http://pressroom.prlog.org/gobankingrates/Go Banking Rates Latest Press Releases http://www.prlog.org/12063783-virginia-savings-account-and-cd-rates-higher-than-national-banking-rate-averages.htmlInterest rate aggregating website www.GoBankingRates.com recently performed a study of Virginia savings account and CD rates, comparing the state's interest rates to the national averages, finding that on average, Virginia rates are higher.Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12063745-north-carolina-ranks-third-in-nation-for-highest-6-month-cd-rates-and-savings-account-rates.htmlGoBankingRates.com’s recent installment of its “Best Interest Rates in Every State” series investigates how North Carolina interest rates are fairing compared to the national average, finding that North Carolina rates beat the national average.Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12057942-2013-golden-globe-nominee-sofia-vergara-elected-as-best-celebrity-saver-by-gobankingratescom.htmlBefore the Golden Globes take place this evening, www.GoBankingRates.com, examines the list of high-profile nominees to identify the celebrity who sets the best example for viewers when it comes to saving and selects Modern Family's Sofia Vergara.Mon, 14 Jan 2013 18:10:27 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12057945-consumer-report-benefits-and-pitfalls-of-buying-foreclosed-home-gobankingratescom-examination.htmlHomeownership has never been more affordable, especially when it comes to buying a foreclosed home. www.GoBankingRates.com explicates the pros and cons of buying a home in foreclosure as well as the intricacies of the foreclosure process.Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12057944-gobankingratescom-announces-the-top-10-personal-finance-experts-to-follow-on-twitter.htmlAs part of their ‘New Year’ series, Go Banking Rates announces the top 10 Personal Finance Experts to follow on Twitter, including Suze Orman, Dave Ramsey, Paul Krugman and seven other experts.Sat, 12 Jan 2013 13:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12057249-go-banking-rates-investigates-what-2013-academy-awards-nominee-daniel-day-lewis-oscars-are-worth.htmlWith the 2013 Academy Awards nominations out, including Daniel Day-Lewis’ nom for Best Actor, finance website www.GoBankingRates.com explores the monetary and intangible values of an Oscar statue, to expose the true ‘worth’ of an Oscar.Fri, 11 Jan 2013 12:20:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12056287-georgia-savings-account-rates-rank-15th-in-the-country-according-to-gobankingratescom-report.htmlNew www.GoBankingRates.com report investigates interest rates in Georgia and finds that while the state ranks 15th overall for savings account rates, they fall below the national average for 6-month and 2-year CD rates.Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:42:35 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12054835-interest-rates-in-michigan-surpass-national-deposit-rate-averages-according-to-gobankingratescom.htmlGoBankingRates.com releases its latest “Best Interest Rates in Every State” report, a series that investigates state interest rates. This weeks’ report investigates rates in Michigan, where findings reveal that rates are highly competitive.Tue, 08 Jan 2013 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12052145-study-best-bank-interest-rates-on-savings-and-cd-accounts-revealed-by-go-banking-rates.htmlwww.GoBankingRates.com evaluates its database of over 4,000 banks and credit unions in the U.S. to find the financial institutions offering the best bank interest rates on savings accounts and certificates of deposit in its 2012 yearend rates study.Thu, 03 Jan 2013 10:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12049417-best-interest-rates-in-ohio-go-banking-rates-study-finds-ohio-interest-rates-top-national-averages.htmlIn the latest edition of their “Best Interest Rates in Every State” series, www.GoBankingRates.com, gathers and analyzes data on deposit rates in Ohio to investigate how locally-offered CD and savings accounts compare to national averages.Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:10:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12047917-how-to-save-money-on-electricity-heating-bills-5-energy-saving-tips-from-gobankingratescom-study.htmlLeading savings resource, www.GoBankingRates.com, interviews top national energy experts and investigates how to save money on electricity during winter months. They discover five tips to lower homes’ energy costs without sacrificing comfort.Wed, 26 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12048034-10-best-return-policies-from-kohls-target-costco-more-as-found-in-report-by-go-banking-rates.htmlInvestigating the most customer-friendly retail return policies, leading personal finance expert, Casey Bond of GoBankingRate.com, finds 10 retailers that make it easy to return unwanted Christmas gifts with their best return