#1 – $200 bonus #2 – $100 bonus #3 Min. Deposit Amount: $100 #4 It’s hard to bank these days without having a main checking account. Most checking accounts include a way to connect to a savings account and potentially an investment account as well. It’s also the main dashboard from which you manage your … Read more

Investing in a certificate of deposit (CD) is an excellent option for securing a high interest rate for an entire year. This is particularly beneficial for those with short-term savings that they do not want to place in higher-risk, higher-yield accounts. CDs offer a stable and predictable return and are a key component of a … Read more

Most of us are familiar with banking online and through a mobile app. But did you know mobile app fraud transactions have increased by over 600% since 2015?  Fraud is one of the best reasons to find and stick with a reputable bank. FDIC insurance can also protect your account, so you don’t have to … Read more

Many of the biggest banks in the nation leverage their mobile apps to help users bank on the go. Did you know Bank of America leads the pack with over 30 million active mobile users?  When managing your finances, choosing the right bank is crucial. In the beautiful state of Maine, several outstanding financial institutions … Read more

Did you know that over half of Millennials and 64% of Gen Z have a financial account with a neobank or other financial technology institution? It just shows you that the traditional idea of finance and banking in the modern age has quickly evolved in the past few years.  The same level of evolution can … Read more

Highlights The Panic of 1907 was a major U.S. financial crisis in the fall of 1907. It exposed deep weaknesses in the U.S. financial system and raised concerns about bankers’ economic influence. In its aftermath, Congress created the Federal Reserve Bank of the United States, the linchpin of the modern financial system. In 1907, cars … Read more