Columbus, OH

The Motley Fool

Now could be a good time to say goodbye to your old bank. Read on to find out some top reasons why people make the switch.

4 Reasons to Switch Banks in July

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PYMNTS

As aggregators compete to win the spending of financially struggling consumers, more players in the space are expanding their acceptance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) payments. Target-owned same-day delivery aggregator Shipt, for instance, recently said it has begun accepting these benefits on its marketplace, reaching...

Aggregators Expand SNAP EBT Acceptance to Woo Paycheck-to-Paycheck Shoppers

The Independent

 Chase Bank officials warned the company's 86 million customers that checking accounts might not be free in the future if the federal government implements regulations capping overdraft and late fees. Chase is the largest consumer bank and one of the top credit card issuers in the US. It is now looking to charge for once-free services to cover the loss of revenue from the fee caps. CEO of Consumer & Community Banking Marianne Lake told the Wall Street Journal  she believes other banks will follow suit if the regulations pass. Under the new proposal, the cost to overdraw...

Nation’s largest bank Chase threatens to charge for checking accounts if government caps fees

GOBankingRates

Mark Cuban is known for his savvy business skills, owning the Dallas Mavericks, and, of course, his long run on Shark Tank, but he wasn't always wealthy. The investor is now worth $5.4 billion, and...

Mark Cuban Says Not To Use Credit Cards — Should You Take His Advice?

Virginia State

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Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Having an 800 or higher credit score can bring huge benefits. You're more likely to get approved for the best credit cards and loans with favorable terms. You'll also have other perks, like an easier time finding a place to rent and insurance policies with lower monthly premiums. Below, we'll...

How to Get an 800 Credit Score

Failing to use your credit card could get it canceled. And there could be consequences beyond that, too. Read on to learn more.

Here's What Happens if You Don't Use a Credit Card for a Year Or More

Technology introduces more ways than ever before to save your money at high interest rates in online banks, invest in everything from fractional real estate shares to cryptocurrency and even earn...

6 Old-Fashioned Ways To Save Money

Lyle Daly is a personal finance writer who specializes in credit cards, travel rewards programs, and banking. He writes for The Ascent and The Motley Fool, and his work has appeared in USA Today and Yahoo! Finance. He was born in California but currently lives as a digital nomad with a home base in Colombia.

What Credit Score Do You Need for Citi Double Cash?

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Want to learn how to make quick money in one day? There are plenty of opportunities out there that let you earn some extra cash without a long-term commitment or if you need cash immediately. Whether you prefer working online or doing tasks around your neighborhood, you can find a side hustle that fits your…

22 Ways To Make Quick Money in One Day

New York Post

If you’re hoping to buy a home with a conventional mortgage, one number you’ll want to get to know well is your credit score. 

Also called a credit rating or FICO score (named after the company that created it, the Fair Isaac Corporation), this three-digit number is a numerical representation of your credit report, which outlines your history of paying off debts.

Why does your minimum credit score matter? 

Because when you apply for a mortgage to buy a home, lenders want some reassurance a borrower will repay them later! 

One way they assess this is to check your creditworthiness by scrutinizing your credit report and...

So you want to buy a house: Here’s the kind of good credit score that you’ll need

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Chicago Food Adventures

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

McPhersonBuzz News

In July 2024, SSDI payments will be deposited on Wednesdays with specific dates determined by recipients’ birthdates as scheduled by the SSA. July 2024 SSDI Payment Schedule Based on Birth Dates The SSA distributes SSDI payments on three Wednesdays each month. For July 2024, the deposit dates are as follows: – July 10th: Beneficiaries born […]

July 2024 SSDI Deposit Dates: Schedule for Social Security Disability Payments

California State

The US Sun

A SOFI bank user said he called it 90 times in a fruitless effort to unfreeze his new account. The Californian man had deposited a $1,368 check – which cleared – but SoFi locked him out. The man reached out to local consumer champion Chris Chmura at San Francisco-based NBC affiliate KNTV for help to […]

I opened a new account and deposited $1,368 – then the bank locked me out & froze my money even after I called 90 times

FinanceBuzz

These unnecessary expenses could be slowly chipping away at your finances.

10 Worst Ways to Waste Money That Drain Your Bank Account Every Month

Mastercard is expanding its partnership with Dubai-based retail conglomerate LuLu Group. The collaboration, announced Friday (July 5), will extend across the markets of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and newly-added Saudi Arabia, integrating Mastercard’s expertise into Lulu Group’s operation. “The partnership will introduce revamped features...

Mastercard and LuLu Collaborate on Cardless Payments

Jacksonville, FL

A Jacksonville man has pleaded guilty to cashing thousands of dollars in checks and money orders after heisting them from mailboxes in Fleming Island, Jacksonville and St. Augustine, the U.S. Attorney’s Office says.

Fraud suspect stole more than $59,000 from mailboxes

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Discover Unveils Overdraft Protection for Debit Card Customers

Discover debuted a new overdraft protection tool for its debit card customers. Balance+ offers fee-free discretionary overdraft coverage for day-to-day debit card transactions, according to a...

Discover Unveils Overdraft Protection for Debit Card Customers

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