
Direct Express Website Down Right Now?
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Fri Sep 02 23:37:55 PDT 2016
Are you trying to login to your Direct Express account online but the Direct Express website is down or not loading up? Here’s what you need to do: Step 1 – Confirm that Website is down You will save a lot…
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Directexpress.com login
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Fri Mar 16 09:40:32 PDT 2018
If you are a Direct Express Debit MasterCard holder, here are detailed instructions on Directexpress.com login and what to do if you have forgotten your login credentials or do not remember your username or password. Directexpress.com login Information To login into…
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Social Security Debit Card
by Social Security Guru @ Comerica Social Security Card – Social Security Building
Wed Jul 09 19:17:03 PDT 2014
As of March 1, 2013, the United States Department of the Treasury requires all federal government benefit payments to be made by electronic payments. This includes Social Security benefits. You can either have your benefit payments direct deposited into your account, or you can have it automatically deposited into your Direct Deposit Debit Card Account … Continue reading Social Security Debit Card
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Social Security Payment Schedule 2017
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Sun Aug 28 02:40:21 PDT 2016
If you’ve just been approved for Social Security benefits or have been receiving Social Security benefits for a while and would like to know the Payment Schedule 2017, you’ve come to the right place. Just like we have done for…
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Social Security Building for Lakeland, FL 33813
by Social Security Guru @ Social Security Building
Tue Jul 01 07:21:28 PDT 2014
The Lakeland, FL Social Security Building and office location information is below with the phone number and hours of operation. We have also provided helpful directions to assist you once you get close to the area. It’s a good idea to call them before leaving the house to make sure their information has not changed. If you … Continue reading Social Security Building for Lakeland, FL 33813
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Best Bank Account Promotions And Bonuses March 2018
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Mon Mar 26 22:01:13 PDT 2018
Find the best bank promotions, bonuses, offers and deals for 2018 here. Account bonuses are categorized into Personal, Savings and Business accounts and split into pages, so be sure to look through all the pages to view all the best current offers. Listed below are the best promotions from the biggest banks in the nation, such as Wells […]

Should You Sign Up For Go Direct or Direct Express? | Phamily Man
Phamily Man
The deadline to switch from paper checks to electronic payments, or direct deposit, for payments of Social Security, VA, or other federal benefits from the U.S. Treasury is by March 1, 2013. The mandatory change is expected to save taxpayers $120 million a year. Recipients, or those who will be applying for federal

Social Security Benefits: Getting Carded?
Caring.com
Get the facts on Social Security benefits and the new option to get a prepaid debit card. Known as the Direct Express Debit MasterCard, the new Social Security debit cards bring convenience but possibly new headaches, as well.

Treasury extends controversial bank-card deal with Comerica
Center for Public Integrity
Treasury extends Comerica program that exposed the elderly and poor to fraud.
Capital One 360 Review: $100 To $1,000 In Bonuses & Promotions
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Mon Mar 26 22:00:45 PDT 2018
Find new Capital One 360 promotions, bonuses and offers here. Capital One 360 is the online suite of accounts (i.e. Savings, Checking, Business,etc.) available from Capital One bank. Online checking and savings accounts are becoming more and more popular now, due to the convenience and lack of many fees familiar with the local banks. By cutting […]
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 […]
Mastercard and MegaFon extend the mobile payment functionality
by Adam Keal @ Global Hub
Wed Feb 28 04:31:03 PST 2018
Mastercard* and MegaFon have presented two joint initiatives at the interface between telecommunications and banking technologies at Mobile World Congress 2018 held in Barcelona from February 25 through March 1. Starting from March 1, MegaFon’s subscribers will be offered an opportunity to link their mobile phone account to Apple Pay or Samsung Pay by creating …
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Direct Express Card vs Direct Deposit
by Prepaid Debit @ Gift Cards and Prepaid Debit Cards
Wed Sep 03 05:28:57 PDT 2014
One of the most often asked questions from those receiving government benefits is whether to select the direct express card option or get their benefit payment direct deposited into their bank checking or savings account. If you are not sure why this question is important, here is some background. The US Treasury Department, which is in […]

Comerica Bank Checking Accounts: Reviews, Latest Offers, Q&A, Customer Service Info
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Reviews & Detailed Information about Checking Accounts offered by Comerica Bank. Compare to Popular Offers & Apply Online for the Best Checking Account.
