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It is believed that online banking began in 1995. It was October 6 and Presidential Savings Bank offered an alternative to the usual branch banking by offering an online access of bank services. This opened the gates for banks solely existing in the internet and allowed other physical banks to join in. Nowadays, it is rare to see huge banks that offer no online banking services as more and more people get connected to the web. There are also more and more banks that advertise on the web and there are now a huge number of web domains owned by banks. This is basically the start of the online banking history.

Today, 30 banks in the US exist only in cyberspace and their depositors grow exponentially due to the fact that they are virtually accessible 24/7 and they are hassle free. There are several types of people who avail of online banking services. There are those that see it as a toll that they can use but do not really explore what else they can do with it aside from balance checking and bills payments. For other transactions, they would rather go straight to the source. Then, there are those that are avid internet users, mostly those that make a living or spend half of their day connected to the web. These are actually so dependent on online banking that if a bank does not offer this service, they won’t even consider that bank.

It has now been a decade and three years since the birth of online banking and research shows that it is 100 more cost efficient for banks to run on cyberspace than to have the actual teller to process transactions. However, a pit fall here is that not all Americans are ready for this sort of thing. Some would rather have a face to face interaction with tellers as trust is till a big issue, especially when it comes to money (although online banking virtually destroys human error). Also, research indicate that although phone banking is slowly losing popularity, it is still the number one go-to when clients are at a lost.

Online banking history is still in the making. More and more advances are being made each day on this field and with that being said, let us expect more on internet banking.

by Julian Davidson

PROTECT YOUR PASSWORD: Your password is the key that opens the gate to your online bank account. As such, crooks would love to know this vital piece of information. To prevent this, make sure your password is not too personal. Avoid using your birthday, phone number, or social security number in your password. Craft a password that is a combination of impersonal letters and numbers. The longer, the better. It is also recommended that you change your password every few months or so.

BEWARE OF SUSPICIOUS EMAILS: Those wanting to steal personal information online often resort to what is called “phishing”. In this practice, criminals may send emails asking for credit card info, PINs (personal identification numbers), or passwords. Crooks in the online banking world often send emails that seem to be from legitimate financial institutions. These emails can appear to be convincing because they contain the logo of a real online bank. However, these emails often contain a link that leads you to a fake site designed to lure you into compromising personal information.

These suspicious emails can be easily recognized because they will usually fail to address you correctly, they contain many grammatical errors and they have links to suspicious or unfamiliar domains. If an email is questionable, it is always safe to check with your financial institution. Legitimate emails from your online bank will typically follow the same standards each time. They will usually address you by your proper name and will never ask you for your password, PIN, or credit card information. A legitimate online bank will usually notify you of its security standards on their official site. If all else fails, then call customer service to get clarity on your bank’s security policies.

USE ANTI-VIRUS AND FIREWALL PROTECTION: When it comes to online banking, anti-virus software and firewall protection can prove to be invaluable. Be sure to get the best protection your money can buy. High prices don’t always guarantee the best quality. Shop around and consult computer experts or PC magazines to find the highest rated products. Anti-virus and firewall protection keeps your computer safe from viruses that can steal space on your computer’s hard drive or rob personal information from you.

COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR FINANCIAL INSTITUTION: Never hesitate to get help from your financial institution if you think you may have accidentally submitted your personal information to a fraudulent website. As a matter of fact, contact them quickly if this ever occurs. Also, be sure your bank has your current mailing address and phone number(s). If they wish to contact you with sensitive information, then they will likely make a phone call and/or send you something in the mail concerning the matter.

Online banking can be both a convenient and safe way to manage your finances. However, just as with anything else, the necessary precautions have to be taken in order to ensure the safest experience possible.

by Michael Russell

It is sad that you now have to protect yourself against snooping from your own bank! But that’s reality now. Even in Switzerland.

The way to go about this is that you use a legal entity, like an Offshore Trust, a Private Interest Foundation, or an International Business Corporation (IBC) in-between yourself and the bank. You make this legal entity the owner of your assets, and then you do the banking through the entity, so that your name is not disclosed to the bank.

Why would you do this? In the US, you stand a one in four chance of being sued by a frivolous litigator if your net wealth exceeds only 100,000 dollars. Using a legal entity in a foreign country, like an offshore Trust, will allow you the security of asset protection, by leaving no link between your name and the assets held by the Trust. Similarly, holding a brokerage account under an IBC’s name ensures complete confidentiality and privacy while trading. Your account will be treated as a foreign company as long as you do not open an office or conduct any business in your home country through the IBC.

A serious additional advantage is that a large number of countries will allow you, as a foreigner, to work through a legal entity established in their jurisdiction, and to conduct business on a basis of a freedom granted by law to not report any financial information, thus paying no income taxes.

The problem is that your government might not want you to take advantage of that tax freedom. And if you are a US or UK citizen, this is definitely the case.

You might wonder, with good right, what business your government has controlling your activities outside its jurisdiction! You are not a government slave – or are you?

