With an online account, instead of using checks to pay bills, expenses are debited directly from the account. Because the accounts are designed for strictly online use, they typically come with higher ...

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Banks often charge monthly fees just to maintain your checking account. Some charge penalties if your account dips below the required minimum balance, or they may charge fees for using competing banks ...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regions Bank on Thursday announced the launch of Regions Now Checking SM, a checking account that combines the convenience of modern banking with no overdraft fees.

Most banks offer free checking if, for instance, customers have their paycheck direct deposited or they maintain an average minimum balance. The majority of people with checking accounts (73%) take ...