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Managing Your Accounts

Learn everything you need to about your bank accounts. You will learn how to choose the right accounts for you. Additionally you will learn how to balance your accounts and take advantages of the services that your bank offers to you.
What Is the Difference Between a Credit Card and a Debit Card?
Credit cards and debit cards are very similar. You can use them in the same places, but there is one fundamental difference between the two accounts. Learn what that is and which one is the right choice for you to use.
Close Your Checking Account
If you are moving, or just looking for a new bank, it may be time to close your accounts. This is a simple process, but it is important that you follow each step exactly.
Can I Trust the Balance I Get at the ATM?
When you receive your available balance at the ATM, it is a mistake to assume that it is an accurate balance. You may have outstanding checks and other transactions. It is important to keep a running balance of your account.
Why Did They Place a Hold on My Checking Account?
If you have been told that they are placing a hold on a deposit you made to your account, you may be wondering why they did this and what it actually means. A hold means that the funds are not actually available to you for a certain amount of time.
All About Overdrafts
We all make mistakes, and so it is important to have some type of overdraft protection in place. However many banks offer a protection plan that will cost you a lot of money. Learn how to spot the bad plans and to find the good. It may be worth switching banks to do this.
How to Pay Your Bills Online
Paying your bills online can save you time and money. There are several options you can use to pay your bills online. Learn how to decide which one is the best for you to use.
Checking Accounts
Learn the basics of managing your checking account. You'll learn how to determine which account is the right one for you and things you can do to properly manage your checking account.
Keep a Running Balance of Your Account
By keeping a running balance of your checking account, you can protect yourself from being overdrawn. Learn how to keep track in your account ledger.
Balance Your Checkbook
Learn the basic steps to balancing your checkbook. Everyone should know how to do this the old fashioned way--without a computer. This article additionally walks you through the steps that your computer program will have you complete.
A Visual Example of How to Write a Check
Learn how to write a check with these step-by-step pictures and instructions.
What's Your Overdraft Protection Costing You?
Learn how overdraft protection works and what it really costs you to use it.
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