Tag Archives: banking

OMG! Jews!

Posted on 31 December 2007 by meta

While some people see Jews everywhere–controlling the media, running international banking, spreading Communism and corrupting our precious bodily fluids–I have the opposite problem: I suffer from Jew blindness. It happens time and time again: “Do you want to sign this … Continue reading →

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Subprime meltdown

Posted on 13 December 2007 by meta

The mainstream media coverage of the US subprime mortgage meltdown has mostly been about all the folk who have lost their homes, and various plans the government has come up with to try and ease the problem. Thinking about it … Continue reading →

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A heartwarming tale

Posted on 20 January 2007 by meta

Royal Bank of Scotland charges man £3,400 in bank charges. Man goes to court, claiming charges are illegal under UK law. Bank doesn’t bother to show up or contest the claim. Court rules in man’s favor. Bank doesn’t respond when … Continue reading →

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Free money

Posted on 9 November 2006 by meta

Everyone should have a chunk of cash in an instant access savings account; see Dilbert’s guide to financial success. If you’re in the US and have $250 spare to put in a savings account, I’ve got a voucher you can … Continue reading →

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Fleet bank about to get what it deserves?

Posted on 31 January 2002 by meta

Fleet Bank is heavily invested in Argentina—where the economy has collapsed, and Fleet is having to restrict customers to withdrawing less than $1000 a month. Meanwhile, Fleet has taken a hit of $1.8 billion to cover the money it’s lost … Continue reading →

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