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1). Internet Banking – The Pros And Cons By : Joseph Kenny
Only a few years ago the concept of online banking seemed like a dubious one – concerns about security and computer glitches were enough to put most people off. But with the continuing success of flagship companies like Cahoot, Egg and Smile, more and more of us are choosing to do business over the net. Sophisticated technology means that your information is well protected, and an online account offers several advantages over traditional banking.
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2). How to Choose the Right Bank By : Joseph Kenny
Financial institutions are located all around the world. If you are looking to open a bank account, whether that bank account is a checking account or a savings account, you have a number of banking options.
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3). Credit Card Debt Statistics By : Joseph Kenny
In the United States, the debt levels of Americans have continued to increase since the 1980s. It was during this time that the use of credit cards greatly increased. Credit cards companies begin looking for different ways to market their products to consumers, and used such things as direct mail, commercials, and other marketing tactics. It was during the 1980s that consumers begin moving away from cash and checks into credit cards.
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4). How Your Credit Card Interest Charge Is Determined By : Joseph Kenny
Your credit card's interest rate isn't the only thing that affects how much you end up paying on your credit card bill, though it is a major determining factor. There is a difference between your interest rate and your interest charge. In simple terms, the rate is the percentage of your balance that your interest charge will be based on. The interest charge is the actual number of dollars that you pay for interest - based on your interest rate.
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5). Secured Loans – An Overview By : Joseph Kenny
A secured loan is one of the most basic loans you can get. These types of loans are typically only given when collateral has been secured. Many lenders see secured loans as being a safe investment, and they are often given to customers who apply for them and have some form of collateral. The collateral for these loans could include your home or car.
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6). How To Pay Off Your Mortgage Loan Faster By : Joseph Kenny
It is the dream of most homeowners to pay off their mortgage as soon as possible. Paying off your mortgage will give you a great sense of security and freedom. However, homeowners should be cautious when attempting to pay off their mortgage early. You want to make sure you have a sufficient income, and are able to avoid debt. You should also have money for emergencies.
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7). Internet Banking - Which Web Bank is Right For You By : Joseph Kenny
Finding information online seems like the proverbial search for the needle in the haystack – with so many sites and adverts vying for attention just thinking about searching for an internet bank is enough to bring on a headache.
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8). Offshore Banking - Does It Pays To Go Abroad? By : Joseph Kenny
While you might presume anyone with ‘money in offshore accounts’ is involved in some scurrilous business affairs, the truth is that anyone can use this form of investment as a totally legitimate way to defer or reduce your tax payments.
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9). Tips For Safe And Secure Banking By : Peter Kenny
The key to safe and secure banking is to reduce the risk of your account details being exposed
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10). Business Banking - An Overview By : Joseph Kenny
Making a success of your business depends on planning and judgement. ‘The bottom line’ is all about managing your finances wisely, whether that means sourcing the funding you need to start up or keeping on top of your accounts.
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11). Credit Cards and Minimum Payments – Living in Debt By : Joseph Kenny
Many people love their credit cards. It’s a fact of life and the figures bare this up. If you look at the rate at which UK credit card debt is rising it is quite amazing. Millions are being spent all day every day in an endless frenzy of spending. Pretty soon, three quarters of all adults in the UK will have credit cards and if you were to ask any of them to give theirs up, you can bet their answer would be no.
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12). Credit Cards and Divorce By : Joseph Kenny
If you’ve recently divorced or are going through a divorce, one of the important issues that you should settle is how any joint debts are to be handled. This includes mortgages on a jointly owned home and any joint credit cards that you have. You also need to be aware of how failure to pay those debts on time will affect your credit rating – even if your divorce decree states that you are not the party responsible.
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13). Offshore Banking: What You Need To Know Before Opening An Account By : Joseph Kenny
Offshore banking, we have all heard about it before. Unfortunately, many are misinformed when it comes to offshore banking. We have all heard news reports of offshore accounts being used to front illegal activities or to avoid taxes. In fact, we have also seen it in the movies, being used a similar way. This has led many individuals to believe that offshore banking is illegal.
