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Table of Contents
- What is a FICO score?
- What is married filing jointly?
- What is a REIT?
- See CD rates by term and type
- What is the energy efficient home improvement credit?
- Fund definition
- Dividend definition
- Compare types of bank accounts
- Still deciding on the right carrier? Compare Medigap plans
- Stock market definition
- What is a budget planner?
- What is innocent spouse relief?
- What is a W-4?
- What is inventory turnover ratio?
- What is a Treasury bill?
- What is a brokerage account?
- Ready to get started? Here's what to do next
- Our Take
- Why is retirement planning important?
- The parts of Medicare
- Still deciding on the right carrier? Compare Medicare Part D Plans
- About Roth IRAs
- What is a cashier's check?
- What is a fiduciary?
- Life insurance buying guide
- Net worth defined
- What is Upwork?
- Key takeaways
- What is a home equity line of credit?
- Mortgage rates this week
- Find the right business loan
- What is personal finance?
- What is a budget?
- 401(k) withdrawal calculator
- Definitions: Money Transfer Rates
- Medicare Advantage companies
- What Medicare covers
- 6 steps to opening a Roth IRA
- Find the right Medicare Part D prescription drug plan
- What is invoice financing?
- What is a mortgage refinance?
- Should you bother with airline rewards?
- What’s in it for you?
- Optional: Get an airline credit card?
- Optimize your miles
- Expert level: Earn elite status
- Additional resources
- What is a Closing Disclosure?
- You value Orbucks rewards
- Are property taxes deductible?
- What is a cash-back app?
- What to expect flying Alaska Airlines premium class
- How much emergency fund should I have?
- Estate planning checklist
- Best-performing gold ETFs
- What are dividend stocks?
- Takeaways From 'Get Smart With Money'
- About State Farm home insurance
- Bullish vs. bearish: What’s the difference?
- How many IRAs can you have? How many Roth IRAs?
- About USAA home insurance
- U.S. passport renewal
- What is a money market account?
- 1. Soak up some sun on the beach
- Does homeowners insurance cover plumbing problems?
- About NJM home insurance
- How to make money as a kid
- What is YouTube Premium?
- What is Etsy?
- What is a tax levy?
- What is a target-date fund?
- How to get your free credit report information
- 1. Determine how much to save for a down payment
- High-dividend ETFs may generate income
- What is a 1099?
- What is a spot Bitcoin ETF?
- Set your own rules
- How is rental income taxed?
- What is an index fund?
- ETFs for beginners
- What is a routing number?
- If you're receiving Social Security benefits
- What is a credit freeze?
- Is your business eligible?
- What is a reverse mortgage?
- What are stock simulators?
- 7 of the best apps to make money
- Can you withdraw money from a 401(k) early?
- What is a savings account?
- Portfolio definition
- Preparing to buy tips
- What is a goodwill letter or late payment removal letter?
- When are taxes due in 2024?
- What is personal property insurance?
- Explore free options first
- Key findings
- The Equal Credit Opportunity Act
- Savings accounts
- What is a solo 401(k) plan?
- Keep your inheritance to yourself (for now)
- What are Vanguard index funds?
- The stock market explained
- How to get paid on YouTube
- Spirit Airlines seat assignment
- What is Global Entry?
- What does APY mean?
- SC Housing highlights and eligibility requirements
- How do I get Southwest drink coupons?
- Types of lines of credit
- Can you transfer American Airlines miles to Alaska?
- Airlines in the Star Alliance
- What is purchase protection?
- What to know about National Emerald Club
- What is home equity?
- 1. Shop at stores with rewards programs
- 8 types of car insurance (plus 1)
- How much does a wire transfer cost?
- Pros & Cons
- Get the loyalty bonus
- What is identity theft insurance?
- How do CDs work?
- What does this value mean?
- What to expect flying business class with Copa Airlines
- When do I need a cashier's check?
- What is a conventional mortgage?
- Microsoft Office Excel budget templates
- In this issue
- What is Vanguard?
- How much is a speeding ticket in California?
- Is Upwork a legit way to make money?
- How can a CPA help you with taxes?
- 7 best-performing AI stocks
- What is Sam’s Club?
- What a mortgage servicer does
- 1. Certificates of deposit (CDs)
- What is wealth management, and what does a wealth manager do?
- Capital gains tax on stocks: Do you have to pay?
