Debit cards feel safe because they are familiar, fast and backed by a bank account that quietly absorbs every tap and swipe. Yet the very design that makes them convenient also exposes you to risks ...

Not once, but twice my kids have gotten scammed by using their debit cards. They're not the only ones. While debit cards may seem like the more straightforward choice, using them for ...

Using a debit card feels convenient: it’s fast, familiar, and skips the interest rates. Still, not every swipe is safe. Debit cards pull money straight from your checking account, which means fraud ...

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Summer is here. The season for road trips, vacations, and PCS moves. Which means gas purchases, tickets, and a litany of other expenses that come with enjoying the hottest months of the year. While ...

With Target saying its data breach is much worse, here's what to watch for. Jan. 11, 2014— -- intro: Would you give a thief direct access to your checking account? No? Unfortunately, you may be ...

Banks have been scrambling to find ways to boost their revenue after the government stepped in to quash overdraft abuses and cap interchange fees. Free checking accounts have already become harder to ...

Credit cards are ideal for buying electronics, travel arrangements, and more. Learn how to maximize rewards, protect purchases, and build credit.

You sit down after a long day, open up TikTok, and begin browsing. What was determined to be only 5 minutes has now sunken into an hour, and your routine has been pushed aside for another night by the ...

Credit cards and debit cards look almost exactly alike but are actually quite different. Money you spend or withdraw using a debit card comes straight out of your bank account – you’re spending your ...