Varo Bank Review: Checking, Savings
NerdWallet rating: 4.0/5.0 The bottom line Varo is a mobile-only banking app with a hard-to-beat combo: free checking and high-yield savings. Neither account has overdraft or monthly fees or…
Spencer Tierney
Spencer is a banking writer at NerdWallet whose work has been featured by USA Today, the Los Angeles Times and more. He actually likes reading the fine print, especially if that means helping consumers understand and avoid bank account fees. In his free time, he runs long distances, writes short fiction and attends literary events in the Bay Area.
Posts by Spencer Tierney:
Inflation Erodes Your Savings. Here’s How to Shore Them Up
One million dollars might sound like enough to retire with today, but by the time you reach your last day of work, it’ll be worth less than you might think.…
Opening a Bank Account Online: Quick. Easy.
Opening a bank account online is easy. It can take just minutes and save you a trip to a bank branch. In addition, the top online banks are FDIC-insured and…
Kids Savings Accounts: What You Need to Know
Your child might already know what a bank does from books, TV or even Harry Potter. But if your son or daughter asks whether goblins really run the system, it might be time to set the…
Best 1-Year CD Rates October 2018
Best 12-month CD rates | October 2018 Bank 5 Connect Overall bank rating: • APY • $500 minimum deposit TIAA Bank Overall bank rating: • APY • $5,000 minimum deposit…
World First Money Transfer Review: Personal Service, Good Rates
World First NerdWallet’s rating: 4.0 / 5.0 The bottom line As an international money transfer platform, World First lets individuals and businesses send money from the U.S. to over…
Best Ways to Send Money
When you send money online, the best way depends on how and where you want to send it. We compared fees, speed and other features to find the best providers…
Are Certificates of Deposit Worth It Right Now?
Rates on certificates of deposit are finally rising. If you’re looking to kick-start your savings strategy, consider adding CDs to the mix. CDs are seen as safe bets for saving or…
What Is APY?
APY is short for “annual percentage yield.” Almost all savings accounts, and some checking accounts, have one. The higher it is, the faster your money grows. It’s an important term to know…
Best Savings Rates October 2018
The best savings rates are often found at online banks. Whether you’re building an emergency fund or putting money aside for a new adventure, it’s smart to take advantage of high-yield savings…
