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 ...

Handing over a debit card at hotel check-in looks simple, but it quietly reshapes your entire trip budget. Instead of just paying for the room, you are authorizing the property and your bank to lock ...

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Learn about prepaid debit cards, their benefits, fees, and whether they're right for you. Discover how they compare to regular debit cards and alternative options.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3)—The publication Payments Dive reports that 11 states are considering legislation to cap swipe fees for cards. Fees for credit and debit cards are on the mind of our viewer, ...

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Debit card rewards often play second fiddle to perks associated with their credit card cousins. But astute banks are fine-tuning their approach. Debit cards are a popular way to pay. Consumers between ...

Most people swipe their debit card without thinking about risk. It runs through your checking account, it feels secure, and the money moves fast. But "fast" isn't the same as "safe," and a lot of ...

People want checking into a hotel to feel simple. Hand over your card, get your room keys, wander to the elevator. But the system behind that front desk is built for credit cards, not debit cards.