How to Fix an Overdrawn Bank Account
Experiencing an overdrawn bank account can be stressful. Since banks can charge an overdraft fee multiple times a day, fees can add up quickly, piling on to the negative balance…
Ruth Sarreal
Ruth Sarreal is a content management specialist covering banking topics at NerdWallet. She has over a decade of experience writing and editing for consumer websites. She previously edited content on personal finance topics at GOBankingRates. Her work has been featured by Nasdaq, MSN, TheStreet and Yahoo Finance. Ruth earned bachelor’s degrees in English and communication studies at the University of Texas at Austin. Email: [email protected].
Posts by Ruth Sarreal:
Crypto Debit Cards: 5 Things to Know
If you find yourself wishing more retailers accepted cryptocurrency so you could pay with it directly, a crypto debit card might be what you want. And you wouldn’t be alone.…
20 Largest Banks in the U.S.
Putting your money with one of the largest banks generally means you’ll have more access to in-person services at branches, a large ATM network and a wide array of products…
6 Ways to Budget Using Your Bank Account
If you’re having trouble sticking to a monthly budget, the solution might not be in a fancy app or a complicated spreadsheet, but rather in your humble bank account. Whether…
Ally Bank vs. PNC Bank: Which Is Best for You?
Editor’s note: Online banking platform Simple announced its shutdown and transition to BBVA USA in January this year. Then in June, BBVA was acquired by PNC Bank. According to PNC,…
Banking Tools Can Help Boost Savings While Paying Off Debt
Paying off debt might seem like the most important thing to do for your financial health, but building up a savings buffer is just as critical. That way, when unexpected…
What Are Premium Bank Accounts?
Key takeaways Premium bank accounts include checking and savings accounts. A premium bank account might reward you for relationship banking — that is, having multiple financial accounts with the same…
Can My Bank Close My Account?
If you’re suddenly unable to access your bank account or your debit card is declined, your account might have been closed. Having a closed bank account means that your account…
Broke Your Savings Resolution? How to Get Back on Track
Just because you’ve already quit — or never started — a New Year’s resolution to save more money doesn’t mean it’s all over. You can make a comeback with a…
How Much Interest Can I Earn on $100, $1K or $10K?
A savings account is an important way to prepare for big expenses and future goals — even if you start small. No matter the amount you’re saving, what’s most critical…