- SIPC insurance rules
- How voluntary repossession works
- Home improvement loan calculator
- Virginia state income tax rates and tax brackets
- Online marketplace and auction sites
- 1. 'Stack' store and manufacturer's coupons
- What is a down payment?
- Roth IRA pros and cons
- Nerdy takeaways:
- Invest based on your goals
- Why is personal finance important?
- Delta credit cards currently available
- Trip delay
- Best-performing biotech ETFs
- How to get free stuff online or in person
- Key takeaways
- How to pass a rental credit check
- How many bags can you bring on Virgin Atlantic?
- 13 ways to get the best online deals
- How to use a savings goal calculator
- All about the Schumer box
- What is the Walt Disney World VIP tour?
- National first-time home buyer programs
- NCHFA highlights and eligibility requirements
- 1. Report lost debit cards ASAP
- Frugal food tips
- How to open a liquor store: A step-by-step guide
- How to buy Palantir stock
- Best-performing REIT stocks: April 2024
- What is the child tax credit?
- California state income tax brackets and rates
- What is a business loan default?
- How do CDs work?
- The best budget apps
- What is the typical down payment on a house?
- How do LLC taxes work?
- 2023 Arizona state income tax rates and tax brackets
- January
- Why issuers offer gift cards
- The best car insurance
- What is tax debt relief?
- What does homeowners insurance cover?
- What types of passport services are available?
- Why you shouldn’t gift a house
- Best-performing U.S. equity mutual funds
- Key differences between Oahu and Maui
- Do rent payments affect credit?
- What is an insurance broker?
- What is a bonus?
- What does SSSS mean on a boarding pass?
- Seven steps to basic estate planning
- 1. Reward social media sharing
- Capital One CD rates
- Create a budget plan that works for you
- What qualifies for innocent spouse relief?
- Before you invest
- How we found the best travel insurance
- Average car loan interest rates by credit score
- What is early retirement age?
- 15 best business startup books to read
- 529 contribution limits by state
- 40 best startup business ideas
- Using your maiden name on a passport
- 1. Set your budget
- More space, but not necessarily more comfort
- 1. Consider an IRA
- Auto insurance
- Step 1: Check your credit
- 50/30/20 budget calculator
- Pros and cons of secured and unsecured loans
- Fannie Mae HomeReady
- What is my net worth?
- First, some background
- Prioritize necessities
- Roth IRA contribution limits 2024
- What to expect flying first class with Singapore Airlines
- Three years
- 1. Airlines, including Delta, aren’t required to provide compensation for delays
- Do vet more than one home inspector
- The value of Marriott Bonvoy points
- 1. Racking up credit card debt on an untested idea
- Down payments: Quick tips and more resources
- About Samsonite and Travelpro
- What are credit freezes and credit locks?
- Refinance to a lower rate
- Minimum wage over time
- A personal loan for rent is an expensive option
- Who can get a business credit card?
- How does financing a business work?
- Reasons to buy a second home
- What does a bookkeeper do?
- 1. Start investing as early as possible
- CD early withdrawal penalty calculator
- What to do if you overcontributed to your 401(k)
- What does this value mean?
- Spirit baggage fees: The basics
- What is a sole proprietorship?
- Consequences of transcript withholding
- The best flight booking sites
- Should you withdraw money from a 401(k) early?
- Pros
- What is equity in business?
- Industry leaders split on the future of revenge travel
- Applying for a credit card online
- General advice for international money transfers
- What is Mint?
- Overview of Hyatt award chart
- The four types of profit margin and what they tell you
- You don’t need a formal business structure
- How balance transfers work
- What is options trading?
- How people use reverse mortgages
- How does refinancing work?
- Why is having a low credit utilization important?
- Disney FastPass vs. Genie+
- Quick facts about Zelle
- Why is a FICO score important?
- How to invest in mutual funds
- Small-town business ideas
- 4 easy ways to start investing with little money
- HELOCs and home equity loans compared
- It's not a done deal
- Reviewing the Closing Disclosure
- Energy efficient home improvement credit 2023
- What goes into the credit card interest calculation
- What is the ‘donut hole’ in Medicare?
- What is infinite banking?
- 1. It’s a premium travel card at a premium price
- What is adjusted gross income (AGI)?
