Opening a Bank Account

Is your money making you any extra cash while it’s sitting in the bank? It likely isn’t, especially if it’s in a checking account. However, if you know where to look, you can earn extra money by putting your money in the right checking account. Don’t put your money in just any bank – choose […]

Thanks to online savings accounts, 1.8 percent interest has never been this exciting. With federal interest rates increasing for the first time since 2004, Internet-based banks are poised to steal customers away from the brick-and-mortar scrooges. If you’re thinking about switching banks, here are a few tips for choosing the best savings account. We’ll also talk about what you’ll get (more interest) and what you won’t get (monthly surcharges).