Bank Fees
Hundreds of banks slapped with lawsuits for ATM fees
More people are reporting being satisfied with their banks. At the same time, banks are being sued more for banking fees and ATM fees.
Friday, April 22nd, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Millions moved their money away from Wall Street banks in 2010
Consumers fed up with bailouts, bonuses and bogus fees are ditching big banks and switching to local banks and credit unions by the millions.
Friday, March 25th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Debit card interchange fees force consumers to pay hefty tax
Debit card interchange fees banks charge merchants amount to an “invisible tax” everyone pays, says public policy consultant Richard Eskow.
Thursday, March 24th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Debit card rewards next on the chopping block at large banks
The largest banks in the nation are adding debit card rewards program to the chopping block, due to new interchange fee rules.
Monday, March 21st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
JP Morgan Chase introduces $5 ATM transaction fees
JP Morgan Chase is leading the charge to raise non-customer ATM fees. The bank has introduced a whopping $5 non-customer fee.
Thursday, March 17th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
JP Morgan Chase may cap debit transactions at $50 or $100
JP Morgan Chase is considering a $50 or $100 debit card transaction cap. This would apply even when used as credit.
Friday, March 11th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Bank of America offering more choice in checking accounts
Bank of America has unveiled a pilot program that gives customers more choices regarding checking accounts and the related monthly fees.
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Large banks could place limits on debit card use
The nations' largest banks, increasingly coming under fire from legislation curbing excessive fees, may start limiting debit card usage.
Friday, February 18th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Banks demanding advance cash for checking accounts
People are going to have to pay advance cash to banks more often to use their money, as more fees are being instituted on checking accounts.
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Major banks want more cash advanced from customers
Major banks want more cash advanced from checking account holders. People with some major banks will have to pay more to use their own money.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
New Fed proposal takes aim at excessive debit card swipe fees
The Fed wants to bring swipe fees closer to what it costs banks to process debit card transactions, as required in the financial reform bill.
Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Chase fees may cost customers more cash per month
Chase bank is raising fees. If customers who get direct deposits don't make enough money, Chase will charge instant cash for their banking.
Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Consumers sick of giving banks a cash advance through fees
Overdraft fees are generating a lot of consumer resentment, as people don't want to give banks a cash advance to use their own money.
Thursday, December 9th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Social Security recipients, beware banks pushing personal loans
Going paperless with Social Security checks seemed fine, but banks have started targeting recipients with their high-cost personal loans...
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Payday loans online are still the best quick cash option
Banks still refuse to offer cheap credit, and payday loans online remain the best option for quick cash to meet emergency expenses. READ ON
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Without overdraft fees, will banks fire customers?
Congress has cracked down on overdraft fees, including those incurred by debit card transactions. Will banks have to "fire" bad customers?
Thursday, June 3rd, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Financial Reform | Credit and borrowing for the average person
Financial reform is about everyone's access to credit, credit reporting, affordable mortgages and how credit/debit cards affect our finances...
Monday, May 24th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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