Way to Save #69: Use Only Your Bank's ATM

on December 19, 2011

Use only your bank’s ATM. Using a foreign bank racks up not only their ATM fee, but any fee your bank imposes, too. Avoid fees to get to your own money!

Way to Save #68: Don't Use A Bank

on December 19, 2011

Instead, use a credit union. Credit unions generally offer lower rates on loans, higher rates on savings, and lower fees than commercial banks. To find one that will accept you as a member, ask your employer or open the yellow pages and make a few calls.

Way to Save #67: Shop Your Banks

on December 19, 2011

As banks consolidate, competition is decreasing and fees are increasing. Think about the services you need first, then call around and see who can deliver them for the least money. Do you do a lot of ATM transactions? Then you need a bank with lots of branches and ATM machines to avoid paying “foreign” ATM … Continued

Avoiding Overdraft Fees

on December 19, 2011

It’s hard to live without a checking account. But it’s also hard to live with the fees you can rack up if you overdraw it.

8 Genius Moves to Make When the Price of Everything Is Going Up

on August 25, 2026

It feels like the price of everything goes up every time you leave the house. But before you start slashing your budget, here are a few clever, under-the-radar moves you can make today to put hundreds of dollars back in your pocket.

I’m a Multimillionaire. Here Are 10 Things I Refuse to Buy.

on August 20, 2026

Building wealth isn’t just about how much you make. It’s about avoiding purchases that drain your bank account.

Nvidia’s CEO Says AI Won’t Kill Jobs. I Was a Stockbroker When the Rust Belt Collapsed — 5 Things He’s Missing

on August 18, 2026

Nvidia’s CEO says AI will create more jobs than it destroys, but a former stockbroker who witnessed the Rust Belt collapse explains why that promise may offer little comfort to displaced workers. Here are five ways to protect your finances if technology changes your career or cuts your income.

7 Money Problems You Can Fix With AI for $0 (or Close to It)

on July 9, 2026

Most people pay full price for problems a free chatbot could fix in minutes. Here’s what nobody mentions.

9 Sneaky Surcharges Draining Your Wallet — Including the One That Just Spiked

on April 16, 2026

These hidden fees are everywhere now — on your dinner check, your flight, your hotel bill. Here’s how to fight back.

How to Get the Most Benefit From Your Health Savings Account

on September 18, 2025

Could this be the best way for you to save on health care expenses?

11 Money Management Trends You Should Know About

on September 16, 2025

Who knew there were so many ways to save, spend, and invest?

10 Hidden Senior Benefits Worth $10,000+ That Most Americans Never Claim

on November 3, 2025

While you’re getting 10% off at Denny’s, you’re missing the benefits that actually move the needle.

Trim the Fat: 10 Questions Retirees Should Ask to Cut Costs

on June 1, 2025

Small changes in everyday spending can lead to meaningful savings in retirement. A closer look at familiar routines may reveal more flexibility than you think.

Overdraft Overhaul: 7 Ways New Fee Caps Could Impact Your Account Balance

on April 14, 2025

Congress votes to maintain $35 overdraft fees that could have been capped at $5 – here’s how to protect yourself now.

Self-Employed Tax Tips: 10 Errors You Can’t Afford

on March 28, 2025

Discover crucial insights to keep more of your hard-earned money and avoid costly mistakes this tax season.

Self-Employed: You Can’t Afford to Make These 10 Tax Blunders

on March 11, 2025

When you run your own business, the IRS expects you to play by rules different from those of traditional employees.

6 Urgent Self-Employment Tax Errors to Correct Before Time Runs Out

on March 3, 2025

Running your own business offers freedom and flexibility but also includes responsibilities that can challenge even the most organized entrepreneurs. Learn how to deal with the IRS.

6 Pro-Level Investment Tricks to Supercharge Your Wealth

MTN Staff on February 14, 2025

The right investment strategies can help you grow and protect your money. These expert-backed tricks can give your portfolio the edge it needs.

6 Steps to Building a Highly Successful Investment Portfolio

MTN Staff on January 22, 2025

Discover how to create a balanced, diversified portfolio that grows with your goals and protects your financial future.

12 Sneaky Expenses That Are Eating Into Your Budget

MTN Staff on January 23, 2025

These unexpected costs might seem small, but they could quietly be sabotaging your finances. Here’s what to look for.

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