policies.Tue, 25 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12048556-walgreens-starbucks-cvs-among-stores-open-on-christmas-day-according-to-gobankingratescom-study.htmlTop finance resource, Go Banking Rates, is helping consumers find the stores open on Christmas day in their survey of retailers and restaurants, so last-minute gifts, dinner ingredients, and other purchases can be made with ease on December 25, 2012.Mon, 24 Dec 2012 09:10:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12048028-marijuana-stocks-risky-investment-for-novice-investors-according-to-gobankingratescom-report.htmlGo Banking Rates investigates current over-the-counter marijuana stocks to evaluate whether it’s a smart investment move and uncovers a stock option ideal for risk-takers.Sun, 23 Dec 2012 09:10:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12048022-doomsday-2012-didnt-happen-but-doomsday-preppers-offer-5-tips-for-saving-money-in-interview.htmlAs the hype over Doomsday 2012 subsides, leading personal finance site GoBankingRates.com investigates whether there are any lessons to be learned from the doomsday preppers who gained notoriety in the weeks leading up to 12/21/12.Sat, 22 Dec 2012 09:10:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12047298-how-to-save-money-on-live-christmas-trees-4-savings-tips-from-gobankingratescom-report.htmlLeading personal finance resource, GoBankingRates.com, investigates the cost of live Christmas trees, and discovers four ways holiday shoppers can save on their purchase of a real tree for their home this season.Fri, 21 Dec 2012 08:55:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12046477-5-success-tips-for-dave-ramseys-debt-snowball-method-by-personal-finance-expert-jennifer-calonia.htmlGo Banking Rates’ Jennifer Calonia reveals five tips in her latest newsletter installment of “Breaking Up with Debt” that keeps debtors using the debt snowball approach on the path to paying down their debt.Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12045839-booking-last-minute-flights-this-christmas-saving-money-report-from-gobankingratescom.htmlJennifer Calonia, www.GoBankingRates.com Savings Expert, investigates the various ways travelers can save on last minute travel this holiday season, and uncovers seven strategic tips that dramatically reduce expenses on airfare this Christmas.Wed, 19 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12044905-consumer-report-go-banking-rates-savings-expert-finds-ipad-mini-preferred-over-generic-tablets.htmlJennifer Calonia of Go Banking Rates investigates the pros and cons of buying generic tablets as money-saving alternatives to the latest iPad Mini, and uncovers the potential disadvantages consumers face when sacrificing quality for savings.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12043611-go-banking-rates-investigates-the-top-10-searched-questions-about-finance-on-google.htmlUsing Google's autocomplete tool, www.GoBankingRates.com uncovers the top 10 strangest questions about finance frequently asked by users and shares them with readers who may have believed they were the only ones to wonder the same things.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12043609-personal-finance-guru-dave-ramsey-leads-in-go-banking-rates-12-days-of-finance-poll.htmlGo Banking Rates holds its second annual “12 Days of Finance” competition for the most popular personal finance expert of 2012, and officially announces radio personality and motivational speaker, Dave Ramsey, into the running.Sun, 16 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12043603-go-banking-rates-editor-explains-why-big-banks-like-chase-arent-bad-choice-for-some-in-recent-op-ed.htmlIn her recent op-ed piece, Casey Bond, managing editor for top personal finance site www.GoBankingRates.com, explains why despite the many benefits of banking local, big banks like Chase aren't necessarily a bad choice for some consumers either.Sat, 15 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12042817-5-free-shipping-secrets-to-save-money-on-holiday-gift-purchases-from-amazon-other-major-retailers.htmlIn her latest report, frugal shopping expert, Jennifer Calonia of Go Banking Rates investigates how holiday shoppers can avoid shipping fees entirely on online gift purchases from retailers like Amazon and Walmart.Fri, 14 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12042127-pennsylvania-cd-rates-fall-short-in-go-banking-rates-best-interest-rates-in-every-state-report.htmlInterest rate aggregating website, Go Banking Rates, evaluates local bank and credit union rates in the state of Pennsylvania in its latest “Best Interest Rates in Every State” study.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 07:55:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12041342-4-apps-including-redlaser-and-retailmenot-coupons-that-save-consumers-hundreds-on-christmas-gifts.htmlIn her latest savings strategy report, Jennifer Calonia, Go Banking Rates savings expert, investigates ways to keep consumers from wasting money at retail checkout stands this holiday season.