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 ...

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Americans are, by and large, banked: More than 95% of U.S. households have at least one, according to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC). And there are a bevy of banking options to choose from ...

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Checking accounts are generally intended for short-term deposits and expenses. But some offer interest rates on account balances. When checking accounts offer interest, the rates are generally on the ...

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If you need a bank account to pay for everyday expenses like bills, groceries or other purchases, you'll want to open a checking account. If you don't have, no longer have or are considering a new ...

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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 ...