Articles about Banking 101
What's the Difference Between a Money Market and a Savings Account?
3 min read
Updated April 2025
5 Reasons You Should Open a Savings Account
6 min read
Updated September 2024
What Are Checks Used For
3 min read
Updated August 2024
How to Open a Bank Account Online in 4 Steps
4 min read
Updated August 2024
How to Send Money to Friends and Family
4 min read
Updated July 2024
How to Reorder Checks with WaFd Bank
3 min read
Updated July 2024
How to Write Out Numbers on Checks
2 min read
Updated June 2024
How to Read a Check for Routing, Account Number & Check Number
3 min read
Updated June 2024
How to Check Your Balance Quickly
2 min read
Updated June 2024
Money Order vs Cashier's Check
7 min read
Updated May 2024
How to Deposit Money Into Your Account: Step-by-Step Guide
2 min read
Updated April 2024
7 Ways to Increase Your Financial Literacy in 2025
8 min read
Updated January 2024
How to Financially Prepare for Economic Uncertainties
5 min read
Updated December 2023
What is a Bank Statement and Why Is It Important
3 min read
Updated August 2023
How Long Are Checks Good For
4 min read
Updated August 2023
How to Endorse a Check
3 min read
Updated August 2023
How to Void a Check
3 min read
Updated August 2023
How to Set Up Direct Deposit
2 min read
Updated July 2023
CDs vs Savings Account: Pros and Cons of Each
6 min read
Updated June 2023
WaFd Bank Premium Checking Account Benefits
3 min read
Updated June 2023
How Do I Change My Bank Account From One Bank to Another?
6 min read
Updated April 2023
What to Do If You Can't Open a Bank Account
2 min read
Updated April 2023
Getting Your Finances on Track
4 min read
Updated March 2023
How to Choose a Bank - Start with 5 Simple Questions
5 min read
Updated February 2023
High Yield Money Market Account or High Yield Certificates of Deposit? Make Your Money Work Harder For You.
4 min read
Updated January 2023
