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Banking
What is Chexsystems? the Consumer Report You Must Know and Access
ChexSystems is a consumer reporting agency that collects and aggregates your banking history. It’s similar to what credit bureaus do with your credit history. And chances are you haven’t heard of ChexSystems unless you’ve been denied a checking account. I’ve worked in banking for over 7 years and familiar with ChexSystems. During my branch days, I was required to run…
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Banking
Giving Credit to Credit Unions: A Millennial’s Perspective
Credit unions have been a big part of my financial wellness mission playing a pivotal role in my road trips. Many people don’t know this about me, but I spent 7 years working in the credit union industry. I understand the pros and cons when it comes to credit unions. And to this day, I continue to be a proponent…
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Banking
Best Online Savings Accounts 2021
Did you know you don’t have to pay to have a checking account? In fact, some financial institutions will pay you to have your checking with them. So why are you sticking with a bank or even a credit union that charges you monthly fees, debit card fees, and statement fees along with increased fees on ATM surcharges and NSFs?…
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