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Before the COVID-19 outbreak, the American Bankers Association reported that 33% of bank customers used mobile apps as the primary way to manage their bank accounts. During the pandemic, the…
Money-saving apps can make the process of saving money easier over time. You can fill your piggy bank automatically so that savings goals can be met without stress. Check out…
Editor’s note: Some of the information on this page may be outdated as of the publication date. Bank of America and Wells Fargo, the second- and third-largest U.S. banks, respectively,…
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If you’re looking for affordable loans and bank accounts and haven’t had luck in the past, community development financial institutions might be able to help. What are CDFIs? Community development…
Alexis Flores-Betancourt was 5 when her family loaded everything they owned onto a truck and trundled across country from California, where she was born, to Texas, one of several moves…
What is online banking? Online banking definition: Online banking means managing your bank accounts with a computer or mobile device. This includes transferring funds, depositing checks and paying bills electronically.…
There are banks that don’t require a Social Security number, so if you’re undocumented, it’s still very possible to open an account. Here’s how to open a bank account without…
For African-Americans, embracing mobile banking doesn’t just mean greater accessibility to financial institutions, it also allows the ability to choose a bank that aligns with their values. Just over 18% of black households…
If you received a gift card over the holidays, chances are you’re happy about it. After all, what’s not to like? Gift cards allow recipients to buy stuff without taking…
