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Debit cards offer convenient access to your money. But there are some rules of thumbs for when your credit card may be better. Learn 5 places it's best to keep debit in your wallet.

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While many people rave about the benefits of credit card rewards, few people utilize the perks associated with their debit cards. Debit cards are usually issued by your bank or credit union for free ...

These days, everything is about ease of use — and spending your money has never been easier. Every store takes your debit card, there are ATM kiosks everywhere, and now you can even tap your phone in ...

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. Credit cards offer a number of key benefits over debit ...

Your debit card takes money straight out of your checking account the moment you swipe. That direct connection exposes you to unnecessary risk. If you fall victim to theft or fraud, criminals can use ...

A debit card is a physical payment card that is used to electronically access the money you have in your bank account to make purchases or transfer money. Debit cards can be used at point-of-sale ...

A store credit card isn't the only way to get exclusive perks. Although not widely publicized, two major retailers offer store-branded debit cards that draw directly from customers' checking accounts.