bank, what about your automatic bill payments? Proper protocol for online banking…
Bank of America: Free Checking May Become Fee Checking
Brian O'Connell on December 19, 2011
The nation’s largest bank, Bank of America, is exploring ways to leave free checking behind.
Congress Takes a Swipe at Swipe Fees
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 7, 2012
If you have a debit card, the cost for using it is likely to drop – for your local merchant. Whether you’ll see the savings or not, only time will tell.
Tired of Being Robbed by Your Bank?
Brian O'Connell on December 19, 2011
If the savings rates you’re receiving at your bank are too low, maybe it’s time to shop for better rates.
The Mother of Outrageous Fees?
Stacy Johnson CPA on June 16, 2010
A New York company recently announced a plan to collect 1% of the sales price of a home each and every time it’s sold for the next century.
Ranking the “Most Hated” Consumer Fees
Brian O'Connell on November 7, 2012
It’s often said America is the home of the fee. Here are five of the worst… Is your most hated fee on it?
How Ron Dealt with Debt: Bankruptcy
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 29, 2010
A heartbreaking, personal story from just one of the 1.4 million Americans who filed bankruptcy last year.
Hate Your Bank? 3 Steps to Ditch ‘Em
Money Talks News on December 19, 2011
There are still places you can get free checking with lower fees. And switching doesn’t have to be a hassle.
Fed Finally Stops Overdraft Fees on Debit Cards…Kind of
Stacy Johnson CPA on November 13, 2009
If you used your debit card to buy a $3 latte when there was only $2.95 in your account, you were suddenly drinking a $33 latte.
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