Debit card fraud has the potential to be much more inconvenient — and more costly
I use my debit card on occasion at a gas station where credit cards are charged an extra fee, but I typically avoid using my debit card anywhere but an ATM.I don't want to risk fraud in my primary checking account.
, you could lose all of the money in your accounts if you don't notice the fraud within 60 days of the time your bank statement is put in the mail. Even if your losses are covered by the bank, it can take months to get your funds restored. That could be long enough to miss important rent, mortgage, or insurance payments if you don't have aLooking for a better checking account? Consider these offers from our partners:By law, liability for credit card fraud is limited to just $50. In even the worst cases of credit card fraud, you are likely better protected than in any scenario involving debit.
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