Debit Cards
Debit and prepaid debit cards provide convenient and secure payment options for consumers, allowing easy access to funds without the risk of accruing debt.
Explore debit card basics
Debit cards can offer additional perks to help you save more of your money.
Debit cards and prepaid cards can be used similarly, but debit cards tend to have fewer fees.
Knowing your limit before making a purchase can help you make smarter decisions.
Use your debit card wisely
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Daily ATM withdrawal limits
It's important to know how much you can withdraw from your bank's ATMs in a given day to help you better handle financial emergencies that require cash.
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Available account balance vs. current balance
Understand the differences between the two balances you may see when looking at your bank account.
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Checking account and ATM fee study
Maintaining a checking account with a debit card can come at a high cost. Learn how rising ATM fees and other banking fees are impacting consumers.
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- Introduction to Checking Accounts
Spend money, pay bills, write checks or make fund transfers with a checking account.
Not all checking accounts are created equal.
Finding the account of your dreams comes down to knowing what you want and the features you value most.
Here are simple steps to take to avoid paying checking account fees.
Checks aren’t as ubiquitous as they once were, but you may still have to write one.
There are several ways to deposit a check — some are simpler than others.
Setting up direct deposit is typically easy and can save you a lot of time. Here’s how.
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