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14). How To Solve Banking Disputes By : Peter Kenny
Solving a dispute with your bank is easier than you think
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15). Balance Transfer Tips – Maximizing The Benefits of Transfers By : Joseph Kenny
While transferring your balance from a high interest credit card to one with a low interest rate is easy, there are certain things that should be taken into consideration. The first thing you want to do is look at your current credit standing. If you have a good credit history, you should have no problem getting a card that has a 0% interest rate. Once you get this card, you can transfer over your balance from the high interest credit card to your new card that has a 0% interest rate.
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16). Business Banking – Getting The Right Account For Your Business By : Joseph Kenny
While many people turn to their usual bank when opening a business account, it’s advisable to shop around. There can be some advantages to using the same bank for personal and business accounts
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17). The Benefits of Banking By : Joseph Kenny
Do you have a bank account? If you do then you are one of the billions of individuals that do. If you do not have a bank account, you are missing out on the many benefits of banking.
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18). First Time Buyers Beware By : Joseph Kenny
Although it’s a big undertaking, buying your own home is one of the wisest moves you can make. Rather than pouring money away on rent, you will effectively be investing in your property with every mortgage payment. You will also become a ‘homeowner’, which should please your bank manager no end. You may find offers of loans and credit suddenly become a lot more frequent, and when you’ve just moved into a new home it can seem tempting to borrow money to kit the place out.
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19). Credit Card Applications - Getting Accepted By : Joseph Kenny
Although they can be painful at times, life today without the ease of a credit card is no longer a reality. So, if you think you want a credit card, here are some essential factors you’ll need to consider when applying for a credit card: Your Credit History One of the most essential elements to applying for a credit card is what you current credit history is.
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20). The Rise Of Credit Mastercards. By : Robert Michael
Credit has become a pillar of the American economy. When people began to look for ways to increase convenience in transactions, credit cards became popular as an effective way to exchange money in a 'cashless' environment, making transactions faster and avoiding the problems associated with dealing in cash. The rise of credit merchants and the widespread use of credit for household transactions has made large financial groups such as MasterCard into catalysts for the daily flow of money between clients and businesses.
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21). How to Avoid Car Financing Pitfalls By : Joseph Kenny
If you are considering the purchase of your first car or even your next vehicle if you’re not a first time car buyer, you may be concerned about the prospect of financing your vehicle. This concern is not totally unfounded.
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22). The Basic Secrets of A Million Dollar Sales Letter By : Gerri D Smith
The heart, soul and secret to a winning sales letter is AIDA. What is AIDA?
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23). Fixed Rate Vs. Variable Rate Credit Cards By : Joseph Kenny
Although it is mostly industry practice to charge a variable rate of interest on outstanding credit balances at a certain percentage rate above Prime Lending Rate, it is possible, these days, to obtain a fixed rate credit card. So, when would you want to apply for a fixed rate credit card over a variable rate credit card? The answer to this may not actually sound as simply as you may think.
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24). Savings Accounts – An Overview By : Joseph Kenny
Being in control of your finances means not only managing your current account wisely, but planning ahead too. Although we are used to thinking we will have the welfare state to fall back on, the support offered by state benefits is far from generous - most people would struggle to exist on a basic pension alone. Furthermore, our ageing population face an uncertain future as demographics change – by the time today’s thirty-year olds reach retirement there’s no telling how the economic situation will look.
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25). Home Loans – Understanding The Basics By : Joseph Kenny
When you decide to get a home loan, there are a number of costs that are involved. If you are fortunate, the seller of the home may agree to cover some of the expenses for you. Some of the expenses you will see when getting a home loan is the closing costs, prepaid items, and loan discount fees. Understanding these terms will make purchasing your next home easier.
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