Well, if you have not learned what it takes to NOT be it, then you ARE…

The sad news is that a lot of people think of this as something they now just have to hide from the government’s eyes. They think they can do that by finding a country that is willing to offer them the secrecy they require.

But that does not help when that same country later on get a visit from the US president, and its banks a couple of weeks later are forced to send out a letter to their foreign clients stating that their accounts are frozen, until they provide acceptable ID proof for themselves.

by Eliasen M

To become successful in the banking interview process, you need to be well prepared to face the different sets of banking interview questions. Banking interview questions also starts with some general questions about the candidate such as his/her family background, education, and interests. The second and third set of banking interview questions will be meant to know the candidate’s work experience, nature, capacity, ideology, and ability to solve problems. Answering to the fist set of banking interview questions related to your family, qualification, or future planning will be quite easy.

Let us discuss some of the common but very effective banking interview questions.

The interviewer may typically begin with ‘tell me about yourself”. It is a common opener which is meant to set the ball rolling for the next few minutes ahead. Even though this is the common question which will be asked in most of the interviews you can score brownie points by answering the question a bit differently, but at the same time not deviating much from the context.

Other commonly asked banking interview questions include:

General Questions

Why did you choose banking as your profession?
Do you have any previous experience?
Why you left your previous job?
Why do you want to work for us?
How long will you stay with us?
Where you see yourself in another five years?

Finance related banking interview questions

If you could buy one stock today, what would it be and why?
Can you explain the effect of rising interest rates on the United States economy?
What are the main issues ABC Company has to face before entering a given industry (Porter framework)?
Explain the techniques you use to value firms?
What do you mean by cost of capital?
When do you use a WACC versus a cost of equity?

Behavioral Questions

Do you think you have leadership quality? Can you explain when did you show leadership?
Have you think you can perform well in a group?
What is your most noted accomplishment?
What are your positive traits or strengths?
What are your negative traits or weaknesses?
What you can do for the company others people can’t?
Explain an example when you had a personal conflict and how you resolved it?
Tell a time when you had an ethical dilemma and how you resolved it.
What type of person do you find difficult to get along with?

The above mentioned are some of the common questions that are used by most of the banking interviewers. Remember that for a banking job interviewer, there cannot be a dearth for questions. So be well prepared before attending the interview and answer all questions in a positive way. Remember if you have the material they are looking for, you’ll get it.

by Sonali Sen

Internet banking works much like traditional banking. The primary difference is you are accessing your account and information, making payments and reconciling statements using your computer rather than paper or the phone to complete transactions. Instead of going down to your local branch office when you bank online you can accomplish multiple tasks at once with the click of a button.

Online banking is rapidly becoming more and more popular as consumers recognize the advantages online banking has to offer. For one most banks charge fewer fees if you take advantage of their online banking services. You can also stop receiving paper statements if you like in many cases and conduct 95% of your business over the Web when you take advantage of Internet banking.

What Internet Banks Do

What to Internet Banks do? The same things traditional banks do. They hold onto our money and lend it out to others respectively. The manage loans and help us keep track of our finances. Chances are if you own a bank account at a traditional bank they offer some type of Internet banking or online services. The next time you stop into your branch office you should ask them about online banking. You may find once you start you have no desire to go back to traditional banking.

For those that have a hard time keeping track of paper statements, Internet banking is a life saver. Internet banking is also advantageous for frequent travelers that need to keep a close eye on their finances from abroad.

Article by Frank Owen

Let’s begin with the advantages of online banking.

First, online banking is convenient. It allows you to perform transactions, pay bills and check balances 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The bank virtually never closes because it is as accessible as your PC or laptop computer. No matter where you are in the country or in the world, you can visit your online bank and handle money matters. You can even schedule to pay several payees ahead of time rather than keeping up with paper bills or trying to remember when to visit a payee’s web site to make an online payment. Your bank will automatically send the payments on your behalf in the amounts and on the dates you specify.

Second, online banking is fast, efficient and effective. Through the internet, transactions are typically performed and executed at a faster rate than ATM’s. In addition, online banks give you the ability to handle several bank accounts (checking, savings, CDs, IRAs, etc.) from one site. The majority of banking sites are also compatible with programs like Quicken and Microsoft Money, so as to allow for more effective management of assets.

Just as with anything else, there are disadvantages to online banking.

The main issue for most people is that of trust. They may wonder if their transaction went through successfully or if they clicked on the correct button. The best way to overcome this uneasiness is to make a habit of printing the transaction receipt. Keep this receipt until your bank statement or online account view confirms that you have successfully executed the transaction.

Online banking sites can also take a while to start up and can be difficult to learn at first. Some banks require customers to provide some form of photo identification in addition to signing a form at one of their branches. Spouses may also have to sign a power of attorney if you both plan to access and handle your accounts together online. In addition to all of this, it may take a while to learn how to use your banking site. Most if not all banks will offer an online banking tutorial. Some even offer live customer support for online banking via chat, email, or phone.

