Even if interest rates fall in 2026, the right bank accounts can still protect your cash, flexibility, and peace of mind.

Chanelle Bessette is a personal finance writer at NerdWallet covering Banking, especially Checking Accounts and Cash Management Accounts. She previously worked at Fortune, Forbes and the Reno ...

We've found the best free checking accounts so that you don't have to settle for monthly fees. We understand how important it is to have a reliable and convenient checking account to manage your daily ...

One of these banks can earn you up to $300 just for opening a new account. Read our list of picks to learn how to get started ...

Deciding where to open a checking account depends on an individual’s unique set of needs — whether it’s fee-free withdrawals, access to a vast network of ATMs, overdraft protection, sign-up bonuses or ...

Not all checking accounts pay interest. Among those that do, the numbers are pretty dismal — the average only pays 0.07%, according to the latest government data. Despite those low returns, dozens of ...

SoFi’s Checking and Savings account earns a 0.50% APY (variable and subject to change) on the balance in its checking portion. Customers who enroll in SoFi Plus with direct deposit, or pay a $10 SoFi ...