U.S. adults on average have used the same primary checking account for more than 17 years and the same savings account for nearly 17 years, the survey found. The reasons largely centered on convenience. While that sounds sensible, plenty of consumers could benefit from replacing their accounts with better options.| Bankrate
Starting an emergency fund is often emphasized, but we don't talk as much about when you should tap into that money. Here's what you need to know.| Bankrate
FDIC protects consumers and their deposits if a bank fails. Here's what you need to know.| Bankrate
These smartphone apps help make saving automatic by regularly setting aside small amounts of money. See how your spare change can add up.| Bankrate
A number of banks will pay you just for signing up for a savings or checking account or for referring a friend. If you follow their rules, you could walk away with hundreds of dollars.| Bankrate
When managing your money, spacing on saving can be costly. Here’s how automating the transfer of money from checking to savings can help.| Bankrate
Budgets are an important part of a healthy financial life. Building a budget can take some time, but it doesn’t have to be difficult.| Bankrate
Out-of-network ATM fees are at an all-time high, while overdraft fees are back on the rise. We show the fees among major cities, and ways to avoid them.| Bankrate
