The United States of America is a relative newcomer on the world stage. The same goes for our institutions, especially those of a financial nature. The oldest continuously operated bank in the world is the Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, located in Italy. Founded in 1472, the bank is more than twice as old as the […]
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The news cycle over the last few months has not been kind to checks. First came the news that check fraud is on the rise. Then Target joined several other major retailers in announcing it would no longer accept checks at nearly 2,000 American stores. Meanwhile, according to data collected by The Washington Post, less
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By all accounts, the United States has more banks and credit unions than any other nation on Earth. From major urban centers to rural hamlets, 335 million Americans enjoy a range of options when shopping for car loans or personal checks. But does diversity in the banking industry really translate to equal competition or market
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From coast to coast, in towering cities and rural hamlets, people are waiting for the last week of August. They’re cleaning grills, dusting foam fingers, and airing out collapsible chairs. Even as we soak up every beam of summer sun, we anticipate the familiar sights, sounds, and aromas of college football. Far and away, football
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Throughout the nation, in big towns and small, credit unions provide vital financial services. Distinct from banks, credit unions operate as non-profits with each member serving as a part owner. In that sense, credit unions embody the best of both democratic ideals and the spirit of enterprise in American finance. At Main Street, we take
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Though other forms of payment have been on the rise, checks are still as relevant as ever. Like checks, banks and credit unions remain vital, trusted parts of our financial and everyday lives. But where you get your checks from can have an outsized impact on your data security, your check quality, and even your
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