There are several types of checking accounts to choose from, including basic, joint and specialty options. Some offer rewards or interest, while others are built for students, seniors or those ...

A traditional checking account, also called standard or basic, is your bare-bones account. “These accounts are very easy to access,” said Matt Hicks, vice president of deposit products and member ...

One of the most important parts of managing your money is deciding where to keep it. While you could park your cash under the mattress, a checking account at an FDIC-insured bank can be a much safer ...