Sunday, May 11, 2014

Another Sign that Economic Recovery Isn't Reaching Everyone

Chase is rolling out new ATMs that dispense $1 and $5 bills.

The option to get exact change will be a plus for customers -- including those with low account balances who want to take out less than $20 or who need $25 but don't want to take out $40, for example, said Greg McBride, senior financial analyst at Bankrate.com.

"Particularly in difficult financial times when peoples' account balances have been lower, not having to withdraw more money than you really need is helpful," said McBride.