Lara Vukelich

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About

Lara Vukelich is a freelance writer based in San Diego. Her work has been featured on Bankrate, TV Guide, Huffington Post and more.

6 months ago

What Is A Bank Run?

If your money is in an FDIC-insured bank, your deposits are protected up to $250,000 per account in the event of a catastrophic bank event. Yet people still get nervous if they think a bank might fail. And unsurprisingly, many...
8 months ago

How To Save Money On A Wedding

If you’ve been paying attention to the price of getting hitched or started planning your own big day, you know how tempting it can be to elope and forgo a wedding altogether. From flowers to photographs, the cost of throwing...
8 months ago

U.S. Bank Near Me: Find Branches And ATMs Nearby

U.S. Bank, owned by U.S. Bancorp, is the fifth largest bank in the United States. It has a sizable network of ATMs and over 2,000 brick-and-mortar branches in 25 states, and its footprint is growing. U.S. Bank has acquired a...
8 months ago

Ally Money Market Account Review 2024

Ally Bank is an online-only bank that offers several interest-earning accounts, including a money market account (MMA). The earns a competitive rate across all balance tiers and has no minimum balance requirements or monthly fees, making it a worthy option...
8 months ago

What Is An Interest Checking Account?

Unlike savings accounts, which are designed for parking your money, checking accounts are transaction accounts designed for everyday use. Money goes in when you get paid or add funds and out when you spend with your debit card or make...
8 months ago

Money Market Account Calculator

Money market accounts (MMAs) are interest-bearing deposit accounts commonly available with banks and credit unions. They offer many advantages for saving, including competitive interest rates and flexible access to cash. If you’re thinking about saving with an MMA, using a...
10 months ago

How To Choose A Bank

Choosing the wrong bank can be more than just frustrating—it can be expensive. Subpar interest rates and pointless fees add up. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Americans lose billions of dollars each year to banking junk fees...
11 months ago

5 Ways To Find Fast Cash

If you find yourself in a financial bind, figuring out how to make cash fast can be a minefield. There are legitimate sources for quick money--but you’ll also be presented with lots of predatory offers. The obvious ways to get...
3 years ago

Navy Federal Credit Union Review 2024

Navy Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union in the U.S., serving 13.2 million members nationally and internationally. The credit union operates over 350 branch locations worldwide with a focus on serving military bases. Despite mediocre savings account rates,...