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Overdraft Fees Are On Their Way Out
Smart Buying New overdraft policies are emerging as consumers and government officials pressure banks to get rid of the fees.
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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Low Interest Rates Got You Down? How to Boost Your Returns on Cash Savings
banking If you’ve got a lot of money sitting in cash, it could be worth looking into using a cash management system to find a better rate of return. Let it do the work while you reap the rewards.
By Taylor Schulte, CFP • Published
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How to Nix Checking Fees
Making Your Money Last Strictly free accounts aren’t the only way to bank - almost all banks and credit unions offer ways around paying fees.
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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Banking at the Post Office May Be Making a Comeback
Making Your Money Last Advocates say the Postal Service can provide access to an essential financial system while bolstering its own economic position.
By Staff • Published
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TOD Accounts Versus Revocable Trusts – Which Is Better?
savings Both help you pass down assets while avoiding the time and expense of probate, but one comes with a lot more flexibility than the other.
By Tracy Craig, Fellow, ACTEC, AEP® • Published
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There's No Vaccine Against Inflation
Economic Forecasts Prices should ease in 2022, but inflation will remain above the levels of recent years.
By Sandra Block • Published
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How to Choose the Right Payment App
banking Using PayPal, Venmo, Zelle and other apps is convenient, but there are pros and cons to each.
By Lisa Gerstner • Published
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Spending Like It’s 2019
Smart Buying Setting spending targets and using budgeting apps can help tame the urge to live it up (now that we can again).
By Emma Patch • Published
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4 Ways to Earn More From Your Rainy Day Fund
savings You should set aside enough money to cover three to six months of living expenses in case of an emergency. But sticking this cash in a savings account can mean forgoing earnings from interest.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis • Published