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Clark.com ranks the best online banks, taking free checking and high-interest savings accounts into consideration.
Best Online Banks: Free Checking and High-Interest Savings Accounts Online Banking March 19th, 2024
The best online banks charge you fewer fees and pay you more interest. If you don't mind doing your banking…
Raisin Review
Raisin Review: Can You Trust This Online Savings Marketplace? Online Banking September 8th, 2023
People are paying closer attention to savings accounts after the Fed raised rates more than 5% in less than 17…
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PayPal Offers 4.30% APY on Savings. Should I Transfer My Savings From My Bank? Online Banking June 22nd, 2023
The Fed has raised interest rates at a historic pace since March 2022. As a result, the best high-yield savings…
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Do Banks Delay Processing Deposits and Transfers To Make Extra Money? Banks & Banking June 16th, 2023
Banks have given consumers plenty of reasons for cynicism in the 21st century. From the Great Recession (2007-09) to billion-dollar…
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Are Credit Union Deposits Insured Up To $250,000? Banks & Banking March 17th, 2023
Silicon Valley Bank, one of the 20 largest banks in the United States, collapsed out of nowhere earlier this month.…
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Is Your Money Safe at Your Bank Right Now? Online Banking March 13th, 2023
Last week, Silicon Valley Bank became the second of three notable banks to collapse in short order. It took about…
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Will I Lose Out on Interest If I Move Money Between Savings Accounts Multiple Times Per Month? Banks & Banking December 20th, 2022
Back in the dark ages of savings accounts, a scant 11 months ago, the Federal interest rate was effectively zero.…
Aspiration Spend & Save: Do Good While Maximizing Your Savings Interest Rate
Aspiration Spend & Save: Do Good While Maximizing Your Savings Interest Rate Banks & Banking October 17th, 2022
Even late in 2022, with interest rates constantly rising, the fact that Aspiration is offering up to 5% interest on…
Chime Bank on a smartphone and desktop computer
Chime Review: Pros & Cons of the Bank Challenger Online Banking October 15th, 2022
Chime provides fee-free online banking services through a well-received mobile app. Money expert Clark Howard likes online-only banks because they…
Why Aren’t My Savings Account Interest Rates Going Up?
Why Aren’t My Savings Account Interest Rates Going Up? Banks & Banking June 28th, 2022
By now, you're probably aware that the Federal Reserve is raising interest rates aggressively in an attempt to combat the…
Learn how to open a bank account with no deposit.
How To Open a Bank Account With No Deposit Banks & Banking June 22nd, 2022
Have you been looking to open a bank account but have no money to get started? There are some ways…
Clark.com explains what a checking account is.
What Is a Checking Account? Banks & Banking June 21st, 2022
A checking account is a bank account that gives you easy, daily access to your money through deposits, withdrawals and…
Clark.com will explain what a savings account is and how it works.
What Is a Savings Account? Banks & Banking June 17th, 2022
A savings account gives you a safe, accessible place to put money that you don't need for daily expenses. It…
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How To Fight Fraudulent Bank Account Charges Online Banking December 17th, 2021
It can be frightening to look at your bank statement and notice transactions that you know you didn’t make. If…
Capital One announced it will eliminate overdraft fees.
Capital One Eliminates Overdraft Fees Banks & Banking December 3rd, 2021
In a huge win for consumers, Capital One has decided to eliminate overdraft fees for all customers. According to CNBC,…
Capital One Bank offers 360 Performance Savings, Checking and CD accounts with no fees and no minimums.
5 Things to Know About Capital One Bank Online Banking June 30th, 2020
Capital One Bank offers a full suite of banking products. It's mostly an online bank, but in select states, it…
Marcus by Goldman Sachs online bank with high-yield savings, CDs and more logo on laptop computer
5 Things to Know About Marcus by Goldman Sachs Online Banking June 16th, 2020
If you're looking for an online bank that's simple to use, you may want to take a look at Marcus…
FNBO Direct logo on laptop computer
5 Things to Know About FNBO Direct Online Banking June 9th, 2020
FNBO Direct is an online bank that offers solid interest rates if you need a place to park some cash…
Charles Schwab Bank logo on laptop computer
5 Things to Know About Schwab Bank Online Banking June 3rd, 2020
When you hear the name Charles Schwab, you probably think of investing. But did you know the discount brokerage also…
Varo Bank on tablet sitting on $100 bills
6 Things to Know About Varo Bank Online Banking May 12th, 2020
Want an online bank that offers a high rate of interest, no monthly fees and the ability to get your…
Credit card startup Petal aims to help first-time borrowers build their credit
Credit card startup Petal aims to help first-time borrowers build credit — is it for you? Credit Cards July 8th, 2019
Young adults and the credit industry aren't exactly peas in a pod, normally. Unestablished credit scans make it difficult for…
Clark Howard: Why you need to give online banks another look
Clark Howard: Why you need to give online banks another look Money & Credit January 3rd, 2019
Thinking about switching your bank? You're probably familiar with credit unions as a superior alternative to traditional big banks, but…
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After Controversy, Robinhood Withdraws Plan for 3% Checking/Savings Account Money & Credit December 14th, 2018
Robinhood says it is putting the brakes on the rollout of a new free checking and savings account that promised…
The best banks are not banks at all…
The best banks are not banks at all… Money & Credit October 29th, 2018
Looking for the best bank in America? Don't look at any of the bigs like Bank of America, Chase, Well…
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Here’s the #1 mistake we’re making with the money we’re saving Money & Credit October 24th, 2018
How much is the money in your bank or credit union account earning? New numbers show that on the whole,…
How To Bypass the Banks for a Loan
How To Bypass the Banks for a Loan Money & Credit April 26th, 2018
Having trouble borrowing money for a personal loan at a bank? I want to talk to you about another opportunity…
Customers outraged after BB&T ‘malfunction’ locks them out of their accounts
Customers outraged after BB&T ‘malfunction’ locks them out of their accounts Banks & Banking February 24th, 2018
BB&T Bank was the subject of customer anger for a second straight day Friday in the midst of an "equipment…
This free service cuts your monthly bills for you
This free service cuts your monthly bills for you Deals & Savings December 15th, 2017
When you reach the end of each month, do you feel like you're always thinking, where did all my money…
A Clark Smart alternative to ATM fees at your big bank
A Clark Smart alternative to ATM fees at your big bank Money & Credit March 22nd, 2017
Instead of applause from the giant monster mega-banks thanking us for bailing them out, we're getting one hand clapping. Do…
Discover wants to be an online banking giant
Discover wants to be an online banking giant Money & Credit March 22nd, 2017
There's a new sheriff in town offering great deals on banking from a very unlikely source. If you're familiar with…