Archive for the ‘Online Banking’ Category
Tuesday, June 6th, 2006
Please understand that my little blog, this little corner of my life and this little patch of electronic ether on the internet is but merely the first step on your way to getting your financial life in order. It's about understanding exactly where you stand financially. Whether you're a recent ...
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Sunday, June 4th, 2006
I am sure you heard, but my favorite online bank INGDirect just raised their APY to 4.25%.
I know, it sounds empty and paltry compared to some of the other online banks out there. And you can invest your money in a CD for a higher yeild, too. But for those ...
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Saturday, May 27th, 2006
I know Emigrant, HSBC, and ING get all my love and attention, but there a plethora of high interest options out there ("high interest" when compared to the wonderful .5% APY you might get at a traditional bricks-and-mortart bank). But CitiBank has a great deal with their e-savings account, offering ...
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Saturday, May 27th, 2006
I noticed today that Emigrant Direct has upped its APY to 4.65% for their American Dreams Savings Account. This matches HSBC Direct's APY. Unfortunately, my stupid Dutch bank that I continue to be fiercely loyal to, lags behind with their APY. Honestly, I know there's not much of a difference ...
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Friday, May 19th, 2006
If you can't already tell, I am addicted to online banking of any type. Online bill pay was a personal revolution in my life. No more errands to the post office to pick up stamps. No more calling to reorder checks. No more mailing bills off days before their due ...
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Monday, May 8th, 2006
Many of you have brought it to my attention that there are a few other options for online savings accounts which have higher annual percentage yields than my Orange Savings Account at ING. I was aware of this and decided not to go with HSBCDirect or GMACBank.com for my own ...
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Friday, May 5th, 2006
I don't have either a checking or savings account with them, but for those of you who are looking for a little help, Washington Mutual has some great offers going right now. Free checking. Free ATM. Free wire transfers (these usually run about $40). They'll waive one overdraft fee per ...
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