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Credit Union Vs. A Big Bank

Creature comforts like smartphone bank deposits are nice, but how much are they costing you? Your statement might not show the costs directly, but there’s an old adage about situations like this: If you’re not paying for a service, you’re not the customer. You’re the product. In this case, corporate banks use slick technological bells…

Q: I’m thinking of switching my checking account to a credit union. How is it different than using a big bank? A: You’re not alone. Many Americans are dissatisfied with their banks. And many of them, like you, are looking to make a switch. In fact, a Gallup poll found that as many as 74%…