Terry Dyer+FollowWhy is opening a bank account harder than breaking into Fort Knox?Decided to switch banks—easy, right? Not anymore. Signed up online with MetroBank, immediately get flagged by their AI fraud prevention. Says “additional identity verification required.” So I upload my driver’s license, selfie, utility bill. The bot instantly rejects it: “The quality of your document does not meet our standards.” I literally used a $1,200 iPhone camera in bright daylight. Tried again, same thing. Now my account is frozen in setup hell. Anyone else get treated like a criminal just for trying to store their own money? #BankingTips #FinancialStress #AI #TechTalk 70Share
Christina Davis+FollowWells Fargo Branches Keep Disappearing—Why?Heads up if you bank with Wells Fargo in NC: more branches are closing this summer, including spots in Dallas and Concord. The bank says it’s all about following where people actually go—think less waiting in line, more tapping on your phone. If your local branch is closing, you’ll be rerouted to one nearby, and the ATMs will stick around. Pro tip: now’s a good time to get comfy with mobile banking if you haven’t already! #Business #BankingTips #MoneyMoves10Share
Diane Carter+FollowWhy Your Bank Balance Lies to YouEver checked your bank app and thought, "Hey, I’m richer than I thought!"? Don’t fall for it. That number doesn’t always tell the full story—pending charges, surprise auto-payments, and even tech glitches can throw your balance off. A lot of folks have been burned by overdraft fees or missed bills because they trusted the app. Pro tip: always keep your own running tally, especially if you’re living close to the edge. Your wallet will thank you! #MoneyHacks #PersonalFinance #BankingTips #Business #MakeMoney10Share
Edward Wallace+FollowBank Branches Are Ghosting Us—Here’s WhyHeads up if you bank with BofA—19 branches are closing for good in 2025, and it’s not just them. Big banks everywhere are shutting down local spots, especially in places like California and Florida. Why? More folks are banking from their phones, so banks are ditching pricey buildings. If you love in-person service, now’s the time to get comfy with your bank’s app or find a new go-to spot before your branch disappears! #BankingTips #MoneyHacks #DigitalBanking #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup10Share
Arthur Booker+FollowWhere Your Bank Stashes Your CashDid you know your bank might be using your savings to back fossil fuel projects? A new report shows Aussie banks poured billions into coal, oil, and gas last year—even though many promised to go green. The good news: most banks are steering clear, and the big four are slowly cutting back. If you want your money to help the planet, consider switching to a bank that puts its cash where its climate promises are! #MoneyMatters #EcoFriendly #BankingTips #Business00Share
Tristan Richards+FollowBank Branches Closed for Juneteenth? Plan Ahead!Heads up: All Wells Fargo and Chase branches (plus most other banks) will be closed for Juneteenth on June 19th. So if you need to cash a check or talk to a teller, get it done before the holiday! Online banking and ATMs will still work, but in-person help is off the table for the day. Pro tip: This closure is part of a growing trend—more businesses are taking Juneteenth seriously, so expect more places to be closed. Mark your calendar and avoid last-minute banking stress! #Juneteenth #BankingTips #MoneyHacks #Business123Share
Tristan Richards+FollowBank Branches Closed for Juneteenth? Plan Ahead!Heads up: All Wells Fargo and Chase branches (plus most other banks) will be closed for Juneteenth on June 19th. So if you need to cash a check or talk to a teller, get it done before the holiday! Online banking and ATMs will still work, but in-person help is off the table for the day. Pro tip: This closure is part of a growing trend—more businesses are taking Juneteenth seriously, so expect more places to be closed. Mark your calendar and avoid last-minute banking stress! #Juneteenth #BankingTips #MoneyHacks62Share
gordonangela+FollowBanks Closed for Juneteenth? Plan Ahead!Heads up: All Bank of America and Chase branches will be closed for Juneteenth on June 19, so if you need to cash a check or get some banking done, make sure to do it before or after the holiday. This isn’t just a bank thing—government offices and even trash pickup might be on pause, too. But good news: places like Walmart and Costco will still be open for your last-minute shopping runs. Pro tip: double-check your bank’s contact info online to avoid scams! #Juneteenth #BankingTips #MoneyHacks #Business30174Share
James Cook+FollowDid You Miss Out on Bank Interest?Heads up: If you had a Capital One 360 Savings account since late 2019, you might be in for a payout. The bank is shelling out $425 million after customers said they missed out on higher interest rates that new accounts were getting. Basically, if you stuck with your old savings account, you probably earned less than you could have. Always check if your bank has a new, better deal—loyalty doesn’t always pay! #MoneyHacks #BankingTips #CapitalOne #Savings #PersonalFinance #Finance10Share
Willie Morales+FollowBank Froze My $30k IRS Check?!Imagine finally getting a $30,000 IRS check, only to have your bank freeze your account for months. That’s what happened to Kristine, who just wanted to pay off pandemic bills and enjoy retirement. The bank says it’s double-checking the check, but Kristine’s left in limbo. Heads up: If you’re expecting a big deposit, be ready for extra hoops—banks are super cautious these days. Always use official contacts if you need to follow up, and don’t fall for scam calls! #MoneyMatters #BankingTips #IRS #LifeHacks #ConsumerAlert #Finance20Share