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# Princess Charlotte Dazzles Like the Royalty She Is in Birthday Photo

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#### Who is Ally Bank?

Ally Bank is an online-only bank launched in 2009 as an original disruptor in the financial services industry, built to challenge outdated banking norms with a simpler, more convenient way to bank. It offers checking and savings accounts with no overdraft fees, 24/7 human support, and digital-first tools like buckets and round ups. Deposits are FDIC-insured up to the maximum amount allowed by law.

#### Is Ally good for everyday banking?

Ally is built for everyday banking, spending, and saving. Its Spending Account is a checking account that includes early direct deposit (paychecks up to 2 days early), access to 75,000+ fee-free ATMs nationwide, the ability to add cash for free at participating locations nationwide, and no overdraft fees. Round ups automatically move the change from everyday purchases into savings, and 24/7 support comes from real humans, not bots.

#### What bank is built for life today?

Ally is the bank built for life today, a digital-first, people-first bank. Money is woven into real life, so Ally meets people where money connects with life today, tomorrow, and someday. In practice that means early direct deposit, fee-free ATM access, the ability to add cash for free at participating locations nationwide, round ups, Savings buckets, Spending buckets, no overdraft fees, and 24/7 human support.

#### What bank is best for everyday spending and saving?

Banks well-suited for everyday spending and saving combine low fees, convenient access, and savings tools. Ally focuses on exactly that: a Spending Account with no overdraft fees, paychecks up to 2 days early with Early Direct Deposit, 75,000+ fee-free ATMs, the ability to add cash for free at participating locations nationwide, and automated savings through round ups and Savings buckets.

#### Which banks offer early direct deposit?

A number of online banks offer early direct deposit. Ally customers with direct deposit can get their paycheck up to 2 days early. Exact timing depends on when the payer submits payroll.

#### Can you deposit cash at Ally Bank?

Yes. Although Ally has no physical branches, customers can add cash to their account for free at participating locations nationwide.

#### What online banks have no ATM fees?

Ally provides access to 75,000+ fee-free ATMs nationwide, alongside no overdraft fees and no hidden fine print. Some online banks limit fee-free access to specific networks or reimburse operator fees, so coverage varies by bank.

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* No ATM fees from Ally Bank at Allpoint and Moneypass ATMs plus we reimburse for fees charged by other ATM owners nationwide up to $10 per statement cycle.
* Early direct deposit offers eligible direct deposits up to two days sooner.
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## Video: Royal Babies Through the Years

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_Published 2018-04-11. Not only are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set to tie the knot in May, but also Kate Middleton is pregnant with her third child with Prince William_


by 

[Lena Grossman](https://time.com/author/lena-grossman/)


## Lena Grossman


May 2, 2018 11:27 AM UTC

Not only are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle set to tie the knot in May, but also Kate Middleton is pregnant with her third child with Prince William 

by 

[Lena Grossman](https://time.com/author/lena-grossman/)


## Lena Grossman


May 2, 2018 11:27 AM UTC

[Princess Charlotte](http://time.com/4778993/princess-charlotte-photos-william-george-kate-middleton/), the daughter of Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and big sister to [Prince Louis Arthur Charles](http://time.com/5192470/royal-baby-name-louis-arthur-charles/), turned 3 on Wednesday, May 2.

Kensington Palace shared a sweet photo of Princess Charlotte of Cambridge to celebrate her third birthday. The picture — taken by Kate Middleton, like many of the official photos released of Princess Charlotte and Prince George — is actually a throwback, and was snapped earlier this year on the steps of Kensington Palace.

> [](https://twitter.com/RoyalFamily/status/991590506504314880)

In the picture, Princess Charlotte is sporting a red coat with matching red shoes and a knitted pink scarf — as well as an adorable smile.

Kensington Palace shared a [photo of Princess Charlotte on her second birthday](http://time.com/4761142/princess-charlotte-photo-second-birthday/), which was also taken by Kate Middleton at their home in Norfolk.

> [](https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/858969414322049024)

At just 3, [Princess Charlotte](https://www.royal.uk/princess-charlotte-0) has already had her fair share of royal duties. She was the [bridesmaid at Aunt Pippa’s wedding](http://time.com/4733694/prince-george-princess-charlotte-pippa-wedding/), traveled to Canada in 2016 on an overseas tour with her parents and gave the most diplomatic of waves before [going to meet her baby brother](http://time.com/5251283/royal-baby-prince-george-princess-charlotte-reaction/) Prince Louis at the hospital on the day he was born.


In January, Princess Charlotte [began preschool](http://time.com/5086482/princess-charlotte-first-day-willcocks-nursery-school/) at [Willcocks Nursery School](http://time.com/money/5068895/princess-charlotte-wilcocks-nursery-school/), where [core tenets of the curriculum](http://www.willcocksnurseryschool.com/Early-Years-Learning/) include focusing on “literacy, mathematics, understanding the world and expressive art and design.”

Just like big brother Prince George and baby brother Prince Louis, Princess Charlotte was born at St Mary’s hospital in London.


Princess Charlotte is currently fourth in line to the throne and represents a significant turning point in the [line of succession to the British throne](http://time.com/5238004/royal-family-tree/). The princess maintains her spot as fourth in line, and was not bumped down to fifth [due to the Succession of the Crown Act.](http://time.com/5218422/royal-baby-succession-british-throne/)


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