Everyone needs a checking account. So, what should you look for when shopping around for a checking account?

Seen bizarre activity on your statement from your own bank? That might be the sneaky, new bank junk fees that are really angering customers.

Many checking accounts that charge a monthly fee offer a way to waive the fee. In most cases, you’ll just need to hold a specific minimum balance in the account to avoid paying the fee. If your ...

A number of fees can easily be waived by linking accounts or taking other steps. Others can often be waived upon request in ...

NEW YORK - First, terms on credit cards got harsher. Now some people are seeing higher fees on their checking accounts. Citibank customers with Access or EZ checking accounts now will be charged a ...

Checking your bank statement shouldn't feel like a jump scare, but between maintenance costs and ATM charges, those small fees can go unnoticed and add up to hundreds of dollars a year.