Investing for Good: Embracing the Long Journey
by Martina Hund-Mejean @ Global Hub
Fri Mar 09 11:49:08 PST 2018
It’s not every day that a CEO and CFO talk about investing millions of dollars into a part of the business that doesn’t generate direct profits. But that’s exactly what we did when we took advantage of the recent U.S. tax reform to make a focused investment – half a billion dollars – into our …
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Top 5 Myths about FDIC Insurance
by Brandon Rowe @ Bromoney
Thu Jan 13 13:03:10 PST 2011
FDIC insurance is the most attractive part of having a deposit account over investing money in something involving more risk. With funds that are FDIC insured, you’re guaranteed to get your money back if your institution fails by the FDIC as long as you fall within the guidelines. There are a few misunderstanding when it […]
Social Security Building for Jacksonville, FL 32218
by Social Security Guru @ Social Security Building
Tue Jul 01 06:08:11 PDT 2014
The Jacksonville, FL Social Security Building and office location information is below with the phone number and hours of operation. We have also provided helpful directions to assist you once you get close to the area. It’s a good idea to call them before leaving the house to make sure their information has not changed. If you … Continue reading Social Security Building for Jacksonville, FL 32218
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95% of Federal Benefit Recipients Satisfied with Direct Express Card Program
MasterCard Social Newsroom
If you’ve read this blog before, you’ve likely heard of MasterCard’s collaboration with the Department of the Treasury, Comerica Bank, and Xerox to offer the Direct Express® program and deliver on the Treasury’s plans to move to an all-electronic disbursement of federal benefits, eliminating paper checks by March of 2013. The
Chase Total Checking Account $200 Coupon Available Online Now
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Mon Mar 26 22:00:29 PDT 2018
Get updated Chase Total Checking® coupon bonuses and new promotions here. Typical bonus amounts that have been available for this Checking account include $150, $200 and $300 offers. Originally established in 1982, Chase Bank is now headquartered in Newark, Delaware and is one of the nation’s largest banks as measured by total assets. Chase offers a […]
Social Security Building for Kissimmee, FL 34744
by Social Security Guru @ Social Security Building
Tue Jul 01 06:20:16 PDT 2014
The Kissimmee, FL Social Security Building and office location information is below with the phone number and hours of operation. We have also provided helpful directions to assist you once you get close to the area. It’s a good idea to call them before leaving the house to make sure their information has not changed. If you … Continue reading Social Security Building for Kissimmee, FL 34744
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Direct Express Debit Card Complaints
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Tue May 16 07:08:04 PDT 2017
We have been writing about the Direct Express card since 2013 and during this time, we have heard Direct Express Debit Card Complaints from our readers. Here are the top three complaints we usually hear and what to do about it:…
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Bank of the Eastern Shore Closed by FDIC
by Brandon Rowe @ Bromoney
Sun Apr 29 14:52:23 PDT 2012
The FDIC shut down the Bank of the Eastern Shore in Maryland on Friday bringing the total bank failures to 22 this year. That’s down from 39 bank failures at the same point last year. Four other banks were closed on the same day including: Harvest Bank of Maryland, Plantation Federal Bank in South Carolina […]
Direct Express App Review
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Fri Sep 02 23:35:55 PDT 2016
Before you download the app, read our Direct Express App Review. If you don’t already know, the Direct Express card now comes with a mobile application on both Google Android devices and on iOS for Apple’s iPhone and iPad. See…
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Social Security Building for Lake City, FL 32025
by Social Security Guru @ Social Security Building
Tue Jul 01 06:53:09 PDT 2014
The Lake City, FL Social Security Building and office location information is below with the phone number and hours of operation. We have also provided helpful directions to assist you once you get close to the area. It’s a good idea to call them before leaving the house to make sure their information has not changed. If … Continue reading Social Security Building for Lake City, FL 32025
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Top Social Security Questions Answered by Video
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Sun Aug 28 03:38:16 PDT 2016
Do you have Social Security Questions? Social Security is a complicated system with lots of rules. Even for those receiving benefits, there are still questions about ongoing benefit amounts, increases, how long the program will be around, and what Congress…
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How to get Direct Express Routing Number
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Wed Nov 16 01:42:15 PST 2016
