With more than 15 years of experience crafting content about all aspects of personal finance, Michael Benninger knows how to identify smart moves for your money. His work has been published by Intuit, ...

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Consumers looking for a new checking account may find that online banks offer features that aren’t available at the bank down the street. Brick-and-mortar banks may offer these checking account ...

With a couple of personal documents handy, you can easily open a checking account online. Look beyond promotional offers to check for monthly maintenance fees, ATM charges and overdraft fees. After ...

The best checking accounts are a lot like having your very own personal finance assistant. They make it convenient to pay your bills, accept mobile deposits and transfer money between accounts. They ...

With a background in education and a fascination with finance, Emily Batdorf writes approachable content for consumers who want to deepen their understanding of personal finance topics. She loves ...

Nearly three out of four people don’t pay fees for their checking accounts — but that means a quarter still do. According to CNBC, studies show that 27% of account holders pay to use a bank’s checking ...

We might earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. The McClatchy Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. A checking account is a ...

We might earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of the links. The McClatchy Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. Banks make it easier and ...