How to choose a bank aligned with your values: A comprehensive guide
There are banks aligned with political values, faith and causes. Here’s how to choose.
Sheiresa McRae Ngo is a former staff writer at Bankrate. She is known for her expertise in personal finance and consumer affairs topics. She earned a master’s degree in public communication and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Fordham University.
Sheiresa has experience writing about a variety of topics, including lifestyle, culture, saving money, and budgeting. She also spent time as an editor in the educational publishing industry.
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Sheiresa’s passion for helping individuals navigate their financial journeys led her to become a certified educator in personal finance. Her work has been featured in CBS MoneyWatch, Credit.com, Yahoo Finance, GOBankingRates, and MSN, among many others. She also contributed to two CNN segments on debt management.
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Saving for a rainy day is vital. You don't want to be caught off guard when a financial emergency strikes.
— Sheiresa McRae Ngo, CEPF®
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