Online banking is fantastic. With my ING account (which I will keep until Cap One starts pulling fee shenanigans) I divide my monthly expenses into different sub accounts, so I can see exactly how much money I have for each thing (rent, IRA, utilities, etc.). I really like being able to have it all laid out like that in front of me.
I use online banking for -almost- everything. I make a point of opening new accounts on the phone - it's just as free and easy, and my banker gets credit for it.
I sure do - I HATE paying bills by mail, I HATE shopping in malls, I LOVE the convenience of staying home and ordering what I need/want. Now, if only I had more $!
I have used online banking for a few years now My paycheck is directly deposited, money is moved automatically to savings each month, I can pay bills from my computer at work, etc. It makes life easy!
Most of my banking and bill paying gets done online, but I still use checks for the few places that don't offer online bill paying...like our local water company.
First, I'm sorry that you've taken such offense. Let me address each point for you. As I pointed out at the beginning of the article, I asked around friends and family and these were the top 25 answers. At least half of the people I talked to said begging was a legitimate way to make money if you have fallen on hard times. And, I start that section with words to that effect. If you're really, really down on your luck and need money, begging is an option. I put the link to the woman about the kitchen to show that people in far less dire situations are turning to begging, so there is no shame in it. I am not suggesting that if you want a new car you hit the streets to make the payment.
As for gambling, yes, seriously. And why not? People gamble every single day in this country, it's a legal way to make money (some people make handsome careers from professional poker playing) and if you're good enough, it's guaranteed money. I'm not sure why you're so down on it, no one is telling you to take your savings and enter a poker tournament or throw it all on a horse race. The idea behind this list was to give you 25 ideas, you don't have to use any of the advice.
Not only do I use online banking, our primary accounts are at internet banks. I got my first bank account in 2003 so I have never not used online banking. I don't even know what that would look like.
I definitely use online banking, I love technology!! It allows me to auto pay bills and put savings on autopilot while cutting back on clutter and protecting my identity by not having account information in the house where someone can take it. I liked the post on Facebook. I hope I win!! *crosses fingers*
I love online banking. I rarely touch my checkbook and all of our bills are paid online and on time. Without it, I guarantee each of my bills would be paid late!
I definitely use online banking. It is an easy way to see your most recent transactions and your bank statements. Furthermore, it is fast way to pay your bills online and saves paper! If don't currently do online banking, I highly recommend and encourage you to start!
we use nothing but online banking!
Oh, and I also "like" you on Facebook.
Online banking is fantastic. With my ING account (which I will keep until Cap One starts pulling fee shenanigans) I divide my monthly expenses into different sub accounts, so I can see exactly how much money I have for each thing (rent, IRA, utilities, etc.). I really like being able to have it all laid out like that in front of me.
I use online banking for -almost- everything. I make a point of opening new accounts on the phone - it's just as free and easy, and my banker gets credit for it.
I sure do - I HATE paying bills by mail, I HATE shopping in malls, I LOVE the convenience of staying home and ordering what I need/want. Now, if only I had more $!
I have used online banking for a few years now My paycheck is directly deposited, money is moved automatically to savings each month, I can pay bills from my computer at work, etc. It makes life easy!
We used to bank online, but we just switched to a local bank that doesn't offer a choice.
Yes, mostly.
yes, it makes paying bills and saving so much easier.
Yep, use it for paying bills, transferring money, checking up on our account. It's convenient and we haven't noticed any trouble with security.
Oh and I've liked the fb page!
Most of my banking and bill paying gets done online, but I still use checks for the few places that don't offer online bill paying...like our local water company.
Absolutely! It's so much more convenient that way. Although I am concerned about the security aspects.
Erin,
First, I'm sorry that you've taken such offense. Let me address each point for you. As I pointed out at the beginning of the article, I asked around friends and family and these were the top 25 answers. At least half of the people I talked to said begging was a legitimate way to make money if you have fallen on hard times. And, I start that section with words to that effect. If you're really, really down on your luck and need money, begging is an option. I put the link to the woman about the kitchen to show that people in far less dire situations are turning to begging, so there is no shame in it. I am not suggesting that if you want a new car you hit the streets to make the payment.
As for gambling, yes, seriously. And why not? People gamble every single day in this country, it's a legal way to make money (some people make handsome careers from professional poker playing) and if you're good enough, it's guaranteed money. I'm not sure why you're so down on it, no one is telling you to take your savings and enter a poker tournament or throw it all on a horse race. The idea behind this list was to give you 25 ideas, you don't have to use any of the advice.
Not only do I use online banking, our primary accounts are at internet banks. I got my first bank account in 2003 so I have never not used online banking. I don't even know what that would look like.
Yes, it saves a lot of time and money
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I definitely use online banking, I love technology!! It allows me to auto pay bills and put savings on autopilot while cutting back on clutter and protecting my identity by not having account information in the house where someone can take it. I liked the post on Facebook. I hope I win!! *crosses fingers*
yes, i love the convenience and instant access with online banking
I love online banking. I rarely touch my checkbook and all of our bills are paid online and on time. Without it, I guarantee each of my bills would be paid late!
I liked your post on Facebook.
Yes, I use online banking and love it. It makes life so much easier!
Every day. It's easy, convenient, and in my opinion, very safe.
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I definitely use online banking. It is an easy way to see your most recent transactions and your bank statements. Furthermore, it is fast way to pay your bills online and saves paper! If don't currently do online banking, I highly recommend and encourage you to start!
"Liked" on Facebook.