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A traditional checking account, also called standard or basic, is your bare-bones account. “These accounts are very easy to access,” said Matt Hicks, vice president of deposit products and member ...

A checking account is a useful tool for managing your everyday money, offering flexible access for frequent payments, withdrawing cash or covering emergencies. Because it’s designed for day-to-day ...

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