Web Extra: Beat Banking Fees
The fees your bank charges for various services and penalties have been going in one direction for the past decade: up. These charges can take a big bite out of your bottom line when put together, which is why Greg McBride of Bankrate.com has these fee fighting strategies:
1. Finding the right checking account is like finding the right spouse – compatibility is key. Look for non-interest checking accounts where fees are lower.
NOT SEEN ON T.V.: Most bank fees are completely avoidable, says Bankrate's Greg McBride.
