Daughter Gives Bank Real Proof of Dad's Death: His Ashes
A grieving daughter pestered by Royal Bank of Scotland over a charge on her late father's account went to extremes to demonstrate to the bank that he really was dead.
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Banks Rethink the Branch, But Will Customers Respond?
Some banking execs say brick-and-mortar branches remain the best way to gain and serve customers, despite technological inroads that have left the corner bank a seeming relic.
JPMorgan Chase Plans to Limit Payday Lenders' Fees
The nation's second-largest bank says it will take steps to protect its customers from fees and other charges that payday lenders may slap on them.
Cyprus Proposes to Exempt Small Savers From Tax
Cypriot finance officials are revising a planned financial bailout to relieve small account holders from having to pay a fee as part of a plan to rescue troubled banks.
His Financial Goal: Dump His Bank and Join a Credit Union
Everyone has things they want to improve about their financial lives -- and we in the AOL newsroom are no exceptions. So we asked money expert Jean Chatzky for advice on how to reach our goals. Today: A DailyFinance reporter who's ready to break up with his bank.
Americans Keep Fleeing Banks, Flock to Credit Unions Instead
Credit unions have a long way to go before they threaten the financial dominance of commercial banks. But Americans are moving billions of dollars of their business in that direction every year, and there's good reason for that trend to continue -- and for you to jump on the bandwagon.
11 Easy and Great Ways to Save Money in 2013
With the prospect of higher taxes and federal budget cuts looming on Dec. 31, here are 11 easy ways you can save money and/or put a few extra dollars back in your pocket in 2013.
9 Questions to Ask to See If Your Bank Is Right for You
The end of the year is a good time to give your financial life a once-over and see what changes need to be made. One item not to forget in that review: your bank. Answering these questions will help you determine whether your money is in the right place, or if it's time for a strategic withdrawal.
The Downside of Credit Unions
Credit union membership is at an all-time high, thanks to our rising disillusionment with traditional banks. Banks, after all, are run by executives aiming to enrich stockholders, while credit unions are owned by, and run for the benefit of, their members. But that doesn't mean credit unions are right for everyone.
Sandy Gives Big Banks Some Humanity
The worst recession in decades wasn't enough to make big banks relent in their pursuit of income, but Hurricane Sandy apparently gave them pause: Several banks have stepped up to make things easier for their customers during their current time of need.
Is Prepaid the Future of Plastic? Fee-Hungry Banks Hope So
There's a new wave of plastic filling the middle ground between credit cards and debit cards: refillable cards -- or prepaid cards -- that act like a hybrid of both. They're an attractive option for consumers -- and a convenient way for banks to sidestep recent consumer protection laws.
The Most Costly Mistake You Can Make With Your Bank Account
There's nothing more expensive than spending money you don't have. That, of course, is a lesson you might learn the hard way if you carry a balance on a high-interest credit card. But spending beyond your means can be a pricey proposition even with a debit card.
Big Bank Fees Are on the Rise: 3 Ways to Chop Those Charges
A recent survey from Bankrate confirms what most bank customers already know: Bank fees are on the rise. Still, consumers are not defenseless. A few simple moves can save you from having a ton of cash sucked away by surcharges.
A Digital Wallet for the Unbanked Puts Mobile Finance in Reach
Mobile wallets are growing rapidly in popularity, but to use one, you've had to have a bank account or credit card. Soon, though, even the unbanked will have access to mobile payment technology, thanks to the new FlipMoney app from PreCash.