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Best Neobanks 2026: Digital Banks Compared

Neobanks have become the primary financial home for hundreds of millions of people. We assess every major digital bank on the factors that matter — from account opening to everyday features — so you can choose the right one. Our rankings cover fees, app quality, security standards, and ease of use across North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. Whether you want fee-free spending abroad or the best budgeting tools, start here.

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SEPA Instant Transfers and Verification of Payee: What Changed for Euro Payments

SEPA Instant Transfers and Verification of Payee: What Changed for Euro Payments

Euro transfers in ten seconds at no extra cost and a payee name check: what the EU Instant Payments Regulation changed, the dates, and what it does not cover.

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The Right to a Basic Bank Account in the EU: Who Qualifies and When a Bank Can Say No

Legal EU residents have a right to a basic payment account, even in another EU country: what it must include, what it may cost, the 10-day deadline, refusals.

Thomas Lovas Lokoy25 Oct 20269 min read

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Banking in Europe as an American: FATCA, FBAR and Form 8938 Explained

Why some European banks turn US citizens away, the $10,000 FBAR test and Form 8938 thresholds for foreign accounts, and the EU rule that helps if you live there.

Thomas Lovas Lokoy25 Oct 202610 min read

Your Bank Wants to Close Your Account: The 90-Day Rule That Started in April 2026

Your Bank Wants to Close Your Account: The 90-Day Rule That Started in April 2026

When can a bank close your account? UK rules from 28 April 2026: 90 days' notice and a real reason, plus how long it takes and costs to close your own.

Thomas Lovas Lokoy19 Aug 202610 min read

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Money Left Your Account and You Did Not Authorise It: What the Law Requires

In the UK the refund is due by the end of the next business day and your liability is capped at £35 — unless you were fraudulent or grossly negligent.

Thomas Lovas Lokoy19 Aug 20269 min read

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