You can use a prepaid debit card a lot like a traditional card to make purchases, but it’s important to understand the rules and fees. David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, ...

If you can't get a checking account or a credit card, a prepaid debit card might be an option for you. These cards are easy to get because there isn't a credit check. Your credit history doesn't ...

What is a prepaid debit card and how does it work? Prepaid debit cards open up a world of options, allowing you to buy things online, pay bills through web portals, and budget more effectively for ...

When you break out your plastic payment at checkout, generally the cashier or online payment portal makes no distinction between a credit card, a debit card or a prepaid debit card. All three carry a ...

Gift cards are the clear winner for a straightforward gift of cash. Prepaid debit cards are more like bank accounts. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Evan Zimmer has been writing about finance for years. After graduating with a journalism degree from SUNY Oswego, he wrote credit card content for Credit Card Insider (now Money Tips) before moving to ...

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California's initiative to deliver economic relief through the Middle Class Tax Refund (MCTR) has been a significant step in supporting residents amid inflationary pressures. Despite the program's ...

American Express Serve cards are no longer available for purchase. All Serve American Express Prepaid Debit Accounts will be closed on June 3, 2026. Prepaid debit cards are a simple way to pay for ...

According to latest numbers by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, about 14.1% of the population in the United States is under-banked. This means that millions of people may have difficulty ...