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Help! There's a Hold on My Checking Account
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Banks hold funds after certain transactions and deposits, leaving you unable to use your money. See why it happens and what you can do about it.
Focus Credit Union Referral Bonus: $50 Promotion (Oklahoma only)
by John Catral @ Bank Checking Savings
Tue Mar 27 14:00:27 PDT 2018
Are you interested in putting more money in your pockets? Focus Credit Union is offering residents of Oklahoma a $50 bonus for you and a friend or family member when you refer them for a Checking Account with direct deposit. To get started, be sure to fill out the online referral coupon. After your friend has met... Keep Reading↠
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BMO Harris Bank Bonuses: $100, $200, $250, $500 Promotions
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BMO Harris Bank Bonuses are available for residents of AZ, FL, IL, IN, KS, MN, MO, WA,WI, with a $100 bonus. To be eligible for these bonuses, customers are only required to open eligible BMO Harris Bank checking accounts and meet certain requirements. A few great feature offered by BMO Harris Bank is the free IBM Trusteer Rapport security software download so you can help protect yourself and bank with confidence. For every checking account that you choose to open offers simple monthly fee waivers, overdraft services, $100 minimum opening deposit, and many more features. Just as their slogan states, “we’re here to help.” If you're curious to see what other banks have to offer, check out the most updated list of Bank Account Bonuses on BCS!

BMO Harris Bank Bonuses: $100, $200, $250, $500 Promotions
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BMO Harris Bank Bonuses are available for residents of AZ, FL, IL, IN, KS, MN, MO, WA,WI, with a $100 bonus. To be eligible for these bonuses, customers are only required to open eligible BMO Harris Bank checking accounts and meet certain requirements. A few great feature offered by BMO Harris Bank is the free IBM Trusteer Rapport security software download so you can help protect yourself and bank with confidence. For every checking account that you choose to open offers simple monthly fee waivers, overdraft services, $100 minimum opening deposit, and many more features. Just as their slogan states, “we’re here to help.” If you're curious to see what other banks have to offer, check out the most updated list of Bank Account Bonuses on BCS!
Canada has strong showing during IBM Think 2018 keynotes
by Alex Coop @ ITBusiness.caITBusiness.ca
Wed Mar 21 12:41:45 PDT 2018
LAS VEGAS – Canadian companies were in the spotlight this week as IBM touted its various AI, cloud and blockchain platforms at Think 2018. The week-long event is combining IBM’s two separate business and technology events – InterConnect and Amplify – for the first time, and the main stage was graced by Canadian partners throughout…

BMO Harris Bank Deals, Bonuses, & Promotions: $200, $250, $300, & $500 Checking & Savings Offers - Bank Deal Guy
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Full list of BMO Harris Bank Deals, Bonuses, Offers, Promotions available in AZ, FL, IL, IN, KS, MN, MO, WA, WI. BankDealGuy Best Bank Deals, Bank Rates.
Take these 9 actions to help avoid identity theft
by bmoney @
Fri Sep 30 13:00:13 PDT 2016
Keep your personal info on lockdown. Canada experienced more than 50,300 fraud complaints in 2015, resulting in a total reported loss of nearly $60 million, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. When thieves obtain your personal information, they may be able … Read more
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BMO Harris Bank Reviews: 445 User Ratings
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Weighed down by student loans?
by bmoney @
Mon Aug 15 07:17:00 PDT 2016
Tackle the pay off with these 5 tips The average Canadian student will graduate post-secondary studies with around $27,000 of debt, according to the Canadian University Survey Consortium. This figure may come as no surprise to many young Canadians, as … Read more
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Chase College Checking Account Review: Earn $50 Bonus
by Liz Pham @ Bank Checking Savings
Tue Mar 27 19:00:36 PDT 2018
Attention all incoming freshman and returning college students! Chase is offering you a chance to open a new Chase College CheckingSM account where you can earn a $50 bonus once you enroll in paperless statements and complete 10 qualifying transactions. You will also be happy knowing there is no monthly service fee from the the time you open... Keep Reading↠
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Banking question input greatly appreciated
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Ok so my husband and I are both working and have received our first paychecks last week. Our bank CIBC has put a hold on our checks that are direct...
Best Bank Bonuses in Washington
by Anthony Nguyen @ Bank Checking Savings
Tue Mar 27 15:33:33 PDT 2018
Editor’s Note: If this is not your state, you can click on the state(s) above to see the Best Bank Bonuses being offered in your selected state(s). If you’re going to Washington to visit the biggest building in the world, or the world famous Space Needle, take some time to also visit the Best Bank Bonuses in Washington.... Keep Reading↠
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CIBC set to launch eDeposit for cash
by Cheques Plus @ Cheques Plus Blog
Thu Nov 06 13:22:49 PST 2014
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Raymond James strengthens Vancouver investment banking team
by Alan @ Investment Executive
Tue Mar 27 08:50:33 PDT 2018
Russell Green appointed managing director
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BMO Harris Bank Has A Special Rate 60-Month CD (3.00% APY)
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BMO Harris Bank is offering a special rate on its 60-month CD (3.00% APY). Minimum deposit is $5k. Available online and in-branch in AZ, FL, IL, IN, KS, MN,...