If you have been looking for the Direct Express Routing Number on their website and cannot locate it, it’s because they don’t publicly display it on their site – but we can help you. If you have received a Direct Express…
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Fact sheet for Direct Express cards | Consumers Union
Consumers Union
The Direct Express card looks like a bank debit card that allows you to access your Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. Fact sheet for Direct Express cards The Direct Express card looks like a bank debit card that allows you to access your Social Security and Supplemental Security Income. The money is held in an account, and you can withdraw it or spend it by using the card. You will no longer need to worry about the security of your checks in the mail, or the cost and time it will take to cash in your checks. Also, the Department of Treasury has negotiated certain protections with Comerica, who issues the card. Among these protections are lower fees than those you may find with other prepaid cards. Questions for Recipients to Ask about Direct Express 1. How can I obtain a Direct Express card? You can sign up for a Direct Express card either by phone (877) 212-9991 or on-line at www.USDirectExpress.com. Comerica then lets the Social Security Administration
Consumers Union statement on reports of self-driving Uber car, pedestrian fatality
by David Butler @ Consumers Union
Mon Mar 19 13:34:01 PDT 2018
Monday, March 19, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Consumers Union, the advocacy division of Consumer Reports, made the following statement today following the news reports of a pedestrian fatality involving a self-driving Uber vehicle in Arizona: David Friedman, Director of Cars and Product Policy and Analysis, Consumers Union, said, “All of our thoughts and sympathies […]
Social Security Building for Jacksonville, FL 32259
by Social Security Guru @ Social Security Building
Tue Jul 01 06:00:56 PDT 2014
The Jacksonville, FL Social Security Building and office location information is below with the phone number and hours of operation. We have also provided helpful directions to assist you once you get close to the area. It’s a good idea to call them before leaving the house to make sure their information has not changed. If you … Continue reading Social Security Building for Jacksonville, FL 32259
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Texas Security Bank CD Special
by Brandon Rowe @ Bromoney
Wed Apr 25 17:16:07 PDT 2012
Texas Secuity Bank is offering a special deal on 6 month CDs. They’ve got a 6 month rate of 1.25%: http://www.texassecuritybank.com/ It looks like they’re offering some other pretty decent rates. Leave comments here if you’ve banked with them before.
Tom Steyer: billionaire political megadonor for the people?
by Sarah Kleiner @ The Center for Public Integrity Latest Stories
Fri Mar 23 07:01:00 PDT 2018
Liberal financier says substance and style differentiate him from Republican bankrollers such as the Koch brothers
Melrose Credit Union 2.93% 5 Year CD
by Brandon Rowe @ Bromoney
Thu Feb 03 06:06:54 PST 2011
Melrose Credit Union is currently offering a 2.93% 5 year CD which is currently second best to Connexus Credit Union’s 3% 5 year rate, although Connexus requires you to open a checking account with them to get their CDs. Melrose is also offering a 2.42% APY 4 year CD and a 1.41% 1 year CD. […]
HSBC Bank Review: $100 – $1000 Checking Promotions
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Mon Mar 26 22:00:12 PDT 2018
Get new HSBC Bank promotions, bonuses and offers here for new Checking and Savings accounts. Typical bonuses in the past have been for $100, $200 and up to $750 in cash. HSBC Bank has over 200 branches throughout California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington. If you’re […]
Chase Premier Plus Checking℠ Review: $300 Coupon Bonus
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Fri Mar 23 22:02:02 PDT 2018
Find the latest promotions and bonus offers for the Chase Premier Plus Checking℠ Account here. Coupon offers are refreshed throughout the year, so check back often for the best deals. All Chase Bank related offers are kept up-to-date on our Chase Bank Promotions page. Established in 1982 and headquartered in Newark, Delaware, Chase Bank is the second […]
Mastercard Acquires Oltio to Accelerate Digital Payments Adoption in Middle East and Africa
by Seth Eisen @ Global Hub
Tue Mar 06 06:06:20 PST 2018
Acquisition to drive cash displacement and innovation in emerging markets Johannesburg, South Africa – March 6, 2018 – Mastercard has completed its acquisition of mobile payments technology company Oltio from Standard Bank Group. The acquisition builds on Mastercard’s longstanding relationship with Oltio, a startup that pioneered and patented several mobile payments and banking solutions, including an …
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New Direct Express Card With Chip
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Sat Mar 11 05:57:35 PST 2017
If your Direct Express card has expired or you got a replacement card because your card was lost or stolen, you will notice that there is a new direct express card with chip. This post will explain why your new…
