As Debit Card Fee Caps Come Into Effect, Banks Raise Fees on Consumers

Are you ready for the next move in the war on consumers? Banks are preparing to institute debit card fees in response to the caps that are about to go into effect. Tomorrow marks the day when a cap on debit card More...

Is It Time to Look for a New Bank?

There has been a lot of hand wringing lately by banks. Regulations are in effect, and soon, a debit fee interchange cap will be instituted. Big banks, which have been enjoying big profits since many of them repaid More...

Credit Unions vs Banks – Why Choose Credit Unions?

The debate over credit unions and banks is heating up ever since the financial crisis of 2008. After the bailout consumer attitude towards traditional banks took a nose-dive. I once held a national bank, one that More...

Why Switch to a Credit Union?

We asked visitors who changed from a traditional bank to credit union. Besides things like customer service, community focus – credit unions provide a lot of features unmatched by traditional banks. Also be More...