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Better ways to shop for a bank
If you haven't shopped for a bank lately, you could really be missing out. Rapid rate changes, the rise of online banking and new technologies are all changing what it means to have a good bank.
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8 Signs You're in a Bad Relationship -- With Your Bank
Are you getting the worst of your relationship with your bank? See eight signs that your bank doesn't deserve you, and what to do about it.
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The Truth About Investment Risk
Concerned about investment risk? It may be harder to avoid than you think because risk comes in different forms. Recognize and learn about investment risk so you can manage the risks most important to you.
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5 Keys to Asset Allocation
Do you have the right mix between stocks and other asset classes? Asset allocation plays a key role in the success of your investments, so see what you should know about asset-allocation strategies.
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Best States for Retirement 2019
Choosing where to spend retirement can have an impact on your health, safety and finances - not to mention your happiness. Since 2010, Money-rates.com has been analyzing the best and worst states for retirement. Here are the results for 2019.
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People Grow Less Financially Secure as Their Retirement Progresses
Are you afraid of becoming financially insecure later in your retirement? See some of the keys to making your retirement finances more sustainable.
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Stick to Your Baby Budget
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First Job? Time for Your First Budget
Starting your first job? See why starting your first budget as soon as you start your first job can help you get more out of your hard-earned money.
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Mutual of Omaha Bank: From insurance to online banking
Mutual of Omaha Bank offers a wide range of deposit accounts and services to customers across the nation, including mobile and online banking. The bank has grown through the acquisition of other community banks, as well as bringing in new customers through its online banking operation.
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TIAA Direct: Banking for teachers, researchers and medical professionals
TIAA Direct provides a full range of banking services for professionals who work in a wide range of academic, cultural, government and research professions.
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Huntington Bank: A banking force in the Midwest
Huntington Bancshares ranks as one of the bigger regional banks serving the Midwest, with nearly 1,000 branches and more than 1,800 ATMs in eight states in the heart of the country.
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USAA: A full-service bank for veterans and their families
San Antonio-based bank USAA offers a range of checking, savings, mortgage, auto loan and wealth-management services to its members. It's also a supporter of the U.S. Military.
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Richard Barrington

Chartered Financial Analyst

Richard Barrington, CFA, is the primary spokesperson and personal finance expert for MoneyRates. He is a 20-year veteran of the financial industry, including having served for over a dozen years as a member of the Executive Committee of Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc. Richard has written extensively on investment topics, including investments, money market accounts, certificates of deposit and personal finance as it relates to retirement. Richard has been quoted by numerous media publications such as the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and Pensions & Investments magazine.