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 08:50:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12040358-go-banking-rates-jennifer-calonia-uncovers-fountain-of-youth-with-five-surprising-spending-habits.htmlGo Banking Rates personal finance expert, Jennifer Calonia, reveals that spending money in five specific circumstances may be the key to living longer, in her latest investigation.Tue, 11 Dec 2012 08:50:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12038949-go-banking-rates-managing-editor-launches-first-post-in-personal-finance-column-cents-in-the-city.htmlCasey Bond, personal finance expert for leading personal finance site www.GoBankingRates.com, releases first installment of 'Cents in the City,' a personal finance column and newsletter that addresses financial challenges faced by young adults today.Sat, 08 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12038892-go-banking-rates-investigation-uncovers-heisman-debt-curse-looms-over-johnny-manziel.htmlGo Banking Rates evaluates whether the combination of ego and sudden wealth will lead Heisman hopeful Johnny Manziel down the same path to debt and financial troubles as Heisman-linked NFL players like Vince Young and O.J. Simpson.Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:19:16 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12037486-go-banking-rates-jennifer-calonia-reveals-secrets-for-achieving-dave-ramseys-first-baby-step.htmlIn her latest installment of the Breaking Up with Debt series, Go Banking Rates personal finance expert, Jennifer Calonia, shares her personal savings strategies to help those in debt successfully overcome the first step of Dave Ramsey’s debt plan.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12036743-david-bach-competes-to-steal-1st-place-from-robert-kiyosaki-in-personal-finance-expert-poll.htmlAs www.GoBankingRates.com launches its 2nd annual '12 Days of Finance' poll, which asks readers to vote for their favorite personal finance expert throughout the month of December, last year's runner-up, David Bach, attempts to take the top spot.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12035704-robert-kiyosaki-takes-early-lead-in-poll-to-find-most-popular-personal-finance-expert-of-2012.htmlAs www.GoBankingRates.com launches its second annual 12 Days of Finance poll, which asks Go Banking Rates readers to vote for their favorite personal finance expert throughout the month of December, Robert Kiyosaki, emerges as the early leader.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12035506-go-banking-rates-study-illinois-bank-account-interest-rates-fall-below-national-average.htmlwww.GoBankingRates.com investigates the current interest rates on savings and CD accounts in Illinois, comparing them to national averages and identifying the community banks and credit unions with the best offers.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 08:45:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12034470-paying-off-mortgage-loans-early-considered-terrible-financial-move-among-homeowners.htmlGenerations past have advocated for paying off mortgage loans sooner than later, but Go Banking Rates uncovers a fierce debate circulating among current homeowners and market professionals going against the age-old dream of owning a home outright.Mon, 03 Dec 2012 08:50:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12034467-how-generation-suffers-from-lil-wayne-syndrome-when-it-comes-to-saving-money-for-retirement.htmlAs studies show Generation Y is behind older generations when it comes to saving money for retirement, www.GoBankingRates.com speculates that it is Gen Y's role models who are contributing to the apathy toward building retirement savings.Sun, 02 Dec 2012 08:50:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12034462-suze-orman-dave-ramsey-and-10-other-personal-finance-experts-battle-for-title-of-most-popular.htmlLeading personal finance resource www.GoBankingRates.com has launched their second annual 12 Days of Finance poll to find out who is the most popular personal finance expert of 2012 – and turning to readers to be the judges.Sat, 01 Dec 2012 08:50:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12031059-personal-finance-columnist-stacey-bumpus-reveals-5-lesser-known-facts-about-savings-accounts.htmlGo Banking Rates personal finance columnist, Stacey Bumpus, divulges five truths about savings accounts that many Americans don’t know about in order to educate depositors on the multifaceted benefits of maintaining a savings account.Wed, 28 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12028523-new-york-deposit-rates-rank-higher-than-national-average-in-latest-interest-rate-study.htmlContinuing in its “Best Interest Rates in Every State” series, www.GoBankingRates.com investigates the state of deposit interest rates in