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Aug 31, 20175 things Wells Fargo account victims should do
If you were caught up in the banking, credit card or auto scandals, here are your next steps.
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Aug 24, 2017Chase will no longer replace lost debit cards at its branches
It may take a week to replace your missing card. Here’s what to do while you wait.
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Aug 15, 2017Rewards checking account yields remain frozen. Here’s why
Though a rate thaw is unlikely, a high-yield checking account still may be a smart place for you to save.
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Aug 04, 2017How much does an overdraft cost? It could get easier to find out
New disclosures could help you better judge the value of checking account overdraft coverage.
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Aug 03, 2017Turned down for a checking account? Regulators say Chase needs to explain why
The big bank was just fined $4.6 million for not being clearer about its rejections.
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Jul 26, 2017Ready to take your bank to court? Not so fast
Congress may kill a new rule that would allow customers to sue their financial institutions.
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Jun 22, 2017Amazon rewards debit card users, too
Sweet perks aren’t just reserved for customers who pay with a credit card.
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May 25, 2017Should a checking account be your next savings account?
A Wisconsin credit union offers two different checking accounts that pay more than the best savings accounts.
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Oct 04, 20162016 Bankrate checking account survey
Checking fees are at record highs, according to our yearly survey of the 25 top U.S. markets.
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Mar 21, 2017Smart Banking: Little-known facts on debit cards
Find out how debit cards work and how new technology protects you against fraud.