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Social Security Debit Card
by Social Security Guru @ Social Security Building
Wed Jul 09 19:17:03 PDT 2014
As of March 1, 2013, the United States Department of the Treasury requires all federal government benefit payments to be made by electronic payments. This includes Social Security benefits. You can either have your benefit payments direct deposited into your account, or you can have it automatically deposited into your Direct Deposit Debit Card Account … Continue reading Social Security Debit Card
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Prepare for paperless Social Security benefits
CreditCards.com
As of March 1, 2013, paper checks for Social Security and other federal benefits disappeared, replaced by direct deposit or, for those with no bank accounts, prepaid debit cards. Here's how the check-less system works
Government Debit Cards and Fraud
by Prepaid Debit @ Gift Cards and Prepaid Debit Cards
Thu Aug 28 16:51:09 PDT 2014
Why are prepaid debit cards issued by the U.S federal government or States the target of increasing internet fraud and scams? For example, when you go to the Eppicard website, you are hit with alarming warnings about Phishing. Similarly, like the Eppicard, the Direct Express card is a target. The federal government issues the direct express card […]
Top 10 Banks Rated by Customer Satisfaction
by Brandon Rowe @ Bromoney
Wed Jan 12 06:49:57 PST 2011
I mostly write about interest rates on this blog, but another important factor when looking at banks is customer satisfaction. Everyone knows how important it is for a bank to have great customer service and most people are willing to take a small cut in interest rates in order to work with a bank that […]
Difference Between Debit and Credit on Your Bank Card
by Brandon Rowe @ Bromoney
Tue Jan 11 11:01:38 PST 2011
Anyone who has used their bank’s check card to pay for items knows that you can use debit or credit to make purchases, but most people don’t know what the difference is besides the fact that with debit you have to enter a pin, and with credit you need to sign. One of the key […]
Dime Savings Bank 3.10% 7 Year CD
by Brandon Rowe @ Bromoney
Tue Mar 01 19:53:42 PST 2011
Dime Savings Bank is currently offering a 3.10% APY 7 year CD and a 2.5% 5 year CD with a minimum deposit of $500. The thing about Dime Savings is that if you withdraw early on their long term accounts you lose 2 years’ interest on your CD, if they even let you remove your […]
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 […]

Treasury Dept and Comerica's Debit Card Payment System Bilks the Poor
Occupy.com
A government initiative aimed at saving money by eliminating paper checks is hurting some recipients of federal benefits while earning the bank that operates the program millions in fees charged to consumers.
Social Security Building for Lake Mary, FL 32795
by Social Security Guru @ Social Security Building
Tue Jul 01 07:16:14 PDT 2014
The Lake Mary, FL Social Security Building and office location information is below with the phone number and hours of operation. We have also provided helpful directions to assist you once you get close to the area. It’s a good idea to call them before leaving the house to make sure their information has not changed. If … Continue reading Social Security Building for Lake Mary, FL 32795
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Where can I find the routing number or account number for my Direct Express account?
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Direct Express doesn't make routing or account numbers publicly available for their cards.No payments (except returns for purchases made with the card or PayPerks prizes) can be added to the card...
Direct Express Card Not Working?
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Thu Jan 11 09:46:12 PST 2018
If you find your Direct Express Card not working, there may be two reasons why. This articles will help you look into all two and what to do about it to get your card back up and working again: Direct…
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Social Security Direct Express Debit Card Facts
by Direct Express Help @ Direct Express Card Help
Wed Nov 16 02:37:18 PST 2016
This is a post about the Social Security Direct Express Debit Card facts – information you should know if you are considering getting the card or what you can expect if you get a Direct Express Card. In case you…
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Bamboozled: Direct Express' funny way of analyzing alleged fraud of Social Security benefits
NJ.com
A Kenilworth woman battles for the refund of a fraudulent charge made on her Direct Express card, a debit card on which she receives Social Security benefits.
MemoryBank $100 Checking Account Bonus & 1.60% APY
by Tony Phan @ MoneysMyLife
Tue Mar 27 09:27:10 PDT 2018
Find the latest bonuses and promotions from MemoryBank udpated here. Launched in 2016, MemoryBank is a newer online banking institution offering Checking accounts available nationwide. Operating online, you are going to have much better interest rates compared to traditional banks. MemoryBank customers will also have access to a network of over 85,000 ATMs. Similar to […]