Introducing the Air Miles App

January 23rd, 2012 No comments

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Air Miles is one of the most widely used rewards program; in the recent weeks, Air Miles has announced an new program that will be launching in a couple of months, called Air Miles Cash, and a new expiry rules for the Air Miles program.

That being said, I came across a great app that avid Air Mile collectors may just want to add to their line-up, as it will ultimately make your Air Mile collecting potential increase.

The app I am talking about is none other than the Air Miles App.

Ultimately, the Air Miles App will allows users to keep track of their Air Miles, bonus offers and sponsor locations, increasing the amount of Air Miles reward miles you can earn on the go.

The Air Miles app will allows you to access your Air Miles account by signing in with your Collector number, view your Air Miles collector card, and check your Air Miles account balance.

Purchasing products from sponsors can be a huge asset to people looking to earn more Air Miles reward miles at any given point.

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1.05% APY Best money market rate with Cloverbelt Credit Union

January 17th, 2012 No comments

Cloverbelt Credit Union offers an enticing interest rate for their money market account. This money in the bank deal is tiered and has the following current interest rates:

  • $2,000 to $9,999.99       0.85% APY
  • $10,000 to $24,999.99   0.95% APY
  • $25,000 to $74,999.99   1.00% APY
  • $75,000 and above         1.05% APY

You can start earning this best money market rate when you have to maintain and deposit a minimum of $2,000 to open an account and earn the best interest rate. The credit union may charge a monthly service fee on your account is your balance fall below $2,000. The dividend rates of this best money market account is subject to change without prior notice.

This money in market deal allows you to make up to 6 transfer or withdrawals to your other account with the credit union or to a third party by means of phone transfer, automatic transfer, online, pre-authorized transfers, or check. Make sur

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Average 30-year fixed loan mortgage rate in the U.S. down to 4.15 percent

January 11th, 2012 No comments

Vittorio Hernandez – AHN News

McLean, VA, United States (AHN) – The average 30-year fixed rate loan in the U.S. went down to 4.15 percent this week from 4.32 percent, according to Freddie Mac. The mortgage giant said it is the lowest rate in more than five decades.

Average 15-year rate also dipped to 3.36 percent from 3.5 percent.

Despite the unprecedented low rates, housing demand in the U.S. continues to be weak because of high unemployment rate beyond 9 percent and tighter lending standards.

According to the report released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors, purchases of previously owned homes declined 3.5 percent to 4.67 million yearly. It

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Barclays appoints chief operating officer

December 30th, 2011 No comments

Barclays has appointed Rumi Contractor as chief operating officer, UK retail and business banking.

Mr Contractor will take up the post on 1st March, joining from HSBC where he has been global head of service delivery and chief executive officer, global resourcing, since 2008.

In his new role, he will drive customer service innovation and technology across UK retail and business banking, from product design to improvements to the branch network and customer contact centres.

According to Barclays, Mr Contractor is a recognised leader in financial services operations and technology.

Previously, he has held a number of senior positions at HSBC including chief information officer, HSBC Securities and Investment Bank, New York; chief executive officer, HSBC Software Development Centre India and chief executive officer, global technology.

 

Rate Alert – 0.8% – Capital One Direct Banking Money Market/Savings $1000

December 14th, 2011 No comments

The Savings account interest rate at Capital One Direct Banking has just changed from 0.85% APY to 0.8% APY with a minimum of $10,000 required. See the full details and rate info at Capital One Direct Banking Money Market/Savings $1000 rate. Interest Plus Online Savings Receive a 10% quarterly bonus on interest earned w/ a monthly average balance of at least $10K or use of a credit card at least once a month. Must receive e-Statements.

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Scotiabank Launches new ScotiaLife Program

December 11th, 2011 No comments

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It just came to my attention that Scotiabank recently launched of a new comprehensive

It just came to my attention that Scotiabank recently launched of a new comprehensive ScotiaLife Travel Insurance Program, which has been developed to better meet the needs of its customers.

I find this to be a fitting article because there are plenty of people who go away for the holidays, and in a couple months it will be reading week for post-secondary students, which is the season everyone goes on vacation.

Having travel insurance is important, and it is even more important you have travel insurance that suits your needs.

The new ScotiaLife Travel Insurance program offers comprehensive travel insurance plans, which will provide customers with more options than before when selecting the right coverage.

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Categories: Bank Rates Tags: New, New Scotialife

1.00% APY Best money market rate with Alco Federal Credit Union

December 4th, 2011 No comments

Alco Federal Credit Union is still pushing for their money market account which has a very competitive interest rate. This money market deal earns you an interest rate of 1.00% APY when you open an account. You will be required to make an initial deposit of $2,500 to open this best money market account. You also need to maintain this balance or more to earn this best money market rate at the same time to avoid the monthly service fee.

This money in the bank deal allows you to make up to 3 withdrawals per month after which a fee will be imposed for every transaction you make. The minimum withdrawal amount is $300. The dividend earned on this money market account is compounded and paid every quarter. Take note that the credit union may change the interest rate of this money market deal anytime without prior notice.

The credit union also provides additional perks which you can take advantage of like free online banking with bill pay, free electronic bank statement, and free telephone banking.

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