- Student loan payoff calculator
- Passport photo clothing requirements
- Tips to get cheap Amtrak tickets
- Best cash-back apps of 2023
- When to write a financial aid appeal letter
- Best free e-commerce website builders at a glance
- 8 steps to open a car detailing business
- What is the gift tax?
- The problems with joint spousal consolidation loans
- How long does it take to close on a home?
- VA loan vs. FHA loan
- Late winter and early spring
- What happens when the appraisal is lower than the offer?
- Key takeaways
- Uncovering your financial beliefs
- The best time to book rental cars
- Best day to book a flight
- At a glance
- Best ways to consolidate credit card debt
- How Treasury bills work
- How to consolidate your debt
- The best Hilton hotels in Hawaii for award travelers
- How to keep an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau
- How to budget money
- Why credit cards have expiration dates
- What does this value mean?
- How much is HelloFresh?
- How do brokerage accounts work?
- 1. Resort hop via the monorail
- Too much debt or too little income
- 1. You won’t pay an annual fee, but you do need to be a Co-op member
- When can you withdraw from a Roth IRA?
- What the settlement could change
- Cash back
- When can you retire?
- 1. Submit an appeal
- Taxes on 401(k) contributions
- Length of credit history vs. credit age
- How to change your credit card due date
- Best fleet fuel cards
- What is a Vanguard mutual fund?
- What is a state income tax?
- How to remove yourself as an authorized user
- The bull call spread
- Pros of refinancing your car loan
- What happens to the World of Hyatt partnership?
- What are estimated tax payments?
- What alternatives are available?
- Using an intermediary
- How much is YouTube Premium?
- Understanding your home improvement loan calculator results
- What is Opendoor?
- Average savings account rate: 0.46%
- What are seat selection fees?
- 1. There are two Merrick Bank credit cards
- What does it mean to refinance a business loan?
- 5 Ways to get started in real estate investing
- Economic outlook for 2024
- Research
- Biggest life insurers in the U.S.
- What happened to egg prices in March?
- Tax deductions for rental property
- Key findings
- What is a good APR for a credit card?
- Types of personal finance software and apps
- How does mortgage insurance work?
- What is a hard inquiry?
- 1. File ASAP
- What is the Chevron deference?
- 1. Clean up your credit
- What is Costco?
- If you're not getting Social Security yet
- What is a tax credit?
- What is buy now, pay later?
- Homes available for sale will increase
- Options for passing on credit card fees to customers
- 1. Know your bank’s mobile check deposit requirements
- Do other countries have credit scores?
- How to start day trading
- The 41 best online business ideas
- 6 things to know about Alaska flight delay compensation
- American Family
- What is P2P payment?
- Why use a stock market simulator?
- How to send money online, on mobile or in person
- The best money-making apps
- Who can use the married filing jointly status?
- Heating and cooling
- What is the 401(k) early withdrawal penalty?
- What to consider when building a portfolio
- Do goodwill letters work?
- You’re flexible with hotel brands
- Start with your student loan servicer
- How to make money online
- 1. Set your budget
- Easier peer-to-peer payments
- The FDIC insurance limit: $250,000 per depositor, per institution, per category
- Women are less likely to manage their own investments
- Where to find free protection
- Breakdown of central air costs
- How FICO 10 and FICO 10T are different
- Cash bonuses on cards with no annual fee
- Deductibles
- What is the 10-year Treasury?
- What are gold ETFs?
- What is a business credit score?
- How to find your credit card closing date
- 1. Rewards credit cards
- How does home equity work?
- How to invest in stocks in 6 steps
- What is a flexible spending account, or FSA?
- If you're worried, take action
- Transaction types
- Netflix subscription cost
- Table of Contents
- Spirit Airlines bag fees
- Banks that offer joint business accounts
- 1. Your home is the collateral backing the credit card
- The income-driven plan you use
- Securian Financial life insurance
- How does a secured loan work?
- Meme coin mayhem
- Find out how much your car is worth
- The best ways to use Marriott Bonvoy points
- First, a court decision
- 1. Apply for scholarships, fellowships and other grants
- Start where you are
- Key takeaways
- What is the price of a Sam’s Club membership?
- How your servicer can help if you’re behind on payments
- How do expense trackers work?
- How do wealth managers get paid?
- Do you pay taxes on stocks you don't sell?
- Rite Aid
- How to upgrade your American Express card
- What is ‘cash stuffing’?
