The wolf at the door may not be what you think.

Debit cards are as vulnerable to theft as credit cards and offer limited fraud protection. Depending on how soon you report the fraud, you could be responsible for up to $50 in unauthorized ...

Every time you tap your debit card, you are giving direct access to the cash in your checking account. In low‑risk situations that can be convenient, but in the wrong place a single compromised ...

Maybe you see an unfamiliar charge on your bank statement. Or you notice your debit card isn’t in its normal place in your wallet. If you suspect bank account fraud, now is the time to take action.

Skimming, in which criminals install discreet devices and tiny cameras on point-of-sale terminals to steal your info, is increasingly common — as I learned the hard way. Money; Getty Images A few ...

A New Jersey courier scam highlights the severe liability risks consumers face when using debit cards compared to credit ...

This article discusses how debit and credit cards work, including their pros and cons. It ends with some helpful tips and ...

Wire fraud losses often aren’t protected by the FDIC or the Electronic Funds Transfer Act. Here’s what banks cover, what they ...