(image source: TIAA Bank) It's no secret that people are looking for easier ways to bank. And, the reality is that you don't even have to live in the same state as your bank in order to do business with them. One of the most unique competitors in the market today is TIAA Bank of Jacksonville, Florida. TIAA has customers all over the United States, offers one of the largest … [Read more...] about TIAA Bank – Review
Comprehensive Bank Reviews: Value and Features
The Bank Professor constantly reviews financial institutions of all shapes and sizes. This category specifically focuses on traditional banks and credit unions.
Our goal is to give a comprehensive review of each bank including:
- State availability
- Account fees
- Account benefits
- Disadvantages we discover
- Competing offers from other banks
- Status of FDIC membership
- How to open an account
- How to access the account online
- Links to related mobile banking apps
- Bank History
Aspiration Bank – Review
(image source: Aspiration Bank) Banking online is becoming more and more popular these days. Consumers are out to find the best products that can give them the highest returns on their investments. And, if you're like most consumers you'll find that some banks out there are really aiming to please, while others are stuck in their "old" ways of doing things. That said, if … [Read more...] about Aspiration Bank – Review
First Foundation Bank – Review – Current Offers
(image source: First Foundation Bank) First Foundation Bank : Overview It wasn't long ago that banking could only be done by visiting physical branches or using an ATM. But in today's fast-paced world, consumers want helpful, dedicated banking support, higher than average returns on their investments, and the option to bank online as well as in person. Like most … [Read more...] about First Foundation Bank – Review – Current Offers
SunTrust Bank – Account Review
Image Source: SunTrust.com SunTrust Bank is one of the most coveted names in banking if you live in the Southeastern United States. Offering plenty of products and services that make banking as easy as possible for it's customers, SunTrust currently operates 1,218 physical branches and over 2,000 ATMs within 11 states and Washington D.C. If you are looking to make the … [Read more...] about SunTrust Bank – Account Review
Regions Bank – Account Review
Source: Regions Bank Live in the South or Midwest? If so, you've probably already heard of Regions Bank. It was founded back in 1971 as First Alabama Bancshares. Since then, Regions has become one of the largest banks in the lower east quadrant of the United States, and currently operates approximately 1,952 automated teller machines and 1,454 branches. Furthermore, … [Read more...] about Regions Bank – Account Review
Bank of America Child Savings Account – Review
(image source; bankofamerica.com) Thinking about opening a Bank of America Child Savings Account? Before my children were born (around the time of my baby shower), I began to wonder what I should do with all of the monetary gifts that I had received on behalf of my children. Should I put them into a secondary savings account under my name until they were old enough? Or, … [Read more...] about Bank of America Child Savings Account – Review
Wells Fargo – Way2Save Savings Account – Review
(image source; WellsFargo.com) Do you have trouble saving money? Are you looking for a safe and secure starter account for you or for your kids? For those of you who may already have a Wells Fargo checking account, or are looking to make the switch - adding Way2Save savings to your account portfolio may be a good way for you to stash away anything extra and learn how … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo – Way2Save Savings Account – Review
Chase Savings Accounts – Review
(image source; chase.com) JPMorgan Chase is one of the largest banks in the country, and to keep up with its competitors, usually offer great perks for new account holders. So, if you're shopping around for a new savings account (or even a new banking experience all together), Chase Bank is a trusted name in the industry that may be worth looking into for your banking … [Read more...] about Chase Savings Accounts – Review