- Best banks for business loans
- Conceptualize and research your Etsy idea
- 1. Participate in paid market research
- How to read a credit report and what to look for
- Pros
- How biotech ETFs work
- 7 high-dividend ETFs
- Jewelry insurance from your home insurer
- Top 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs by fee
- What is a digital nomad?
- 28 ways to save money
- How do index funds work?
- Localized listing price dip makes a few metros more affordable
- Elite status tiers
- Does Original Medicare cover hearing aids?
- What is a credit score?
- Easier comparisons could lead to savings
- Best Medicare Part D plans
- What is IRS Free File?
- When you’ll need your routing number
- How to find your EIN
- Pathways for credit card debt settlement
- 11 best investments right now
- What’s a good credit score with FICO vs. VantageScore
- 1. The card’s promotional financing offers can be risky
- How to freeze your credit with all 3 bureaus
- You can do it yourself
- Summary of cash advance apps
- Key findings
- Wells Fargo Active Cash® Card
- Mint vs. NerdWallet at a glance
- How are dividends taxed?
- What is a mature CD’s grace period?
- Why you need a savings account
- Which projects qualify for the home improvement credit?
- How do funds work?
- What is the property tax deduction limit?
- How much is car insurance?
- How will the Student Aid Index be calculated?
- Take your time
- How to set up an Apple AirTag tracker
- Bonus tax rate
- Square Online: Best free e-commerce website builder
- Types of USDA loans
- Property type
- 2. Leverage brand ambassadors
- Who can get Global Entry?
- 20 high-dividend stocks
- 5 steps to get preapproved for a home loan
- 4 great first investments
- Why the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is better for most people
- How is inventory turnover ratio calculated?
- How to use purchase protection
- What is the Walmart MoneyCenter?
- 2. Install a browser extension
- 529 contributions and the gift tax
- 1. Tax planning starts with understanding your tax bracket
- What is liquid net worth?
- Wire transfer fees by financial institution
- Paperwork required if your passport has a maiden name
- What does identity theft insurance cover?
- What are American Airlines Loyalty Points?
- What are the pros and cons of money market accounts?
- 2. Take a surfing lesson
- Banking
- Student loan forgiveness programs
- Where can I get a cashier’s check?
- What is fiduciary duty?
- What is the 50/30/20 rule?
- Vanguard funds: Active vs. passive
- How to get Upwork jobs
- Easier path to elite status
- Corebridge Financial life insurance
- Best life insurance for children in April 2024
- Six years
- How is PMI calculated?
- 9 Small Luxury Hotels of the World properties to look forward to booking with Hilton points
- Capital One debit cards on Discover’s network
- Ways to earn money as a younger kid
- Credit freeze vs. lock
- Ways to avoid seat selection fees
- Cheapest term life insurance companies for April 2024
- Are there balance transfer cards for bad credit?
- Where to buy Treasury bonds, notes or bills
- Financing options for small businesses
- 2. Find a coupon database or a browser extension
- When your ex is alive: Divorced spousal benefits
- When will the IRS issue a tax levy?
- Top target-date funds with low costs for 2024
- Examples of personal finance in everyday life
- What is an LLC?
- What you can dispute
- Wells Fargo Rewards: The basics
- What is a 1099 form used for?
- What’s the purpose of a budget?
- Know your credit score
- Expect to pay significantly higher rates after a DUI
- Types of ETFs
- 2. Avoid the mail
- You don’t need existing business credit history
- Understanding your required coverages
- Track your monthly spending
- First, adjust your attitude
- How a home equity sharing agreement works
- Compare car insurance rates by age
- Costco membership price
- Do you need insurance to rent a car?
- 1. T.J. Maxx loyalists can rake in rewards ...
- How to claim the ERC
- The best whole life insurance companies of April 2024
- The benefits of Hyatt elite status
- How Pay Over Time works
- What to do if you have money on Gemini Earn
- Real estate agent commissions
- How to lower your credit utilization
- What is a good FICO score?
- Best car insurance in New Jersey overall: Travelers
- Cheap car insurance
- How to calculate your home equity
- Best-performing REIT mutual funds: April 2024
- How much is the child tax credit worth?
- What reasons can you withdraw from your 401(k) early?
- YNAB, for hands-on zero-based budgeting
- Do I have to pay Arizona state income tax?
- What are the four stages for the Medicare donut hole?
- What are dividend stocks and why buy them?