Never A Better Time To Open A Tangerine Bank Account
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Why it's time to switch to no-fee banking. As a Simplii Financial (formerly PC Financial) customer for 17 years, here's why I opened a Tangerine account.
This Spring, Clear Mediocre Credit Cards Out of Your Wallet
by Gregory Karp @ NerdWallet
Mon Mar 26 08:00:11 PDT 2018
Spring is a great time to declutter a closet full of clothes, a garage full of boxes and your wallet full of inferior credit cards. The average credit card holder…
How to budget for life at university
by bmoney @
Mon Aug 15 07:18:17 PDT 2016
6 smart tips for the budget-savvy student. Heading to college or university? Be smart with your spending, and you could save thousands of dollars each year. On average, a student will spend nearly $6,200 to attend a Canadian university in … Read more
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Bitcoin-based tax fraud ramping up in Canada, expert says
by Alex Coop @ ITBusiness.caITBusiness.ca
Fri Mar 23 13:10:16 PDT 2018
Fraud campaigns during tax season are nothing new, but according to the VP and country manager for Symantec Canada, it’s at an “all-time peak” in Canada, and fraudsters have fallen in love with a new tool: Bitcoin. “We’re seeing dollar amounts between $1,000 to $10,000 being stolen in each case,” says Ajay Sood. “Bitcoin machine…
Hashtag Trending – Slack makes big privacy changes, YouTube will annoy users with more ads, former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick has a new gig
by Mandy Kovacs @ ITBusiness.caITBusiness.ca
Thu Mar 22 05:12:14 PDT 2018
Slack’s new privacy rules let your boss download your private chats, YouTube is increasing the number of ads before music videos so you subscribe to its music service, and former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick is a CEO again. First up from Google Trends is a pretty untimely announcement from Slack saying that it’s changing its…
7 tips for throwing your child’s birthday party on a budget
by admin@yflb @
Mon Aug 08 07:46:17 PDT 2016
Host a birthday that’s big on fun… not big on bucks. Celebrating the little one’s birthday soon? We’re here to help you plan an on-budget, stress-free event. At some point over the years, birthday parties became far more complicated and expensive … Read more
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Update 01/04/18: Bonus is back and available through March 30th, 2018. It now requires 10 debit card transactions as well. They also upped the direct deposit requirement to $500 from $300 Update: Bonus is now only available to residents of the following states: AZ, FL, IL, IN, KS, MO, MN and WI. Application page now clearly [&hellip
Top 3-Year CD Rates – April 2018
by Danny Nguyen @ Bank Deal Guy
Tue Mar 27 16:07:09 PDT 2018
Below is our guide to help you, our readers, find the best or top 3-Year CD rates. In summary, certificate of deposits, otherwise known as CDs, will offer you the best secure return on your money when you invest it with your bank or credit union of choice. The best route to take if you want to... Read More →
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Why use direct payroll deposit | Your Financial Life | BMO
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Using direct deposit for your payroll can save time and money, while also helping protect your data, employee information and the environment. Read on.

BMO freezes woman’s account, including child support
Global News
An Ontario woman found out this month that her bank had frozen her account which prevented her from accessing child support and child tax benefit payments.
The Plum Card from American Express Review: Get A 1.5% Discount When You Pay Early + No Annual Fee First Year
by Anthony Nguyen @ Bank Deal Guy
Tue Mar 27 15:23:22 PDT 2018
The editorial content on this page is not provided by any of the companies mentioned, and has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. Opinions expressed here are author’s alone. At a glance, The Plum Card® from American Express is great for those who need that extra time to pay off debt... Read More →
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Montreal doctor’s invention integrated to Philips portable ultrasound system
by Brian Jackson @ ITBusiness.caITBusiness.ca
Tue Mar 27 14:03:53 PDT 2018
A Canadian doctor is behind a new technology that allows ultrasound images to be shared in realtime via smartphones and tablets. Montreal-based Dr. Yanick Beaulieu is the entrepreneur and cardiologist behind Reacts, a collaborative platform that is being integrated into Philips Lumify portable ultrasound system. The solution will allow doctors and clinicians around the world…

