Banking
Trying to pick a bank account is a bit more complicated than your typical shopping decision—so we've read through the fine print for you. These articles present the results of our research in clear and simple language.
Best Savings Account Rates
Because everyone has slightly different needs, we always present a range of options in each area. The following deposit accounts offer the highest interest rates available.
Best Checking Accounts
From buying coffee to paying rent, we depend on checking accounts to cover all kinds of expenses. We've sorted through fees, rules and rates to help you determine which one makes sense for your situation.
Checking Accounts
Banking Statistics: Rates and Balances
We've used government surveys and other data to explore the history of the average interest rate and balance for each kind of bank account in the U.S.
Understanding Bank Accounts and Fees
Deposit accounts come with all sorts of jargon in their contracts. These articles should help you understand what goes on with different account types, bank fees and withdrawal limits.
Bank Account Guides
Bank Reviews
With more banking choices available than ever before, how do you go about deciding on the best one? Get started with our in-depth reviews of the most popular banks.
Banking 101
If you're still stumped, or if you need more general information about banking, chances are you'll find the answers in one of these articles.
Banking News
Best Banks in Pittsburgh
With so many banks and accounts to choose from, it may be difficult to choose the best checking or savings account for you. We have... Read More
Consumer Banking: Statistics and Trends
To understand the current landscape of consumer banking, we examined data from a variety of sources on topics ranging from banking... Read More
Best Banks in Kansas City
We've looked at dozens of different banks in Kansas City to find the best accounts for your situation. Read more about our picks and how we... Read More
Best Banks in Alabama
We looked through numerous banks and dozens of accounts based on fees and features, so you don't have to. Read which Alabamian banks are... Read More
Best Banks in Washington State
We've looked at dozens of different banks in Washington to find the best accounts, so you don't have to. Click to read which Washingtonian... Read More
Best Banks in Houston
As one of America's largest cities with many banks, finding the right bank in Houston may be difficult. We looked through dozens of account... Read More
Best Banks in Utah
With so much land and relatively few banks, choosing a bank in Utah may be difficult. So we analyzed banks from St. George to Salt Lake... Read More
Best Banks in South Carolina
There are hundreds of banks throughout South Carolina. Looking through all the checking and savings account options within the banks... Read More
Best Banks in Oregon
We've looked at dozens of different banks in Oregon to find the best accounts for you. Click to read which Oregon banks are the most... Read More