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
Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
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
Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
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 Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
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
Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
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
Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
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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