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Checking Basics  Understanding the fundamentals
Before you sign up for a checking account, make sure you check out all of your options.
 
   
Table of contents
Checking
 
Chapter 1: Types of checking accounts
Checking accounts come in a variety of styles. Some are free, some are not. Some say they are free and are not. Read on.
 
Chapter 2: ABCs of ATMs
Who goes into the bank lobby anymore? ATMs make getting and depositing our cash easier. But are you paying too much for the privilege? Read on.
 
Chapter 3: Fees, fees and more fees
When will "free checking" cost you? It depends on the individual institution and your banking habits. Read on.
 
Chapter 4: Protecting your account
You need to keep some money in your account and balance your checkbook. The bank has responsibilities, too. Read on.
 

TABLE OF CONTENTS
  Ch 1: Checking account types
  • Types of checking accounts
  • Free checking
  • Bankrate's checking survey
  • Float and Check 21
  • Overdraft protection plans
  • ChexSystems
  • Chapter 1 quiz
  Ch 2: ABCs of ATMs
  Ch 3: Fees, fees and more fees
  Ch 4: Protecting your account
  More Basics
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