Banking

From checking account details to bank reviews, debit card insights and more — you’ll find smart banking basics here.

Banking Basics

ATM: What it is and how to use

ATMs are useful for depositing money, checking your balance, and more, but be aware of possible issues that may arise.

Digital banking stats in 2022

Digital banking has been steadily on the rise, making it easy to access your accounts and manage your personal finances from anywhere.

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ACH vs. EFT vs. wire transfers: What’s the difference?

Some of the most common ways to send or receive money electronically include ACH, EFT, and wire transfers.

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12 ways to save on a tight budget

Not having success with your savings? A budget can make things a little easier.

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Best IRA CD rates — October 2022

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10 creative ways to save money

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Best bank account bonuses for October 2022

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Best cash management accounts in October 2022

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Best online checking accounts – October 2022

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Best business checking accounts – October 2022

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How much will the Fed raise interest rates in 2022? Here’s what experts are saying

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Best free checking accounts — October 2022

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Latest Articles

Best IRA CD rates — October 2022

Find the best IRA CD rates by comparing APY, term and minimum deposit requirements.

11 min read Oct 03, 2022
Best jumbo CD rates — October 2022

These CDs are for high rollers, but there’s good news for the rest of us, too.

8 min read Oct 03, 2022
10 creative ways to save money

Whether you’re looking to build up your emergency fund or save for other financial goals, here’s how to do so creatively.

5 min read Oct 03, 2022
Best jumbo money market rates — October 2022

Do you have a large amount of cash that needs to stay liquid along with a competitive rate?

5 min read Oct 03, 2022
Best bank account bonuses for October 2022

Walk away with stacks of cash just for opening a checking or savings account.

12 min read Oct 03, 2022
Best cash management accounts in October 2022

As fees decline, brokers and robo-advisors are competing on feature-rich services to differentiate themselves.

5 min read Oct 01, 2022
Capital One savings account rates

Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s yields.

1 min read Sep 30, 2022
American Express savings account rates

Here’s everything you need to know about the online bank’s savings account.

1 min read Sep 30, 2022
Best 5-year CD rates – October 2022

Here’s why the best 60-month CDs are more versatile than you might think.

11 min read Sep 30, 2022
Best online checking accounts – October 2022

Online checking accounts stand out for different features. Here’s our top picks.

7 min read Sep 30, 2022