Bank Commercial Uses Clips of Mother Theresa, The Matrix to Score Customers


Updated 03/09/11 1:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Icelandic Bank Kraupthing Commercial

Talk about a marketing strategy gone wrong. Business Insider posted a commercial that the now defunct Icelandic bank Kraupthing released before the worldwide economic meltdown. You'll see video snippets of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, Nelson Mandela being sworn in as president, the moon landing, some war footage, and yes, The Matrix. The ad might make for some kind of feel Read more

Savvy Ways to Get More Out of Your Bank


Updated 03/16/12 2:46 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get More Out of Your Bank

Editor’s note: We are thrilled to introduce a new guest blogger, Kimberly Palmer. The author of Generation Earn: The Young Professional’s Guide to Spending, Investing, and Giving Back, and personal finance columnist at US News & World Report will be joining us for a monthly series with tips and advice on all things Savvy. Take it away, Kimberly . . . In the wake of the recession, most of Read more

WikiLeaks to Target Bank of America


Updated 01/11/11 12:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

WikiLeaks Targets Bank of America

We've been wondering which bank the infamous WikiLeaks is targeting, and CNBC has just confirmed that it's going to be Bank of America, a SavvySugar favorite. We still don't have a clear idea of what will be released, and the date the information is going to be disseminated on, but I guess that's in line with the WikiLeaks culture of secrecy. It's interesting to see what readers thought of the Read more

The Best Commercial Bank of 2010


Updated 12/29/10 10:09 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

WikiLeaks and Bank of America Drama

Last year it was Wells Fargo, and this time, Bank of America wins your favor as the best commercial bank of the year. It's clearly a cut above the rest with 38 percent of SavvySugar readers nominating it, while the next two favorites, Wells Fargo and JP Morgan, each received 19 percent of your votes. Your favorite pick has been quite a hot topic as of late, because it's rumored to be the target Read more

What's the Best Commercial Bank of 2010?


Updated 12/15/10 1:18 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 2 comments

Best Bank in 2010

Most of us play favorites with banks because they have a proven track record and maybe even give us goodies like high interest rates and fee waivers. I want to know which commercial bank you think is the Best of 2010. We didn't see many merges and buyouts in America this year, and the recession is gradually winding down, but there are still many challenges ahead for the banking industry. What Read more

Watch Out: Bank Fees at an All-Time High


Updated 10/25/10 6:30 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Avoid Bank Fees 2010-10-25 13:30:27

Fees are going up, up, and away, according to a Bankrate study that was released today. Consumers need to be aware of these fees, especially during the holiday season, a time when there is an increased amount of spending. Managing your money is going to be even pricier, so users will have to be more aware of their budgeting practices and keep an eye on the sneaky bank fees. Here are some of the Read more

The Hairstyle You'll Want to Wear Every Day This Summer


Updated 05/26/12 6:02 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Get Elizabeth Banks's Allure Hairstyle

Elizabeth Banks looked like she walked straight out of the 1970s for her Allure June cover, and it's thanks to Oribe, editorial hairstylist extraordinaire. Using a Patti Hansen cover from the disco-era for inspiration, as it turns out, the retro-themed style is perfect for modern times, as well. "The fullness at the sides gives it a really interesting, beautiful look," Oribe explained. And Read more

9 Ways to Earn Extra Cash When Money Is Tight


Updated 05/24/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Earn More Money

I'm sure everyone can do with a little more cash in their wallets. Here are some great suggestions by Wise Bread for you to make extra money. Even though I'm self-employed full-time, I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make more money. Earlier this year, I wrote a Wise Bread post on websites that can help you earn extra cash. More recently, I came across a blog post on Zaarly titled, Read more

Milla Jovovich Tells Us Her Cannes Highlight During a Night With Heidi, Alec, and the Hiltons


Updated 05/24/12 8:58 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Celebrities at Cannes Party Pictures

Last night was a busy one for many celebrities at Cannes. Milla Jovovich was decked out to make the rounds, starting at the Chopard and L'Oréal bash at the Hotel Martinez. She mingled at L'Oréal with fellow brand ambassadors Luisana Lopilato and model Natasha Poly. We caught a moment with Milla at the soiree, and she spoke about what her favorite part of the festival has been. Milla said, "The Read more

Is Gisele Bundchen Pregnant With Her Second Child?


Updated 05/23/12 1:27 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Today's Celebrity News May 22, 2012 Early Edition

Why Gisele Bundchen might be pregnant with her second child — Lainey Gossip Anna Faris covers up her baby bump on set — Us Weekly See who Jay-Z got to play at his Made in America music festival — HuffPost Entertainment Ashlee Simpson debuts her adorable new puppy — People Ben Affleck hosts huge political fundraiser — Hollywood Reporter Daisy Fuentes flaunts her hot body in a bikini Read more