Michael Benninger is lead editor of banking at Forbes Advisor and a former writer at Finder, specializing in banking. His work and analysis has been featured in Business Insider, Yahoo Finance, GoBankingRates and the Los Angeles Times, among other top media. He holds a B.A. in business administration and marketing from Rowan University in New Jersey.
Expertise
- Kids’ banking products
- Cash management accounts
- Fintechs and neobanks
Experience
- Expert in kids’ bank accounts and prepaid debit cards
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in business administration and marketing | Rowan University | 1998–2002
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Shopping for a new home? Here are five of the best mortgage lenders in America.

First Citizens Bank Free Checking review
First Citizens Bank Free Checking includes budgeting features, but it’s not available nationwide.

First National Bank Freestyle Checking account review
First National Bank Freestyle Checking has no monthly fee, but it doesn’t earn interest.

First National Bank eStyle account review
First National Bank eStyle is an online bank account without check-writing privileges.

First National Bank Lifestyle Checking account review
First National Bank Lifestyle checking earns interest and includes a safe deposit box.

Figure Pay prepaid debit card review
The Figure Pay card is free and earns rewards, but it lacks several standard features.

16 banks with early direct deposit
Early direct deposits allow you to access your paycheck before it usually processes. Compare over 15 banks that offer this feature.

Sable Bank account review
Sable’s debit card earns rewards, but you can’t deposit checks or use ATMs for free.

Extra debit card review
The Extra debit card offers rewards and can build your credit score, but is it legit?
