A free checking account sounds like a no-brainer, offering easy access to your money with no annual fees. But “free” sometimes comes with strings attached. Some checking accounts waive fees only if ...

Even if interest rates fall in 2026, the right bank accounts can still protect your cash, flexibility, and peace of mind.

SoFi’s Checking and Savings account earns a 0.50% APY (variable and subject to change) on the balance in its checking portion. Customers who enroll in SoFi Plus with direct deposit, or pay a $10 SoFi ...

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 ...

Everyone likes freebies. And free checking accounts are easier than ever to find, especially if you’re over 55. Free checking typically means you don’t pay a monthly account maintenance fee, which can ...

According to research from Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE: COF) Insights Center, 86% of Americans, including older consumers, are digitally literate and apt at using digital platforms for ...

Banks and credit unions typically pay little to no interest for a checking account — among the ones that actually do, the average annual percentage yield is just 0.07%, according to the latest ...