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Checking Accounts

Shopping around for a checking account

There are many differences between financial institutions and the services they offer, including the specifics of checking accounts. Here are some things to consider when shopping for a checking account:

Location
Availability of ATMs
Branch Offices
Hours of Operation

Fees
Monthly Fees (Balance Requirement)
Per Check Fees
Balance Inquiry Fees
ATM Fees

Other Charges
Overdraft Charges
Stop-Payment Fees
Certified Check Fees

Interest
Rate Earned
Minimum Deposit Requirement
Compounding Method

Restrictions
Minimum Balance
Deposit Insurance
Holding Period for Deposited Checks

Special Features
Direct Deposit
Automatic Payments
Overdraft Protection
Online Banking
Discounts or Free Checking for Students, Seniors or Certain Companies

 


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Why get a checking account?
Balancing your checkbook
Shopping around for a checking account
Do It
Making a deposit
Writing a check
Endorsing a check
Transaction register
Reading a bank statement
Balancing your checkbook
Quiz your credit knowledge
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