BMO to launch service for Amazon Alexa | Investment Executive
Investment Executive
BMO skill will provide the bank’s customers with common banking information on Amazon devices
Chase Freedom Unlimited Card $150 Bonus + 1.5% Cash Back
by Danny Nguyen @ Bank Deal Guy
Tue Mar 27 15:48:55 PDT 2018
Compare this card with other cash back related cards here. With the Chase Freedom Unlimited® Card, you can earn a $150 bonus after you spend $500 on purchases during your first 3 months of account opening! In addition, you can enjoy an unlimited 1.5% cashback on all purchases in which you can redeem at any time and for... Read More →
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Don’t Piss Off Your Future Self: The 10 Best Money Lessons From Retirees
by Amanda Holden @ Young And Thrifty
Sun Mar 25 18:00:02 PDT 2018
“Don’t piss off your Future Self, Amanda,” or “Your Future Granny will not approve of this,” I’ll sometimes whisper to myself as I’m about to do something that feels financially—well—stupid. I started doing this about a year ago as a reminder to think critically about decisions and to consider their long-term effects. It's a helpful…
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Synchrony Bank CD Rates: 1.00% 6-Month, 2.05% 12-Month, 2.50% 60-Month APY [Nationwide]
by Danny Nguyen @ Bank Deal Guy
Tue Mar 27 12:43:10 PDT 2018
Available nationwide, you can earn 0.75% up to 2.50% APY CD Rates when you open up a new Synchrony Bank Certificate of Deposit Account! Below is all the information and details you need to open your Synchrony Bank CD Account to earn 0.75% up to 2.50% APY CD Rates! Synchrony Bank Certificate of Deposit Account... Read More →
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6 ways to get fit and save on fitness costs
by bmoney @
Fri Aug 19 10:00:01 PDT 2016
Get in shape with these budget-friendly tips. Fitness isn’t just great for your health — it can also improve your overall frame of mind. In fact, just 15 minutes of daily cardio can be as effective as an antidepressant, according … Read more
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Top 18-Month CD Rates – April 2018
by Danny Nguyen @ Bank Deal Guy
Mon Mar 26 13:59:00 PDT 2018
Below is our guide to help you, our readers, find the best or top 18-month CD rates. In summary, certificate of deposits, otherwise known as CDs, will offer you the best secure return on your money when you invest it with your bank or credit union of choice. The best route to take if you want to... Read More →
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TD Canada Trust Mobile Apps Now Allowing Cheque Deposits
by Cheques Plus @ Cheques Plus Blog
Thu Oct 02 09:43:11 PDT 2014
Although late in the game TD Canada trust has finally updated their mobile apps to allow cheque deposits, their rivals as Tangerine and more recently CIBC have been offering this
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Test your Canadian Financial IQ
by bmoney @
Thu Jun 30 08:05:29 PDT 2016
How loony are you about loonies? Take our trivia challenge today to find out… … Read more
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Fixed vs. variable-rate mortgages: Which is right for you?
by bmoney @
Mon Aug 29 10:49:13 PDT 2016
Buying a home is likely the biggest purchase you’ll ever make. But before you can pack up and move in, you’ll need to secure a mortgage. This is often a long-term commitment. The average Canadian expects to pay off their … Read more
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Top 2-Year CD Rates – April 2018
by Danny Nguyen @ Bank Deal Guy
Tue Mar 27 08:57:05 PDT 2018
Below is our guide to help you, our readers, find the best or top 2-Year CD rates. In summary, certificate of deposits, otherwise known as CDs, will offer you the best secure return on your money when you invest it with your bank or credit union of choice. The best route to take if you want to... Read More →
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Workday and Slack announce partnership; Google, Microsoft and Facebook on the horizon
by Alex Coop @ ITBusiness.caITBusiness.ca
Mon Mar 26 10:26:57 PDT 2018
Workday is partnering with Slack and “actively partnering” with Google, Microsoft and Facebook, the company announced last week. The partnership with Slack, announced March 21, will let customers access Workday from within the Slack interface to access co-worker information, give employees feedback or request time off without having to leave Slack. “While work is becoming…
Indiana Members Credit Union Checking Bonus: $150 Promotion (Indiana only) *Carmel Branch offer*
by Anthony Nguyen @ Bank Checking Savings
Tue Mar 27 14:30:47 PDT 2018
Are you interested in putting some extra cash in your wallet? Indiana Members Credit Union is currently offering residents of Indiana a generous $150 bonus when you sign up and open a new Checking Account with direct deposit. To get the first $50, you must apply and open a new checking account and keep the account... Keep Reading↠
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A Guide to BMO Bank of Montreal Chequing Accounts - RateHub Blog
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Are you looking for a chequing account and can’t decide which one to get? BMO Bank of Montreal offers a variety of accounts with different features. Here’s an overview of BMO Bank of Montreal’s chequing accounts: ... Read More

