Personal Finance Advice and Commentary

Friday, December 21, 2012 6:05 am
By Marcie Geffner · Bankrate.com

An FDIC survey finds banks make efforts but could do more to offer services to unbanked and underbanked consumers.

Monday, September 24, 2012 6:00 am
By David McMillin · Bankrate.com

Some financial institutions are extending a hand to the unbanked for another chance to open checking accounts.

Thursday, September 13, 2012 9:55 am
By Claes Bell · Bankrate.com

Millions of Americans are opting out of bank accounts in favor of prepaid debit cards.

Friday, August 03, 2012 12:12 pm
By David McMillin · Bankrate.com

A program in California is aiming to educate unbanked consumers on the benefits of opening a checking account.

Thursday, July 05, 2012 12:37 pm
By David McMillin · Bankrate.com

A former NBA superstar is hoping to show unbanked customers how magical using a prepaid debit card can be.

Saturday, April 28, 2012 6:00 am
By David McMillin · Bankrate.com

Walmart has introduced a new program that gives customers the ability to shop online without a card.