- Lean on investments or savings, if you have them
- Strides in the workplace
- When to use an insurance broker
- Federal student loan limits
- How the market works
- Why do travelers get SSSS?
- Do I have to select a seat on Spirit Airlines?
- How to use this consolidation calculator
- More details about Capital One CDs
- Where State Farm stands out
- How to fill out a W-4
- Elite status
- How to improve your BBB rating: What the Better Business Bureau looks for
- Liability insurance
- Where USAA stands out
- What LifeLock does and what it costs
- 2. Ask about tuition payment plans
- Applying for a U.S. passport for the first time
- Calculator: Convert Flying Blue miles to a dollar value
- Comparing government loans and conventional mortgages
- AARP life insurance
- Google Sheets budget templates
- 20 high-dividend stocks
- Call lenders and service providers
- Roth IRA contribution deadline
- Best car insurance in Florida overall: Travelers
- Where NJM stands out
- Why the Wells Fargo Active Cash® Card is better for most people
- Do get a home inspection for new construction
- How to choose the best crypto wallet
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- Welcome bonus
- Do you need to put 20% down on a house?
- Calculator assumptions
- Are we in a recession?
- Baggage insurance
- How does equity financing work?
- Bank wire transfer
- 1. Mortgage interest deduction
- What’s happening to Mint?
- Business or pleasure ... or something else?
- PMI vs. MIP
- Does Zelle report to the IRS?
- 529 college savings and prepaid plans
- What does the Schumer box tell you?
- New York state income tax rates
- Advantages and disadvantages of reverse mortgages
- How does invoice financing work?
- Frugal shopping tips
- What is the dividend tax rate?
- What you need to know about savings accounts
- How to write a late payment removal letter
- 1. Glendale, Arizona
- 5 tax relief options
- How extra student loan payments work
- What does personal property insurance cover?
- Which services will report your rent payments?
- Fetch Rewards
- How much does Alaska Airlines premium class cost?
- Does a partial payment affect your credit score?
- What happens at a mortgage loan closing?
- 3. Consider an employee perspective
- The benefits of having multiple IRAs
- Best day to fly
- What is a personal line of credit?
- How to convert American miles to dollars (calculator)
- Late payments or bankruptcy
- Roth IRA withdrawal rules
- 5 steps for retirement planning
- Use the Travel Center
- 2. Decide how much you want to invest
- How can I get a cashier’s check?
- How to find a CPA or tax accountant near you
- How state income tax rates work
- Today’s HELOC rates
- Is there a Sam’s Club Membership discount?
- Seven years
- How much is PMI?
- 2. Delta will keep customers informed about delays
- 2. Cash management accounts
- When are estimated taxes due?
- How much money do you need for wealth management?
- 2. Giving employees cards without a spending policy
- Samsonite vs. Travelpro comparison
- When to use a credit freeze
- How voluntary repossession affects your credit and finances
- Refinance to a longer term
- Best affordable homeowners insurance in New Mexico: Travelers
- State minimum wages in 2024
- When taking a personal loan for rent may make sense
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- Tips to start your digital nomad life
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- Why invest in index funds?
- Top Hyatt beach resorts
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- 3 best brokers for forex trading
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- When are federal student loans due?
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- How do tax credits work?
- What happened to gas prices in March?
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- How we ranked the top life insurers
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- How LLCs pay income taxes
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- 2. The annual fee is mitigated by a huge statement credit, sign-up bonus
- You’re ready to go mobile
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- How we ranked the top life insurers
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- The best Marriott Bonvoy transfer partners
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- Preapproval is not the same as pre-qualification
- Tools you can use
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- Why your credit card closing date matters
- Debt consolidation calculator
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- Do you need an FSA?
- Exactly what are liquid assets?
- Where USAA falls short
- 3. Search for independent scholarships and grants
- AAdvantage elite status requirements and timing
- Step 2: Pre-qualify and compare offers
- Credit age matters, but other factors matter more
- When to change your credit card due date
- AARP life insurance policies
- Trading in a car with positive equity
- Corebridge life insurance policies
- Indefinitely
- Where NJM falls short
- How are stocks taxed?
- 8 best hot wallets
- SIPC vs. FDIC: What is and isn’t covered
- How do home improvement loans work?
- How to buy a second home
- Cheap car insurance in Florida
- How to sit together on a flight
- Fast-growing places are at high risk for worsening climate conditions
- No-penalty CDs: the big exception
- Dealing with excess 401(k) contributions after Tax Day
- What happens during a recession?
