Brett Arends highlights new technology that allows consumers to do everything they've always done, but cheaper.
Tuesday May 12, 2009
If you have credit problems or run up overdrafts most banks will not let you open a regular checking account. But you can still count on opening a second chance account.
What to ask or confirm to be sure you’re choosing the best online payment service.
Most OPS accounts are free to consumers.
Wednesday Jan 14, 2009
Brett Arends highlights new technology that allows consumers to do everything they've always done, but cheaper.
Thursday Nov 20, 2008
Mary Pilon looks into three all purpose online bill-paying services. They might make it easier to pay your bills on time, but they don't make paying them less painful.
Wednesday Aug 6, 2008
Trying to figure out how to minimize your utility bills? It's a lot easier than you think, plus you'll save big time! Just check out this article and start saving today...
Sunday Jun 15, 2008
Rising food prices can make shopping normally difficult. Here are four ways to reduce your food bill.
Thursday Mar 6, 2008
Feeling the pinch of inflation? MarketWatch columnist Jennifer Openshaw suggests five easy tips that can save $1,000 each.
If you shop frequently online, an OPS is a wise way to pay, especially if you buy from unfamiliar sellers or worry about the risk of identity fraud.
Click to buy online and you’ll be asked how you want to pay—with credit or debit card, or an online payment service (OPS).
| Type | Today | Week Ago |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Year Fixed | 4.62%  |
4.67% |
| 30 Year Fixed | 5.15% | 5.15% |
| 1 Year ARM | 3.48% |
3.51% |
| 5/1 Year ARM | 3.62% |
3.68% |
| Type | Today | Week Ago |
|---|---|---|
| Line of Credit | 4.89%  |
4.88% |
| 10 Year Loan | 7.47% | 7.47% |
| 15 Year Loan | 7.61% |
7.60% |
| Type | Today | Week Ago |
|---|---|---|
| Interest Checking | 0.28% | 0.28% |
| Money Market/Savings | 0.38% | 0.38% |
| 12 Month CD | 1.13%  |
1.15% |
| 60 Month IRA CD | 2.40% |
2.41% |
| Type | Today | Week Ago |
|---|---|---|
| Cash Back Cards | 12.66% |
12.68% |
| No Annual Fee Cards | 12.08% |
11.97% |
| Reward Cards | 12.75% |
12.61% |
| Small Business Cards | 11.01% |
10.94% |
| Student Cards | 13.77% |
13.49% |
| Platinum Cards | 12.26% |
12.11% |
