Banking Basics

Deciding which bank accounts are best can help minimize your costs and maximize your savings.
Checking Accounts
Compare your options
Find a free or low-fee checking account.
Savings Accounts
Search for savings
Save smartly with a little shopping around.
Certificates of deposit
Find CD rates
Earn returns while you stash your cash.

The basics

Learn more about checking accounts and find accounts with low fees and the best interest rates.
Get advice on savings accounts, one of the simplest types of accounts available to consumers.
A prepaid debit card is a convenient way to make payments without a bank account.
CDs are investment certificates that banks typically offer with a fixed term and rate of return.