Still using a debit card when you're out and about? Here's where you should avoid doing so at some places, and why.

Debit cards feel safe because they are familiar, fast and backed by a bank account that quietly absorbs every tap and swipe. Yet the very design that makes them convenient also exposes you to risks ...

Your debit card connects directly to your checking account, which means fraud can drain real money you may need for rent, bills and groceries. While your bank investigates, which can take days or even ...

While different types of fraud can bring their own elements of frustrations and consequences, debit card fraud can leave your bank account empty almost immediately and be hard to recover from. That’s ...

If you are responsible with your purchasing habits, a credit card is much more useful and safer than a debit card. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset's free tool can match you with a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Several precautions can help increase safety during trips abroad, including using credit cards instead of cash or debit, using a ...

Most people swipe their debit card without thinking about risk. It runs through your checking account, it feels secure, and the money moves fast. But "fast" isn't the same as "safe," and a lot of ...