Checking

Latest Articles

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  Essential things to know when cashing old checks

  There’s a right way to handle old checks. The wrong way can cost you.

  Nov 02, 2018
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  Online banks have avoided offering checking accounts — that stands to change

  Barclays’ new digital-only checking account could signal a trend of more direct banks offering the product.

  Oct 23, 2018
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  7 questions to ask before choosing a checking account

  Opening a checking account is easy. Finding the right one is the hard part.

  Oct 19, 2018
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  4 risky places to use your debit card

  Debit cards are inherently less secure than credit cards, especially at these spots.

  Oct 16, 2018
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  Barclays to add a checking account to its digital-only offerings

  While few details about the account are available, here’s what to look for when it launches.

  Oct 15, 2018
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  Survey: ATM fees hit a record high for the 14th year in a row

  Bankrate’s annual checking study finds a spike in ATM fees and a slight drop in overdraft fees.

  Oct 10, 2018
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  4 steps to move your checking account to a new bank

  Switching banks can be complicated. Here’s your checklist to success.

  Oct 02, 2018
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  Banning fees won’t solve all of our problems with bank overdraft programs

  As banks and legislators take steps to improve their overdraft programs, experts say there’s still more work to do.

  Sep 20, 2018
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  What is online banking? Know the pros and cons

  Use online banking to manage your money without stepping foot in a branch.

  Jul 26, 2018
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  Best checking account rates — July 2018

  Most checking accounts pay nothing – or close to it. The best pay up to 5 percent APY.

  Jul 09, 2018