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Liz Weston’s Favorite Finance Books
An editor once told me that there are really only a handful of personal finance stories to write, and they don’t change much. We just keep updating the anecdotes and the statistics to try to keep...
View ArticleAttention FinCon13 Attendees: Announcing the 2nd Annual #AllyBloggerQuest...
Ally Bank is excited to be attending the 2013 Financial Blogger Conference, taking place in St. Louis from October 17 – 20. FinCon13 is a four-day event that will bring together the voices of the...
View ArticleMONEY® Magazine Names Ally Bank “Best Online Bank” For Third Straight Year
Ally Bank has been recognized by Money® Magazine as “Best Online Bank” in America for the 3rd year in a row. Being an online bank allows Ally to provide an overall better banking experience by...
View ArticleBenefits of Opening a 1-Year CD
With the New Year around the corner, it’s a natural time to set new financial goals for the future. Some might be long-term, like planning for retirement or saving for a down payment on a house. But...
View ArticleBump Up CDs: Raise Your Rates in 2014
Does the rough start to 2014 in the stock market have you craving more stability in your investment portfolio? If so, consider bank certificates of deposit. Ally Bank’s Raise Your Rate CD is one option...
View ArticleHow To Save: Limiting Fees – America Saves Week 2014
There are countless reasons to save money. Whether it’s putting money into an emergency fund for unexpected expenses, saving for a down payment on a home or planning for your retirement – saving money...
View ArticleFinancial Wellness Programs: The Link between Health and Wealth
The link between physical and financial health is more closely related than you might think. Your financial fitness can directly impact your health and vice-versa. According to the Financial Health...
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Retirement: Forget What’s My Number! What’s My Income?
If you’ve noticed lately, the thinking around retirement has moved away from ‘what’s my number?’ to ‘what do I get from that number?’ The realities of retirement have been changing over the last...
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What’s Your Money Script?
What does money mean to you? When it comes to financial decisions, like saving money, we all have different money personalities that affect the way we handle finances. Whether you’re a saver or...
View ArticleUpdating Financial Advisor Standards
Is your financial professional putting your needs first? In the financial services industry, there’s no shortage of people calling themselves financial advisors. Unfortunately, anyone can call...
View ArticleFINRA BrokerCheck: Defend Against Investment Fraud and Abuse
Consumers frequently rely on online reviews to help them make decisions about where to spend their money. Homeowners have Angie’s List to research a variety of home-improvement professionals;...
View ArticleTeaching Financial Literacy to Kids This Summer
School may be out for the summer, but it’s the perfect time to establish the groundwork for a lifetime of financial security by teaching your kids good money habits. Time is the greatest asset kids...
View ArticleSmart Saving Accounts for College Students
Unbeknownst to some parents, the practice of depositing money into a savings account for a child can deliver a positive financial message they carry with them into adulthood. A 2013 study by Professor...
View ArticleConcierge Medicine: Return of Old-School Medical Care
An emerging form of medicine is gaining popularity among consumers looking for more personalized, quality healthcare. But this type of innovative healthcare is actually a throwback to the olden days...
View ArticleTeaching Your Kids How to Build Good Credit
Your credit score can open doors – if it’s strong. If it’s not, it can slam those doors shut. But no one is born with great credit. Like most things worthwhile, it’s built and maintained over time. If...
View ArticleLongevity Annuities As An Income Stream for Retirement?
The biggest worry about retirement boils down to this – will I outlive my savings? As lifespans increase, building and managing a nest egg that can sustain a long life can be an overwhelming task. A...
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Make the Most of Employee Benefits
A lot can happen in a year. And as your life changes, so should your employee benefits. Life events like starting a family or nearing retirement should spark a thorough review of benefit options to...
View ArticleRenting vs Buying: To Buy or Not to Buy a House
Of all milestones associated with early adulthood, few are bigger than making the transition from renter to homeowner. While this rite of passage is a common goal, individual circumstances can differ...
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