Compare Checking Accounts

A no-frills account that may be best for stock market hobbyists interested in same-day trades.

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An interest-bearing online checking account with up to 0.15% APY

It offers relationship rates on other savings products, but you’ll need a $5,000 minimum balance to avoid fees.

Look to functional accounts designed to help you re-establish sound banking habits despite your troubled financial past.

If you travel overseas or shop online at international stores, you could be paying up to four different fees. Find out when you get charged and how to save.

Find out how they work, what to look for in an account and what to watch out for. Plus, compare six accounts from top online banks.

Earn a little interest without limiting your transactions. But don’t expect it to replace your high-interest savings account.

Find out how they work, what the benefits are and what to look for in an account. Plus, compare top rewards checking accounts.

Deciding whether one, the other or both make the most sense for your financial situation.