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Need cash for holiday shopping? Have coins? Enter, the ‘Magic Money Machine.’
As we all dig deep into our wallets for a little extra cash this holiday season, there’s a fun way for people with some extra coins laying around to cash in – Metro Bank’s “Magic Money Machine:”
Posted in Ashley Wislock, Banks, Your money
Tagged bank, banks, coin, coin counting, coins, economy, holiday money, holiday spending, Lauren Boyer, Metro Bank, money, Pennsylvania, saving money, savings, YDR, York, your money
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What is a ‘penny hoarder?’ Exactly what it sounds like.
I tend to think it’s time to dump the loose pennies in my wallet once about 20 to 25 accumulate – but for one Oregon man that idea would be unthinkable: he’s what is known as a “penny hoarder,” and … Continue reading
Posted in Ashley Wislock, Your money
Tagged banks, coin collecting, coins, copper, copper value, currency, hoarder, hoarding, money, pennies, penny, U.S. coins, U.S. currency, u.s. mint
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Bank of America will charge $5 per month for debit card users. What do you think?
It’s finally happening. Bank of America is taking the lead, charging customers $5 monthly for debit card use. Can’t say I’m surprised. We got wind of this possibility early this year, when the Federal Reserve considered the Durbin Amendment and … Continue reading
Posted in Banks, Lauren Boyer
Tagged $5, bank of america, banks, debit card, durbin amendment, federal reserve, fees, financial institutions, interchange fees, monthly
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‘Helicopter’-esque bank account for teens: Will it encourage responsible spending?
We’ve all heard about helicopter parents: the ones that check their children’s emails for them or give college-aged children wake-up calls to make sure they are ready for class. And now, a new teen-focused bank account from ING is hoping … Continue reading
