Checking

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Checking Basics

Overdraft fees vs. NSF fees

Here’s how these two bank fees compare and how to best avoid them.

5 min read

How to endorse a check

We list seven ways to endorse a check and how to process it correctly and securely.

3 min read

Chase checking account offers

Decide whether these products offered by America’s biggest bank meet your needs.

4 min read

How long is an old check good for?

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

3 min read

Latest Articles

Best business checking accounts – October 2023

Not paying fees and an easy way to bank should all be priorities. Here are some of our favorites.

10 min read Sep 28, 2023
Discover Bank checking account

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

2 min read Sep 28, 2023
Overdraft fees vs. NSF fees: How they differ

Here’s how these two bank fees compare and how to best avoid them.

5 min read Sep 15, 2023
How to endorse a check

We list seven ways to endorse a check and how to process it correctly and securely.

3 min read Sep 05, 2023
Bank of America checking accounts

Everything you need to know about BofA’s checking accounts.

4 min read Aug 31, 2023
Chase checking accounts

Decide whether these products offered by America’s biggest bank meet your needs.

4 min read Aug 31, 2023
Wells Fargo checking accounts

Here’s everything you need to know about the big bank’s checking accounts.

5 min read Aug 31, 2023
PNC Bank checking accounts

Here’s everything you need to know about the bank’s checking accounts.

5 min read Aug 31, 2023
Best online checking accounts – October 2023

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

7 min read Aug 31, 2023
Cashing old checks: How long is a check good for?

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

3 min read Aug 31, 2023
Survey: ATM fees hit record high while overdraft and NSF fees fell sharply

Convenient access to your cash often comes at a price — and sometimes it’s a very high one.

9 min read Aug 30, 2023
Debit-card spending limits: How to increase yours

Knowing your limit before making a purchase can help you make smarter decisions.

3 min read Aug 25, 2023
How long does it take for a check to clear?

The amount of time can vary from check to check.

3 min read Aug 25, 2023
Daily ATM withdrawal limits: How much money can you take out?

Knowing your ATM withdrawal limits can make a sudden need for cash easier to handle.

3 min read Aug 14, 2023
How to balance your checking account and why it matters

Balancing your checking account may sound dated, but it still makes sense.

5 min read Aug 09, 2023
Banks that have cut or eliminated overdraft fees

Banks are cutting overdraft fees in response to consumers and regulators’ demands.

8 min read Jul 31, 2023
Routing number: What it is and how to find yours

That string of numbers at the bottom of your check is really important. Find out why.

3 min read Jul 25, 2023
Getting paid early by a bank may be a better alternative than using a pay advance app

Here’s why early direct deposit may work better for those looking to get paid in advance.

4 min read Jul 10, 2023
5 reasons to open a business checking account

It’s not just a place to park capital. Learn how a business checking account can be a business tool.

3 min read Jul 10, 2023
7 key benefits of mobile banking

Mobile banking apps aren’t just trendy, they can help you better manage your money.

7 min read Jul 06, 2023