Debit Cards
Debit and prepaid debit cards make it easy to make purchases with money drawn from cardholders’ bank accounts or funds that have been loaded onto a card. The simplicity of these cards has made them a preferred payment method for millions of Americans.
Checking Basics
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How to fill out a money order
Completing a money order requires just a few simple steps. Here’s how.
3 min read Jan 24, 2023 -
Want to save money on paper checks? Skip your bank
You can spend less on reorders and still have the security features you need.
3 min read Nov 23, 2022 -
What to do if a bank rejects you for a checking account
Your banking past has come back to haunt you. Here’s how to ask for a second chance.
3 min read Oct 27, 2022 -
4 must-have features for checking accounts
From no fees to online bill pay, here are the must-have checking account features.
3 min read Oct 25, 2022 -
7 questions to ask before choosing a checking account
Opening a checking account is easy. Finding the right one is the hard part.
4 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
Apple Cash: How to use it to send and receive money
Here’s a convenient way for Apple device users to transfer money between friends and family.
5 min read Sep 19, 2022 -
What is Regulation E? Know how to protect yourself from electronic banking fraud and errors
The rule provides a framework for settling unauthorized debit-card transactions.
4 min read Sep 13, 2022 -
Bank overdraft protection: Do you need it?
Overdraft protection can be a helpful and convenient tool to avoid paying a steeper overdraft fee.
3 min read Aug 22, 2022 -
How to open a money market account: 5 steps to take
Opening a money market account involves just a few simple steps and it can really pay off.
3 min read Aug 15, 2022 -
How to get a debit card
Stop wasting time writing checks. Learn the faster, safer way to pay.
4 min read Aug 15, 2022 -
As gas prices soar, card networks raise pre-authorization holds on gas purchases
Pre-authorization limits for card purchases at gas pumps have risen to $175.
5 min read Aug 02, 2022 -
What is a cashier’s check? Definition, uses, how to buy one, cost and alternatives
This old-school way of paying is still in demand. Here’s everything you need to know.
4 min read Jul 01, 2022 -
7 places to save your extra money
These options are great places to stash money from a bonus, inheritance and more.
5 min read Jun 27, 2022 -
Debit-card spending limits: How to increase yours
Knowing your limit before making a purchase can help you make smarter decisions.
3 min read Jun 27, 2022 -
Places you should avoid using your debit card
Debit cards are inherently less secure than credit cards, especially at these spots.
5 min read May 25, 2022 -
Prepaid cards vs. debit cards
Debit cards and prepaid cards can be used similarly, but debit cards tend to be more convenient to manage.
4 min read May 11, 2022 -
How to transfer money from one bank to another: 4 ways
Keep fees in check when you shift money from one bank account to another.
4 min read May 11, 2022 -
7 tips for using mobile check deposit
Depositing a check using a smartphone is easy and can save you a trip to the bank.
4 min read Apr 21, 2022 -
6 smart reasons to balance your checking account
Balancing your checking account may sound dated, but it still makes sense.
2 min read Apr 21, 2022 -
How many bank accounts should you have?
Learn about the benefits of having multiple bank accounts and what to look for.
4 min read Apr 14, 2022