Originally Posted by california rick
I would also like to point out that Banks have screwed consumers for years without any hugs or kisses via charges:
  • ATM fees for using another bank's machine
  • Excessive credit card fees: Obscene usery fees of over 24%, obscene late fees, ridiculous interest calculations
  • Excessive overdraft fees
  • Excessive returned check fees

...and now 'main street' has the opportunity to say "F.U." to the banks. Good for the consumer! ThumbsUp

You're only screwing yourself if you say "F.U.: to the banks. Main street and Wall Street are closer to each other than you think.

Last edited by Phil Hoskins; 09/30/08 02:49 PM. Reason: edited to remove banned word "f...ing"

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