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Updated Feb 09, 2012

Q: Online Savings Accounts    —Lombard, IL

"Hi - I was hoping I could receive some recommendations for online savings accounts that have a higher interest rate t..."

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You can get some great info from Bankrate.com under the link for checking/savings. I use the site all the time to compare rates and get advice. I have heard great th...

Hello, We have online savings accounts for ourselves and our daughter and the interest is much better than at our local bank; it fluctuates, of course (it was 2.75 wh...

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Q: Kid's Saving    —Kyle, TX

"My 11 year old is asking for a savings account. I think it is a great idea for all of my kids, especially since I am..."

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Does he get an allowance and does he do odd jobs for others for pay? Most savings accounts at banks require a minimum deposit. When he has saved enough for that, or ...

M. I think a savings account is a wonderful idea. Most banks have online banking too which is a way for them to learn to navigate that system and look at how their mo...

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Q: Need Help to Keep All My Online Usernames and Passwords All Together    —Cedar Lake, IN

"I was just wondering how some other women keep track of all their online billing things. I try to use the same userna..."

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My computer sits next to a tall bookshelf that is filled with about 100 books. To keep track of my usernames and passwords, I write them on a piece of paper, and then...

I keep all of the passwords and usernames in separate folders in the email section. When I need the info, I just click on the folder and there it is. I hope this wor...

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Q: Banks    —Houston, TX

"(edited) I have been a Wells Fargo customer for 15 years, but have recently become unhappy with some of their polici..."

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My husband and I have been happy with Chase.

We bank at Amegy. It has all of the modern features with a home-town feel. They are doing well financially and did not have to take any money from the federal governme...

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Q: Anyone Know of Good Software for Keeping Your Checkbook?    —Kenmore, WA

"I used Quicken then switched to Microsoft Money.....MM has been discontinued and now I am just looking to have a simp..."

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I still use money and it works great. Not sure why you are having problems with it. I have upgraded to windows 7 but still have Money Deluxe 2003. No problems with it ...

Something like Microsoft Excell should work just fine for you, its what we use for budgeting :) I love that its so versatile.

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Q: Joint Account Question    —Havertown, PA

"Is it possible for my husband to take my name off our joint bank account without me knowing or telling me about it?"

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I would call the bank ASAP and ask them.

When I closed an account with my ex, we both had to appear with photo ID to do so. If not, the not present party would have to sign and have documents notarized.

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Q: Online Bank Account for My Toddler?    —Huntley, IL

"Hi Moms! I recently emptied my daughter's piggy bank and was going to open an online savings account (they pay highe..."

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Depending on the amount of money or what your intentions are for the future, have you considered opening a trust for her? I think there are different ways of setting i...

If you have enough money you may want to go the route of a CD. A CD earns more interest and some can be opened with as little as $500. Or even consider a Mutual Fund...

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Q: Banking Debaucle    —Glen Ellyn, IL

"Hey you all: I just got into an argument w/ the supervisor at the WAMU bank in which i place my minuscule fortune in..."

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N., Before I took maternity leave and then became a stay at home mom, I worked as a licensed banker for Bank One, now, Chase. I think your thinking of Overdraft Pro...

Just to let you know, I think this is crazy too. However, in the past few years I have come to understand (not through my own mistakes but from my BF's sister)...that...

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Q: Seeking a New Bank in Joliet with Minimal Fees!    —Joliet, IL

"I am pretty fed up with my current bank, TCF, and I'm looking for recommendations for a new bank with branches in Jol..."

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I like banking with Chase Bank. I have banked there for about 9 years so back when it was Bank of chicago I think and I have never had a problem. Good Luck.

I have had good luck with Chase bank. They have a new debit visa that gives you points for your spending to redeem for things at a later date-check out their site-cha...

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Q: Handling the Family Finaces    —Willows, CA

"Just wondering how the rest of you handle bills and money management in your families: who pays the bills, tracks spe..."

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When we got married, we added up our set monthly bills (rent, utilities, food, etc) and divided it in half. DH gives me money each month to cover the expenses plus a ...

We don't disagree much...We used to divide it up--the water bill was under my name, the electric bill under his, etc. I was more consistent with it. Now, only one of...

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