Clearly, online banking has both advantages and disadvantages. It simplifies life for some people and for them it is frankly a better way to bank. For others it may be a little more complex and downright intimidating. In light of these two perceptions, more and more banks are offering online banking as a viable option for their customers.

by Michael Russell

Start by going to the bank’s website. There, you can get the information the bank gives you about their banking credentials. The bank’s official name should be listed. There may be articles describing the history of the bank, including their internet banking history.

There should be an address where the headquarters can be found. There will be a base of operations somewhere, even if it is a virtual bank internet banking operation. If they are on the up-and-up, they will not be hesitant to tell you about their FDIC coverage.

It is easy to check a bank’s FDIC insurance. If you see the words “FDIC Insured” or “Member FDIC” or the FDIC logo, you might be on the right track. However, it is wise to go a step further. Go to the source to find out if the internet banking company is really affiliated with the federal insurer.

The FDIC has its own data base that includes all of the banking institutions, including internet banking companies that are covered by FDIC insurance. Just go to their “Bank Find” site to find out if your bank is one of them. You can start your search with the name of the bank or its address.

If your internet banking company is on that list, the FDIC will provide you with a whole list of helpful information. You will learn when the bank became insured, and the number on its insurance certificate. You will find out the location(s) of your bank and its official name. You will find out what government entity regulates that bank.

If your internet banking company does not appear on the list, it is time to go directly to the FDIC. They will be concerned with the legitimacy and safety of that bank. It is probably not wise to put your money in an uninsured bank. At that point, it is better to look for another internet banking operation.

Once you do sign up with an online bank, be cautious about how you use their internet banking website. Some unscrupulous people will use the internet to get your banking information. They will do this when you log onto your bank’s website.

The trick these dishonest people use is to set up a website that looks like your bank’s website. They have a URL that is very similar to your bank’s URL. Then, they sit back and wait for you or others to make a mistake typing in your bank’s URL that will get you to them.

From there, the fraudster will track all the information you type into the opening page. They will be able to get your user name, your password, and any other information you type. The best way to make sure you are dealing with your legitimate bank is by being very careful when typing in their site address.

If you are to trust your internet banking company, you must take precautions to assure yourself that it is a respectable business. Once you do that, you can bank with ease.

by Terry Detty

Cord blood stem cell collection is a necessary act, but not routine in delivery rooms. Expectant parents are recommended to plan for cord blood donation early since nearly 50% of the vaginal child deliveries take place before the scheduled date. In such cases, even the most enthusiast parents seem to lose the opportunity to preserve their child’s umbilical cord cells that contain life saving potential for their newborn baby or other members of families. Therefore, plan and contact an umbilical cord blood bank for storing the miraculous stem cells. It is suggested that the interested parents do some research themselves about the various options available for preserving their baby’s stem cells in a cord blood bank.

When To Contact A Cord Blood Bank

Medical practitioners advise yet-to-be parents to plan for cord blood stem cell banking as early as the fourth month of the pregnancy. Most of the parents decide to bank cord blood cells if they have a family history of a particular disease that is treatable by bone marrow transplant or have a family member who is ailing with one of the disease that suggest bone marrow transplant treatment. The mother has to undergo special medical tests to ensure that she is eligible for the donation. In addition, she has to sign a consent form.

Cord Blood Stem Cells – Why?

Though bone marrow transplants have been successful in a number of diseases, rare availability of stem cells leave patients yearning for the cells for a prolonged period of time. One of the major reasons why parents, today opt for cord blood preservation, is that if the need arises, the patient does not have to wait for a matching donor. This is more true for the patients who belong to an ethic minority group. With approvals granted by FDA two decades ago, cord blood cell industry is booming with huge developments of public and private banks. Families, who have not stored their own babies’ stem cells in a private cord blood bank, still are likely to find a genetically matched stem cell sample from a public cord blood bank. Besides, research has proved that umbilical cord stem cells are more versatile compared to the ones extracted from bone marrow.

Costs Of Banking Cord Blood Stem Cells

There are different types of cord blood banks. There are public banks and also private banks which are classified as non-profit private banks and profit oriented banks respectively. The payment schemes devised by the cord blood banks vary. Usually, cord blood stem cell banking comes with a payment package that sum up fees for enrollment information, collection kits, courier charges, banks laboratory, sample typing, processing, storing and maintenance of the cord blood units.

Private banks charge nearly $1,500 to $2,000 to make the samples available to the families to counter illnesses that require re-growth of the cells. Some banks do not charge until and unless the donated samples are tested and proved to be worth of being stored. The charges are relatively less if you decide to donate the umbilical cord blood for research purposes. If the umbilical cord blood storage is provided for 15 to 20 years of period, several banks offer pre-paying plan that entails a one-time payment with discounts, which are more economical than annual payment schemes. Cord blood banks also entertain credit card payments. Non-profit cord blood banks offer free cord blood banking programs. Though economical payment plans are alluring, however, it is the efficiency of the banks that should be taken into account before choosing a bank for cord blood stem cell banking.

by Saurabh K Jain