Additional Protection for US Consumers

President Obama wants to create the Consumer Financial Protection Agency.  The purpose of the agency is to protect consumer credit and their banking transactions.  Additionally, The Federal Reserve Bank will have the added responsibility of supervising large financial institutions and monitor risk within the financial system.  Obama even [...]

Yet another great way to save.

 

If you are like most people, saving money can be a bit challenging.  Well how about splitting your direct deposit check amongst several bank accounts.   The month of May is National Direct Deposit and Direct Payment Month.  This is a great time to take advantage [...]

Picking the right Bank Account

There are several things to consider when selecting a bank account.  There are also several perks that many banks now offer.  Some of these include interest, free checking, student checking, and free gifts.  But what should you consider when shopping for a new bank account?