Debit card rewards often play second fiddle to perks associated with their credit card cousins. But astute banks are fine-tuning their approach. Debit cards are a popular way to pay. Consumers between ...

Debit cards pull cash straight from your checking account, so a single bad transaction can drain real money in real time. I think twice before swiping in certain places, because reporting on dangerous ...

Credit cards aren't just more valuable than debit cards, with the ability to rack up cash back and travel rewards. They're also, in most cases, a lot safer. That's because unlike most debit cards, ...

With Target saying its data breach is much worse, here's what to watch for. Jan. 11, 2014— -- intro: Would you give a thief direct access to your checking account? No? Unfortunately, you may be ...

Handing over a debit card at hotel check-in looks simple, but it quietly reshapes your entire trip budget. Instead of just paying for the room, you are authorizing the property and your bank to lock ...

People want checking into a hotel to feel simple. Hand over your card, get your room keys, wander to the elevator. But the system behind that front desk is built for credit cards, not debit cards.