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How to balance a checking account: A guideBalancing your bank account can help you reach financial goals, catch fraudulent activity, and gives you more control over your money.
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How to endorse a checkThere's more to endorsing a check than providing your signature. Learn more about the check endorsement process to help ensure smooth, errorfree transactions.
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What are the benefits of direct deposit?Direct deposit refers to the digital transfer of payment into a recipient’s checking or savings account. Learn about the benefits of direct deposit.
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How to sign over a checkCheck recipients can sign over a check to someone else to give them the funds. Learn more about why you might sign over a check and how to properly do it.
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What is a P2P payment and how does it work?Peer-to-peer, or P2P payments are a way to electronically send and receive money to another person, usually instantly. Read on to learn the pros and cons of using P2P platforms for person use.
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CD renewal: A complete guideRenewing your CD is a step done once your CD matures, which means moving your funds into a new CD. Learn about the CD renewal process and its advantages today!
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How often should you check your bank statement?Regularly checking your bank statements may help and avoid overspending. Learn tips for monitoring your bank account balance.
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Stop payment: How does it work?A stop payment stops a check or other payment types from processing in the case of any errors or fraud. Learn how a stop payment may protect account holders.
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A guide to opening a checking account onlineOpen a checking account online today by selecting the one that best fits your needs and follow these steps to opening a checking account online.
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How to open a checking account: A step-by-step guideWhat do you need to open a checking account? Learn the requirements and steps for how to open a checking account through our guide.
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How to get a debit cardWith a debit card, you’ll be able to make purchases with funds in your linked checking account. Learn more about how to get a debit card.
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What do you need to open a bank account?Find out more about bank's specific eligibility requirements when opening a new bank account. Make sure you have the needed documentation in order to open a bank account.
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