Checking

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Checking Basics

Chase checking account offers

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

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What is your available balance?

Your bank accounts have two separate balances: the current balance and the available balance. Here’s the distinction.

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Where to find free checking

There’s no need to pay for a checking account when many banks offer free checking.

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How to use Zelle

The person-to-person payment tool can allow for easy transactions to friends, family and more.

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Latest Articles

Blacklisted by ChexSystems? Here’s what it is and what to do

Here’s everything you need to know about the specialty consumer reporting agency.

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7 key benefits of mobile banking in 2023

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

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Black and Hispanic consumers hit harder by checking account fees

Age and region are also factors in how much consumers pay in checking fees.

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What is a checking account?

Here’s everything to know about the pros and cons of the account serving as the center of your financial life.

5 min read Feb 22, 2022
Need a second-chance checking account? Here’s everything you need to know

A second-chance account can help to restore your standing in the eyes of your bank.

4 min read Feb 21, 2022
American Express debuts digital checking account for consumers

American Express launched a digital consumer checking account for card members.

1 min read Feb 08, 2022
Ally Bank checking account

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

2 min read Jun 01, 2021
7 steps to take to open a business checking account

Opening a business checking account isn’t as simple as opening a personal checking account. Here’s what to know.

4 min read Dec 02, 2020
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.

4 min read Nov 30, 2020
How to balance a checkbook step by step

Here’s how balancing a checkbook can help you.

4 min read Nov 16, 2020
5 smart ways to bank with your smartphone

There’s no need to see a teller at the bank when you can perform these tasks on your smartphone.

2 min read Nov 11, 2020
TD Bank checking bonus: Up to $300

TD Bank is currently offering checking account promotions for customers who open new accounts.

3 min read Sep 21, 2020
HSBC Bank checking bonus: Up to $450

The HSBC Bank checking account bonus offer is decent, but not exceptional.

4 min read Sep 09, 2020
How to find the best checking account

There’s a wide range of options available, so shop around to find the best account for you.

4 min read Aug 03, 2020
ATMs in a pandemic: How to interact with the touch machine

Experts weigh in on ways to improve safety for using the more than 50-year old technology.

4 min read Jun 25, 2020
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 Apr 29, 2020
Mark Cuban-backed fintech app launches checking account with a twist

Fintech firm Dave created a product that reinvents overdraft fees and helps customers build their credit.

3 min read Jun 18, 2019
Smart Banking: Little-known facts on debit cards

Find out how debit cards work and how new technology protects you against fraud.

4 min read Mar 21, 2017