How to Stay Secure When Banking Online
Banking online offers great advantages including convenience, speed and the ability for a customer to check their account balance at any time. And most banks have exceptional computer security because they deal with sensitive financial information. But no security will protect you from yourself. If you aren’t secure when you log into your account, you open yourself up to hackers and identity thieves who can drain your accounts and wreak havoc on your personal and…
How to Avoid Credit Card Late Fees
Having a line of credit in the form of a credit card offers convenience and security. You can make purchases now and repay the balance later. And if you make a purchase and the item is defective or arrives in a condition other than how it was advertised, the credit card company can investigate the charge and possibly obtain a refund on your behalf. However, with a credit card comes certain responsibilities on the part…
Online vs. Traditional Banking: The Pros and Cons of Each
If you are not sure if you should be banking online or simply going the traditional route of physically visiting a brick-and-mortar bank, you should learn the pros and cons of each. Of course, you can always choose to use a bank that offers both local branches and online banking, but then you may be missing out on the advantages of using a bank that is solely online. This is why you should pay attention…
