https://www.moneycrashers.com Turn the Tables on Money Sat, 01 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.moneycrashers.com/upgrades-rewards-checking-plus-review/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 22:32:17 +0000 https://www.moneycrashers.com/?p=335593 Choosing the best checking account can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. With so many online options available today, you have many options for no-fee accounts. But what if you want something more, like cash back? That’s also possible with accounts like Upgrade’s Rewards Checking Plus account. Upgrade has been around since 2016,

The post Upgrade’s Rewards Checking Plus Review 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/turbotax-vs-hr-block/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 18:30:00 +0000 https://www.moneycrashers.com/?p=335280 Amid a crowded field, H&R Block and TurboTax are two popular and respected e-filing tax options. Both deliver a cost-effective way to get your taxes done quickly and correctly, maximizing your return. There are, however, core differences between TurboTax vs. H&R Block. There isn’t one program that’s better than the other so much as each

The post TurboTax vs. H&R Block: Full Comparison appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/taxslayer-vs-turbotax/ Fri, 08 Dec 2023 19:35:07 +0000 https://www.moneycrashers.com/?p=335180 Let’s take a look at two of the most popular tax software: TaxSlayer vs. TurboTax. We’ll cover the similarities and differences between these two tax filers, going over their pros and cons. Tax season is coming. Whether you love it or loathe it, getting your federal tax return filed can be a simple and pain-free

The post TaxSlayer vs. TurboTax 2024: Full Comparison appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/taxact-vs-turbotax/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.moneycrashers.com/?p=335173 Every year, millions of Americans use tax filing software to electronically file their tax returns, and many question which is best between TaxAct vs. TurboTax. TaxAct and TurboTax are two of the most popular apps available on the market to help you meet those goals. They regularly receive top nods from finance and software review

The post TaxAct vs. TurboTax 2024: Full Comparison appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/bank-failures-signs-consequences-protection-strategies/ Fri, 15 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=333491 Navigate the complexities of bank failures with our comprehensive guide. Learn early warning signs, and what steps to take to protect your assets in 2023.

The post Bank Failures — Warning Signs, Consequences & Protection Strategies appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-new-bank-account-promotions-offers/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=17548 Sorting through the best bank account offers can take forever. And by the time you find them all, decide which one, and leap, the offer's already gone. But this running list will give you the edge you need to pounce when the time is right.

The post 21 Best Bank Promotions & Bonus Offers for June 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-high-yield-savings-accounts-interest-rates/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=128761 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 Best High-Yield Savings Accounts for June 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-online-banks/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=128767 The savings offers that appear on this site are from companies from which Moneycrashers.com received compensation. This compensation does not impact where and how the companies are mentioned on the site. Moneycrashers.com does not mention all savings companies or savings offers available within the marketplace. The best online banks provide a good balance of high APYs, low fees, and

The post 12 Best Online Banks of June 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-free-checking-accounts/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=128771 It's becoming increasingly difficult to find truly free checking accounts. But they're still out there if you know where to look.

The post 11 Best Free Checking Accounts in June 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-business-checking-accounts/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=254072 Most business bank accounts impose transaction limits and demand hefty minimum balances to waive monthly fees, putting small businesses at a disadvantage. But the picture isn’t uniformly bleak. These small-business checking accounts have low minimum balance requirements and plenty of fringe benefits.

The post 10 Best Small Business Checking Accounts of June 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-college-student-checking-accounts/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=258308 Students need a checking account without excessive fees or unrealistic balance requirements. These low-cost, low-balance bank accounts give them what they want — and some have cash back and opening bonuses to boot.

The post 10 Best Student Checking Accounts of June 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-business-bank-account-promotions/ Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=260962 Savvy small-business owners, solopreneurs, and freelancers who know where to look can find lucrative account-opening and referral bonuses on new bank accounts needed to conduct their everyday business. These are the best business bank account promotions available today.

The post 4 Best Small-Business Bank Account Promotions & Bonuses of June 2024 appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/credit-unions-vs-banks/ Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=2480 Banks and credit unions have a fair amount in common. But they’re anything but interchangeable. Each has strengths and weaknesses you need to understand before you choose.

The post Credit Unions vs. Banks – Differences, Pros & Cons appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/best-bank-accounts-for-freelancers/ Mon, 14 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=293636 Millions of Americans work for themselves, whether they use a formal business entity or not. Many business-friendly banks cater specifically to freelancers and people with side gigs, and offer attractive bonuses or valuable small-business perks. Learn about the best bank accounts for freelancers.

The post Best Bank Accounts for Freelancers, Side Hustlers, & Self-Employed appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/financial-accounts-open-child/ Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=254728 If you want your kids to grow into wealthy, financially literate adults, you’re going to have to teach them about money. Here are some important accounts you can open on your child’s behalf to help them learn good financial habits.

The post 8 Financial Accounts to Open for Your Child to Build Lifelong Wealth appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/lendingclub-bank-tailored-checking-review/ Wed, 02 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=330861 Choosing a small-business checking account can quickly get overwhelming. It’s not always clear which features add value and which serve mainly to confuse, and many accounts come with frustrating transaction restrictions that can really bite as your business grows. So for many small-business owners and independent professionals, simpler is better. LendingClub Bank seems to agree.

The post LendingClub Bank Tailored Checking Review appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/bill-pay-streamline-finances/ Tue, 01 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=330866 Bill pay streamlines your bills, allowing you to automatically pay each provider on a recurring basis, all from one location. But it has plenty of downsides too. So ensure it’s the right choice for you before setting it up.

The post Bill Pay Explained — How to Streamline Your Finances appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/autopay-automated-bill-payments/ Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=330763 Your service providers are pushing autopay as a way to pay your bills. But you’re left wondering how that differs from the bill pay service your bank offers and how all that really works. Get the facts before signing up.

The post Autopay Meaning — Your Guide to Automated Bill Payments appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/lili-banking-review/ Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=330597 Lili Business Banking is a comprehensive financial app designed for freelancers, side hustlers, and independent professionals. With its four distinct plans, Lili caters to businesses at different stages of growth, providing features such as debit card rewards, bookkeeping, tax reporting, and more. However, it's not without its flaws - read on to find out if Lili is the right banking solution for you.

The post Lili Review — Business Banking for Freelancers & Side Hustlers appeared first on Money Crashers.]]> https://www.moneycrashers.com/nbkc-free-business-checking-review/ Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:00:00 +0000 https://moneycrash.wpengine.com/?p=329984 nbkc Free Business Checking offers a seamless banking experience for entrepreneurs with no monthly fees or minimum balance requirements. While it lacks rewards and interest on balances, its ease of use, generous ATM fee reimbursements, and comprehensive mobile app make it a viable option for small, budget-conscious businesses.

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