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Oct 04, 2016Bankrate survey: Some banks are cutting customers a break on overdraft fees
Banks are suspending some fees as federal oversight tightens, Bankrate finds.
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Oct 04, 20162016 Bankrate checking account survey: ATM fees stay on record-setting streak
Most checking account costs are climbing, but our survey finds some good news, too.
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Sep 01, 2016What is the routing number on a check?
That string of numbers at the bottom of your check is really important. Find out why.
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Aug 29, 2016Should I keep savings and checking accounts at 1 bank?
Is it time to move your accounts to one bank? Here are the advantages of doing that.
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Jan 04, 2018Student checking accounts – best bank for students
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Jul 27, 20163 mobile banking alerts everyone should activate
If you use your smartphone to bank, setting up these alerts can help protect your money.
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Jul 13, 2016How to get the most out of a checking account bonus
We found you can earn up to $400 by opening a checking account. But beware of strings.
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Jul 07, 2016His life savings were swiped by deceitful debit purchases. How? They were PIN-less
Stores allowed 165 transactions that weren’t secure, and he lost $50,000.
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May 19, 20166 places to be extra cautious with your debit card
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Apr 28, 2016What is a mobile wallet? 4 things you should know
Few people use mobile wallets today, but that’s changing. Here’s what to know.