They may look the same, but they don't always work the same Katie Miller is a consumer financial services expert. She worked for almost two decades as an executive, leading multi-billion dollar ...

There are huge differences between swiping a debit card and swiping a credit card. And these differences go far beyond whether or not you’re racking up credit card debt. Debit and credit cards give ...

Buying calls and puts can increase your portfolio’s returns. But if you have traded enough options, you have likely seen a call or put lose significant value in a short amount of time. Debit and ...

Are credit cards better than debit cards? That depends on how you use them. Watch Professor MoneyTips Jeff Hoyt compare the benefits and risks of both credit and debit cards in our exclusive video ...

You are given the option of "debit or credit" when making purchases with your debit card. As it turns out, there's a lot more to consider before swiping your debit card to pay for that next purchase.

DALLAS -- When consumers step up to the cash register to pay for their holiday purchases this year, a large percentage will pay with a debit card. Debit cards have overtaken credit cards and other ...

Debit cards rely on checking accounts, while you can make online purchases with your checking account even if you do not provide your debit card. Here’s how they compare. What is the Relationship ...

Credit cards and debit cards look almost exactly alike but are actually quite different. Money you spend or withdraw using a debit card comes straight out of your bank account – you’re spending your ...