- What you shouldn’t dispute
- Car rental
- Can you live off ETF dividends?
- Who gets a 1099?
- How landlords and property managers check credit
- Why you might choose the U.S. Bank Shopper Cash Rewards™ Visa Signature® Card - NerdWallet Exclusive
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- How to buy an ETF
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- 3. Endorse the check
- Beware of ERC scams
- What identity theft protection companies do
- WHEDA first-time home buyer programs
- Purchases that qualify
- Four-year free college tuition
- 4 reasons to try a stock simulator
- 2. Account frozen? Submit documentation
- Types of funds
- Budget is your top priority
- What if I didn't make the 2024 tax deadline?
- Solo 401(k) contribution limits
- How can we separate our loans?
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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. Otherwise, any money that’s missing may be gone for good. Here’s what to do.
1. Report lost debit cards ASAP
If you suspect your card has been lost or stolen, call your bank’s fraud hotline right away. This is the most important step to preserve your funds.
You can be relieved to know that if you report the missing card before any unauthorized charges are made, you won’t lose any money, as the bank can lock or cancel it.
Here's what happens if there are fraudulent charges:
If you file a report with your bank within two business days of discovering these charges, your bank could subtract up to $50 from a potential reimbursement.
If it’s determined you reported the lost or stolen card more than two days after learning about it, but less than 60 days after the bank statement is sent to you — the one with the unapproved charges — your maximum loss can be $500, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
If you wait longer than 60 days after the bank statement is sent to you, you could lose all the missing money. In addition, you could lose money from linked sources, such as funds that were transferred from an overdraft account into the compromised checking account.
If your physical card isn’t lost or stolen, but someone fraudulently uses your debit card number, you still need to report the fraud, but there’s a slightly different timeline. You won’t be responsible for the unauthorized transactions as long as you report them within 60 days of the bank statement being sent to you.
After you report the fraudulent transaction to the card issuer, the FTC recommends following up with a letter or email.
2. Account frozen? Submit documentation
Even if you don’t report a debit card loss, if your bank suspects fraudulent activity, it could freeze your account while it investigates. You may be asked to mail or upload to your bank’s secure website any identifying information, such as your Social Security number and a copy of your driver’s license. You might also be asked to explain any flagged deposits and withdrawals to prove whether fraud occurred. Each situation is different, so it’s important to read your deposit account agreement carefully and understand your bank’s specific policies.
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3. Ask your bank for relief
If money is fraudulently taken from your account, and the drop in your balance results in overdraft charges, ask your bank to waive the overdraft fees. You can also ask your bank to give you a temporary credit of the disputed funds until it can complete its investigation if you don’t receive one automatically.
If you have another funding source you could access quickly, such as an emergency fund savings account, you can use it to pay for expenses while the bank investigates the compromised account. But if you don’t have other money set aside, consider other options to raise money fast, such as seeking community assistance or asking your employer for an advance. If you're looking for other account options for the future see NerdWallet’s list of best high-interest savings accounts.
4. Monitor bank transactions online
If your debit card is lost or stolen — as opposed to someone accessing your account online — your bank may cancel the card but keep the account open. In that case, regular monitoring can help you make sure the thief hasn't figured out how to get into your account.
You can generally see up-to-date transactions in your checking account on your bank’s mobile app or its website. Be sure to check it regularly for unfamiliar transactions.
5. Know the bank’s timeline
After you report fraud to your bank, the institution generally has 10 business days to conduct an investigation. If it finds that money was taken from your account fraudulently (or there was some other type of financial error), the bank has one business day to correct it and three business days to notify you of the results in writing.
If you're unhappy with any part of the bank's actions, you have the right to file a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. This government organization regulates consumer financial products and can be reached online at consumerfinance.gov or by phone at 855-411-2372.
The bank will have a chance to respond to your complaint, generally within 15 days, though it could take up to 60 days. You'll then have 60 days to offer feedback on the response. As part of the process, the CFPB will publish the complaint to a public consumer complaints database with personal information removed.
6. Rebounding from bank account fraud
It’s scary to think of someone accessing your checking account without permission. If it happens, you do have protection from debit card fraud. But that protection depends on when you notify the bank. Report it quickly to have the best chance of shielding your account and bank balance.
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