Is a money market account safer than a checking account? Here's a side-by-side comparison of what to know so you can make the best choice for your goals.

A traditional checking account, also called standard or basic, is your bare-bones account. “These accounts are very easy to access,” said Matt Hicks, vice president of deposit products and member ...

When you’re nearing retirement age, you’ll see plenty of discounts and perks aimed at seniors. Among them: senior checking accounts. Should you get one? The quick answer: not necessarily. A senior ...

February exposes the hidden cost of idle cash. Here's why leaving too much money in checking quietly costs you interest every ...

The balance of your checking accounts says a lot more about your financial fitness than you realize. While most conventional financial wisdom centers around building a big portfolio of savings and ...

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