the Big Apple and finds rates are actually more competitive in New York than national average deposit rates.Tue, 27 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12028517-coach-handbags-at-costco-shoppers-can-enjoy-black-friday-savings-year-round-at-wholesale-retailers.htmlLeading personal finance site www.GoBankingRates.com has found that the best place to buy discounted luxury goods – every day of the year – is actually wholesale club Costco.Fri, 23 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12027790-personal-finance-columnist-stacey-bumpus-pinpoints-8-black-friday-purchases-consumers-should-avoid.htmlTo help consumers save money on their holiday purchases this year, personal finance columnist, Stacey Bumpus, identifies on www.GoBankingRates.com the top eight items that should be avoided on Black Friday despite their immense popularity.Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12027794-holiday-savings-expert-teaches-consumers-how-to-save-270-on-holiday-shopping-using-credit-cards.htmlWith the kickoff of holiday shopping season, Go Banking Rates savings expert, Jennifer Calonia, confronts credit card users with the realities of using credit cards for gift purchases recklessly.Wed, 21 Nov 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12026788-go-banking-rates-reveals-what-movember-mustache-styles-say-about-personal-savings-habits.htmlIn its latest series, Go Banking Rates examines the personality traits associated with popular Movember mustache styles and what how those characteristics relate to men's savings habits.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12025346-personal-finance-expert-explains-how-shopping-on-black-friday-saves-money-despite-mediocre-deals.htmlPersonal finance expert and www.GoBankingRates.com managing editor, Casey Bond, will be as well, and explains the money-saving benefits of shopping on Black Friday despite lackluster sales.Sat, 17 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12024542-personal-finance-expert-names-10-surprising-factors-causing-mortgage-applications-to-be-rejected.htmlPersonal finance expert, Casey Bond, identifies on www.GoBankingRates.com the 10 least-known factors that can cause a mortgage application to be denied.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12022562-go-banking-rates-finds-saving-money-on-christmas-expenses-relies-on-doing-three-key-things-now.htmlGo Banking Rates savings expert, Jennifer Calonia, recognizes that American families still struggle to find ways to save money on holiday costs. In her latest feature, she identifies three important ways to save money on Christmas expenses.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 17:12:42 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12021486-go-banking-rates-finds-that-watching-tv-can-actually-make-consumers-smarter-with-their-money.htmlwww.GoBankingRates.com finds five personal finance-focused shows on television today that actually help Americans better understand their own finances and make smarter decisions when it comes to how they spend and save money.Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12021497-black-friday-enthusiasts-still-have-time-to-save-an-extra-1000-before-thanksgiving-weekend.htmlBlack Friday door-buster deals are enticing consumers across America to get their shopping plans in gear, as www.GoBankingRates.com unveils eight ways for consumers to save up an additional $1,000 in spending cash before Black Friday weekend.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 19:05:39 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12019241-homeowners-are-warned-of-the-little-known-factors-causing-mortgage-costs-to-be-higher.htmlGo Banking Rates personal finance expert reveals the four least-known factors that can increase the cost of a mortgage loan and how consumers can reduce these expenses.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12018535-go-banking-rates-reveals-5-pressing-factors-affecting-consumer-interest-rates-today.htmlIn its latest feature, www.GoBankingRates.com, unravels the convoluted concept of bank interest rates and identifies the five key influencers that make consumer rates rise and fall.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12018513-interest-rate-investigation-uncovers-california-auto-loan-option-lowering-costs-for-new-car-buyers.htmlThe leading aggregator of interest rates, www.GoBankingRates.com, emphasizes the importance of hunting down a low auto loan rate to save the most money before the holiday season.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/12003111-gobankingrates-study-online-savings-account-rates-significantly-outperform-brick-and-mortar-bank.htmlThe latest interest rate study released by Go Banking Rates finds that the average savings account rate offered by online banks is significantly higher than average rates from physical banks in every U.S. state.Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:56:01 GMT