Author: Kane Pepi

Kane holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance, a Master's Degree in Financial Investigation and he is currently engaged in a Doctorate - researching financial crime in the virtual economy. With a keen passion for research, he currently writes for a variety of publications within the Financial and Cryptocurrency industries. kane@moneycheck.com

Fineco Bank is an Italian financial institution that offers a variety of services to both retail and professional clients which has now opened it’s doors to people in the UK. At the forefront of this is its proprietary trading platform that gives you access to thousands of CFDs, forex pairs, options, commodities, and futures at super-competitive prices. The platform also offers traditional share dealing services. If you’re thinking about using Fineco Bank for your online trading needs, be sure to read our in-depth review. We cover the ins and outs of fees, commissions, tradable assets, regulation, and safety. Visit Fineco…

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US savers have been hindered by ultra-low interest rates for some time now. In fact, the vast majority of hallmark institutions are still unable to offer interest rates anywhere the 1% mark. As a result, a number of alternative banks have since risen to fame, subsequently offering more competitive rates of return on your savings while still providing the all-important protections of the FDIC. One such example of this is Axos Bank. The online-only bank is now offering a number of checking and savings accounts that it claims comes with high interest rates and zero fees. If you are thinking…

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Membership programs have emerged as one of the best ways to earn income through your website. Not only are they a means to gather leads, but they also allow you to reward your loyal readers by giving them access to exclusive content that is not open to the public. Thanks to the many plugins available, it has never been easier to integrate a membership program into your WordPress site. Among the popular subscription plugins available today, we are reviewing Restrict Content Pro, otherwise known as RCP. The plugin is simple, yet powerful and gives your visitors an easy way to…

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In the modern digital era, keywords are the foundational elements that can make or break your online business. The right ones can do the hard work for you and redirect the audience in your favour. On the other hand, the absence of powerful keywords can bury your content deep under the blanket. Whatever your niche is, it is not far-fetched to say that keyword research has become the backbone of digital marketing. However, you need to focus on keyword strategies as much as you spend time finding relevant and meaningful content. What makes the process easier is the right set…

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Attempting to find an online broker that meets your needs can be a daunting task, not least because there are so many trading platforms operating in the online space. If you’re looking for a broker that facilitates stocks – both large and small, options and ETFs, then it might be worth taking a look at SureTrader. Most notably, the platform appeals to those based in the U.S. that want to avoid the all-important ‘Pattern Day Trader’ rules. In our SureTrader review, we’ll cover everything that you need to know about the broker. This will include the types of assets that…

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Running an eCommerce store requires you to manage both the front and back ends of your site with little room for error. You need to be constantly on top of the customer’s expectations to know what they are looking for and offer the right product at the right time. While WooCommerce shines in many ways, the reporting and analytical features are not exactly its best features. If you are a WooCommerce user, it is likely that you are looking for a plugin that can bridge this gap for you. Metorik was designed with the same intent in mind. The plugin…

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If you’re here reading this review, then it’s likely that you’re looking to earn a bit of extra cash on the side, all from within the comfort of your own home. While this is entirely possible these days, you have to be cautious. Ultimately, the internet is full of websites that claim to be able to earn you thousands of dollars per week. However, most of these are nothing but a scam. The good news for you is that Survey Junkie is no such company. They’ve been operational for the best part of 14 years now, meaning they’ve got an…

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Regardless of who you bank with, financial institutions in the US have been paying super-low interest rates for some time now. In fact, if you’re able to get more than 1% on your checking account balances, you’re doing better than the vast majority of us. The alternative is to instead store your money into other areas, such as the stock markets, or even peer-to-peer lending. However, while earning opportunities are of course much higher – as are the risks. In order to satisfy the needs of savers by offering higher interest rates, while at the same time operating in a…

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Borrowing money from a conventional online lender or local bank can be a strenuous process. With this in mind, the emergence of peer-to-peer lending platforms made way for an easier means to provide and find loans among individuals. Nibble, however, comes with a twist in this particular segment of the P2P space. Instead of choosing the borrower, you will be investing your money with Nibble. In turn, the provider will connect your funds with borrowers. Meanwhile, you get to make interest on the amount you are lending. Nibble does the leg work of managing your investments, making the P2P lending…

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Lending Club is an innovative platform that facilitates peer-to-peer loans. As the platform acts an intermediary between investors and borrowers, Lending Club is suitable for those that need to borrow money, as well as those that want to loan money out as an investment. The Lending Club process of borrowing money is somewhat different from using a traditional lender, which offers both advantages and disadvantages. If you’re thinking about using Lending Club yourself, then be sure to read our comprehensive guide first. We’ll discuss everything you need to know as both an investor and a borrow, such as how the…

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Although the likes of Revolut and N26 have grown to exponential heights in Europe, challenger banking apps are still a relatively new phenomenon in the US. By this, we mean that Americans have only recently begun to realize the benefits that an alternative app-only bank account offers. This includes a super-fast account opening process, zero fees, instant transaction notifications, high-end security features, and more. One such provider that is looking to take the US challenging baking scene by storm is Chime Bank. The app offers both a spending and savings account, and it costs nothing to get started. Each Chime…

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Although the peer-to-peer phenomenon is still in its infancy, heaps of industries have already been impacted. Whether it’s crowdfunding loans, real estate ownership, or taxi apps – peer-to-peer systems reduce an ever-growing reliance on third-party middlemen. With that being said, have you ever considered how the peer-to-peer space could revolutionize the multi-trillion dollar insurance industry? One such company that is looking to take the bull by the horns in this respect is Lemonade Insurance. The platform offers competitively priced homeowners and rental insurance at the click of a button. In fact, by simply downloading the app and stating where you…

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