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The concept of a family trust—also known as a revocable living trust—isn’t very well understood by many people. The differences between a trust and a simple will, for instance, are frequently confused. While it’s somewhat more time consuming—and therefore, more expensive—to have a family trust prepared than a will, there are significant benefits of the […]
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You can open a bank account for your child long before they attend their first school dance or slide behind the wheel of a car for the first time. And you should because kids learn by doing. A parent-supervised checking account is the ideal tool for teaching your child the value of money and getting
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If your traditional bank’s savings account yield is less than impressive, many online banks, community banks, and credit unions offer high-yield savings accounts with better interest, terms, and incentives. Pick the one that’s right for you. The post 13 Best High-Yield Savings Accounts in April 2023 appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-high-yield-savings-accounts-interest-rates/ #financialliteracy #financialfreedom #finance
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Do you know what to do if your bank fails? The sudden implosion of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank has millions of once-complacent asking this question. The truth is, banks can and do fail, often without any prior outward signs of trouble. Hundreds of banks went out of business during the savings and loan
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What happened to Silicon Valley Bank? The short answer is, it failed after a classic bank run during which depositors rushed to withdraw cash while they still could. The long answer is quite the read. The post Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) Collapse — Second Largest All-Time Failure appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/silicon-valley-bank-collapse-failure/ #financialliteracy #financialfreedom
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Have you ever wondered what an APR really is? Learn how to calculate it and — most important — how to use it to compare the cost of credit. The post APR (Annual Percentage Rate) — What It Is & How to Calculate appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/apr-annual-percentage-rate/ #financialliteracy #financialfreedom #finance #financialindependence #personalfinance #money
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How much do you keep in your bank account? Is it enough? Too much? We’ve got the answer to these questions plus tips for determining the sweet spot for your savings account. The post How Much Money Should You Keep in Your Checking Account? appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/money-keep-checking-account/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance
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Looking for a mobile banking platform that can help you manage your money more efficiently? Consider Spruce, built by H&R Block and supported by Pathward, N.A. (member FDIC). With no sign-up or maintenance fees, and thousands of Allpoint ATMs available for fee-free withdrawals, Spruce stands out for its simplicity, usefulness, and transparent fee structure. The
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The FDIC hasn’t met its target reserve ratio in years. Should you be worried there won’t be any money if your bank fails? Probably not, but it’s more complicated than a simple yes or no. The post FDIC Bank Statistics — Historical Reliability of Deposit Insurance appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/fdic-bank-statistics-historical-reliability/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur
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Cash App is an easy way to send and receive funds, pay merchants, and manage day-to-day expenses. But is it a bank? And if not, how can you be sure it’s safe? The post What Bank Is Cash App? – Find Your FDIC Partner Bank appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/bank-cash-app/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business
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Your bank’s “member FDIC” logo isn’t there for show. It means your money is insured in case something happens to the bank. Find out how much insurance you get, past, present, and future. The post FDIC Deposit Insurance Limits Per Bank Account (1934 — 2022) appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/fdic-deposit-insurance-limits/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business
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Do you have enough money to cover unanticipated hardships like major medical bills, vehicle breakdowns, and home repairs? If not, you need an emergency fund. Find out how to start a new one or grow the one you have. The post How to Start an Emergency Fund — Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on Money Crashers.
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See an unfamiliar ghost charge on your running credit card or bank account balance? It could be an authorization hold placed by a merchant to cover charges above the expected transaction amount. Find out how these holds work and what they mean for your credit. The post Pre-Authorization Charge — What Is This Credit/Debit Card
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Banks don’t take many days off, and the days they do take off are fairly consistent from year to year. Here’s when you can expect your bank to be closed. The post Are Banks Open Today? – When They Are Closed (2023) appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/are-banks-open-closed-today/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business #finance #investing #financialliteracy
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??Money orders aren’t a common form of payment anymore. If you need to fill one out, you might have no idea how to do so. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. The post How to Fill Out a Money Order — 6 Step Guide With Example appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/fill-out-money-order/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur
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The average American has more than $6,000 in credit card debt. That figure is climbing quickly as total U.S. credit card debt surpasses $930 billion, closing in on the all-time high set in 2019. The vast majority of people who carry credit card balances are current on their bills. Sure, they’re paying too much to
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The world’s 20 biggest banks all have at least $1.5 trillion in consolidated assets. Many are Chinese state-controlled enterprises, but four U.S.-based banks, four Japanese banks, and several European banks round out the list. The post 20 Largest Banks in the World by Total Assets appeared first on Money Crashers. https://www.moneycrashers.com/largest-banks-world/ #financialfreedom #money #entrepreneur #business
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Capital One Bank made more than $12 billion in 2021. Most of that (78%) came from interest income, with the lion’s share coming from credit card interest. Capital One made some money on account fees too. Its biggest expense was employee compensation. The post How Does Capital One Make Money? — It’s More Than Just
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From Fort Collins to Pueblo, Grand Junction to Denver, Colorado has a long and proud history of community banking and homegrown financial services. So if you’re looking for a new bank in Colorado, you’ll find plenty of choices. This list includes some of the best. The post The Best Banks in Colorado for 2023 appeared
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Americans’ personal savings have absolutely cratered since the middle of 2020. According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, the dollar value of our collective piggy bank declined from nearly $5 trillion in the second quarter of 2020 to just $626 billion in the the third quarter, or $15,990.59 per person. And
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