Banking / Loans December 2007 Archive

Reviewing your finances as we wrap up another year? Make sure you have everybody you want as a beneficiary on your accounts. Look back and see if there ... Read More

Looking ahead to 2008? Most people resolve to save money each year. However, they can do just as well -- or better -- by avoiding big money wasters. ... Read More

Bank fees can eat away at your hard earned money. Tell us about your experience with bank fees. What do you pay for: Overdraft fees ATM fees Using your debit card Other ... Read More

Tell the truth now. We're taking a poll. How often do you write paper checks? Never Rarely, only when required 1-2 per month 3-5 per month More than 5 per month View Results

In case you didn't know, you should not use disappearing ink when writing checks. This fact came into the spotlight recently as a result of the Wacky Warning Label ... Read More

Yesterday we learned how regulators plan to keep money flowing around the globe. Today, MarketWatch.com reminds us that it will take months for the relief to come. After ... Read More

Today we got news that there may be help for banks in the form of more liquidity. Yesterday's 25 basis point rate cut didn't cut the mustard for some, ... Read More

Check float refers to the amount of time it takes for money to leave your checking account. You can write a check today and it'll take a few days before ... Read More

That's right, there's a toll free number. If you have an adjustable rate mortgage that's set to re-set in the next two years, you may be able to freeze ... Read More

We've talked about debt workout programs as a way to avoid foreclosure. However, you also have to know who owns the loans. US Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson recently ... Read More