Banking basics
When working to reach financial independence, aligning goals and personal banking decisions is one of the keys to success.
Personal banking 101
Learn the basics of personal banking from what types of bank accounts are the best fit for your needs to steps to take in opening an account.
banking basicsThe debt avalanche method for repayment
With different debt repayment methods, it’s best to know how they work. Here is what the debt avalanche method is and how it can work for you.
banking basicsHow to take control of your finances
Controlling your finances doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here are a few tips and tricks you can put into practice to learn how to manage your finances.
banking basicsThe debt snowball strategy
Use the snowball method to repay debts and discover how the debt snowball effect can motivate you to reach financial goals. Find tips to pay debt!
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How to balance a checking account: A guide
Balancing your bank account can help you reach financial goals, catch fraudulent activity, and gives you more control over your money.banking basics
How to endorse a check
There's more to endorsing a check than providing your signature. Learn more about the check endorsement process to help ensure smooth, errorfree transactions.banking basics
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.banking basics
How to sign over a check
Check 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.banking basics
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.banking basics
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.banking basics
A guide to opening a checking account online
Open a checking account online today by selecting the one that best fits your needs and follow these steps to opening a checking account online.banking basics
How to open a checking account: A step-by-step guide
What 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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