Jamie's Articles

• How Much Should You Save for a Down Payment on a House?

  Here's how much you should have to put down before filling out those mortgage applications.

• Financial Literacy: The Key Components You Need To Know

  If managing your money and paying your bills makes you feel anxious and overwhelmed, you’re not alone. According to a survey conducted by Capital One, 77% of Americans feel stressed about their personal finances. Of those surveyed, 58% feel that their finances control their lives, and 68% aren’t sure they’ll have enough money to eventually...

• How Are Savings Accounts Taxed?

  In addition to investing and saving for retirement, it’s a good idea to have three to six months’ worth of expenses set aside in a high-interest savings account. This money will be easily accessible if you run into a financial emergency, and it can give you added peace of mind. Even with a high-interest savings...

• How To Make Money on Twitch in 2021: 7 Ways

  If you’re an avid gamer, then you’re probably already familiar with the popular streaming channel Twitch. Twitch is one of the best ways to turn your love of gaming into an income, whether it’s as a side hustle or you want to make it your full-time job. You may not earn millions of dollars, like...

• How To Make Money on TikTok: 7 Effective Ways

  TikTok is currently one of the fastest-growing social media networks in the world. And recent reports estimate that the company will surpass 1.2 billion active monthly users in 2021. This kind of rapid growth means that there are plenty of opportunities to build a following on the platform. And once you’ve made a name for...

• How To Make Money as a Kid in 2021: 12 Ways To Start

  According to the U.S. Department of Labor, kids can’t legally take on their first job until they’re 14-years-old. But that doesn’t mean your child can’t stay finding ways to make money before then. Thanks to the internet, there are more opportunities for kids to make money in 2021 than ever before. Gone are the days when...

• TCF Bank Review: Low Fees and Flexible Banking Options

  About TCF Bank TCF Bank is owned by TCF Financial Corp., which merged with Chemical Financial Corp. in 2019 to form the current company. It is headquartered in Detroit and trades on the Nasdaq under the symbol TCF. The bank has 475 branch locations. Most are located in Michigan, Illinois and Minnesota, though TCF also...

• State Farm Bank Review: A Flexible Online Bank With Low Fees

  A good place to start this State Farm Bank review is by looking at some of the things it does well and some of the things it could improve on. Here’s a quick rundown: About State Farm Bank State Farm was founded in 1922 when retired farmer and insurance salesman G.J. Mecherle sold his first...

• Bank of Oklahoma Review: Strong Mobile Banking Experience

  As you evaluate banks before opening an account, it’s worth weighing the benefits and the disadvantages. About Bank of Oklahoma Bank of Oklahoma is part of BOK Financial, and is a top 30 U.S.-based bank in terms of assets. The bank was founded in 1910 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as a regional bank to serve the...

• Texas Capital Bank Review: Lots of Banking Options and Low Monthly Fees

  To get a better idea if Texas Capital Bank is the right place for you to bank, here are some pros and cons to consider. About Texas Capital Bank Texas Capital Bank was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Dallas. The bank has branch locations in the five largest cities in Texas and one...