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  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
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  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
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  What is an interest checking account?

  Here’s what you need to know about interest checking accounts.

  2 min read Nov 15, 2021
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  8 ways to avoid monthly checking fees

  Tired of paying fees? Here are seven ideas to get around paying them.

  4 min read Sep 20, 2021
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  Best student checking accounts

  Here are top accounts for features like ATM fee waivers, overdraft forgiveness and more.

  6 min read Aug 11, 2021
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  Ally Bank checking account

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

  2 min read Jun 01, 2021
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  How to cancel a check: 4 important steps

  Follow these steps to stop a check in its tracks.

  2 min read May 20, 2021
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  HSBC Bank checking accounts

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

  5 min read Dec 23, 2020
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  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
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  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
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  How to balance a checkbook step by step

  Here’s how balancing a checkbook can help you.

  4 min read Nov 16, 2020
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  What is the available balance in your bank account?

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

  3 min read Nov 13, 2020
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  Attention, bank fee-haters: Here’s how to get your money refunded and prevent the next overdraft fee

  These tools can help you get bank fees refunded and prevent the next ding.

  6 min read Oct 15, 2019
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  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