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Bankers versus Savers

June 3, 2009
By Clark Schultz | Money-Rates Columnist

You probably did not see it mentioned in your local newspaper, but the American Bankers Association (ABA) made news last week when in a letter addressed to the FDIC they publicly chastised Ally Bank. The problem? Ally Bank has been offering deposit rates that are too high in comparision to the rest of the banks in the country. That [...]

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California Bank and Trust Provides Disaster Relief

October 26, 2007
By MoneyRates team | Money-Rates Columnist

We love to criticize banks for their shoddy customer service, their relentless fees, and their rigid rules but today there is an example of a bank stepping up to the plate in a time of need. San Diego-based California Bank & Trust has issued the following press release regarding their disaster relief program:
California Bank & [...]

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Online Bank Deals - rewards, miles, and cash bonuses

October 1, 2007
By MoneyRates team | Money-Rates Columnist

Online Bank Deals (updated 10/1/2007)
The best online banking deals posted at money-rates.com. Today’s deals include:
Sterling Savings Bank is offering to add $101 to any new Perfect Fit Checking account you open by October 31, 2007. To get your $101, all you need to do is simply try three of Sterling’s convenient checking services:
Free Check CardFree [...]

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