BMO teams up with China’s ICBC | Investment Executive
Investment Executive
New MOU signed between the two banks will help BMO build on its asset-management capabilities
The Single Parent’s Guide to Life Insurance
by Barbara Marquand @ NerdWallet
Thu Mar 22 17:39:02 PDT 2018
Even though it might be hard sometimes to picture your young children as independent adults, you hope to live long enough to see that day. Life insurance provides a financial…

BMO InvestorLine is a well-tuned machine!
Hardbacon
At first glance, everything seems to be well thought-out to make it easier for the investor.
How To Find Your TD Canada Trust Account Number And Direct Deposit Form (Void Cheque)
by Cheques Plus @ Cheques Plus Blog
Thu Dec 14 07:25:40 PST 2017
Finding your TD Canada Trust account number and downloading a Direct Deposit form is easy, although TD does not currently have the option to download a Void Cheque, in most
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BMO Now Offering Interac’s e-Transfer Service to Business Accounts
Cheques Plus Blog
For several years now, many banks have been providing personal and business account users with the ability to transfer funds to each other through Interac’s e
Quiz: How savvy are you when it comes to RRSPs?
by contently @
Thu Sep 01 07:35:47 PDT 2016
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Interac adds money request, auto-deposit features to e-Transfer platform
IT Business
The Interac Association has just given Canadian retailers and other small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) two new ways to send and receive

Best Bank Account Bonuses and Offers March 2018 - NerdWallet
NerdWallet
Some banks offer cash bonuses when you open a new checking or savings account. To qualify, you will most likely have to set up direct deposit with the bank, and…
Elements Financial $200 Checking Account Bonus & 2% APY
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Mon Mar 26 04:00:35 PDT 2018
Find updated offers and bonuses from Elements Financial here. Established in 1976 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Elements Financial is a credit union with just 6 locations in the state. However, membership is available nationwide by joining Tru Direction. Elements Financial most notably has their High Interest Checking account that’s worth a look. We’ll review […]

FBI raid home of NXIVM co-founder following arrest of Keith Raniere, Hollywood sex cult leader
by @
Tue Mar 27 18:40:01 PDT 2018
The raid of the home of NXIVM president Nancy Salzman came on the day the group's longtime leader, Keith Raniere, appeared in federal court in Texas.
Bank of America ends free checking option, causing customer uproar
chicagotribune.com
The bank's move to add balance or direct deposit requirements to its free checking leaves few big-bank options for some low-income consumers.
3 Money Lessons We Can Learn From ‘Roseanne’
by Courtney Jespersen @ NerdWallet
Sun Mar 25 18:00:27 PDT 2018
On March 27, the Conner family is coming back to prime time, thanks to the revival of ABC’s “Roseanne.” The popular sitcom starring Roseanne Barr and John Goodman as husband…
BMO Now Offering Interac’s e-Transfer Service to Business Accounts
by Cheques Plus @ Cheques Plus Blog
Wed Aug 05 19:14:17 PDT 2015
For several years now, many banks have been providing personal and business account users with the ability to transfer funds to each other through Interac’s e-Transfer service; which is a
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Wells Fargo Banking Promotions: $200 Checking Bonus
by Jim Wang @ Wallet Hacks
Wed Mar 14 04:00:49 PDT 2018
Banks need accounts. You need more cash. How about $200 to open a Wells Fargo Everyday Checking account and making it your main bank account? That's what Wells Fargo is willing to do if you're willing to open an account and set up a direct deposit of at least $500. After you've had three deposits […]
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Travel Hacks for Millennials on a Budget
by contently @
Mon Sep 12 09:38:09 PDT 2016
If you watch travel shows like The Amazing Race Canada or scroll through your friends’ vacation shots on social media, you’ve probably said something like “where is that??” or “take me there!” With social-media sharing at an all-time high, it’s … Read more
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5 tips for motivating and managing millennials
by bmoney @
Thu Sep 29 08:00:13 PDT 2016
Tech-obsessed. Social-media savvy. Mired in student debt. These are just some of the terms that accompany descriptions of Millennials. Millennials, those born between 1980 and the mid-2000s, can get a bad rap. But whether you love them or not, millennials … Read more
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What does it mean if I receive a hold on my account after I have made a deposit?
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Hawaii's oldest and largest bank offering personal, private, & business banking services. First Hawaiian Bank is consistently ranked in the top tier of all U.S. banks.
Incredible Bank Online Savings And CD Accounts Promotions, Offers
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Sat Mar 24 22:00:47 PDT 2018
Find the latest promotions and offers from Incredible Bank here. Headquartered in Wausau, WI, Incredible Bank is an internet only bank and does not have any physical branch locations to serve customers. By operating online, Incredible Bank is able to offer betters rates than deposit accounts provided by traditional financial institutions. Be sure to compare […]