The process for opening a new bank account is fairly simple and straightforward these days, whether you already have a few accounts to your name or you're opening your very first one.

Finding a savings account with low or no fees and a robust yield is the first step towards meeting your savings goal. You'll need necessary documents — including a government-issued ID, social ...

Mark Henricks has written on mortgages, real estate and investing for many leading publications. He works from Austin, Texas, where he engages in songwriting, wilderness backpacking, whitewater ...