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Why You Should Never Use a "Debit" Card for Hotels

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Why You Should Never Use a “Debit” Card for Hotels

March 3, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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The fastest way to ruin a great trip starts at the hotel check-in desk. That small plastic card handed over with a smile can quietly lock up hundreds of dollars, derail a carefully planned budget, and leave travelers scrambling for cash before the … [Read more...] about Why You Should Never Use a “Debit” Card for Hotels

8 Things You Should Never Keep in Your Wallet

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8 Things You Should Never Keep in Your Wallet

February 28, 2026
By Brandon Marcus
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Is your wallet secretly sabotaging your security? Most people stash everything from receipts to old loyalty cards without thinking about the risks, but the truth is, your wallet can turn into a treasure chest for thieves in an instant. Understanding … [Read more...] about 8 Things You Should Never Keep in Your Wallet

Financial Education

Beware Of Preauthorization Holds

October 6, 2017
By Brock Kernin
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I received an email stating my son's checking account balance was below zero. Reviewing his account activity, I knew exactly what had occurred. We needed to have a conversation about preauthorization holds vs a transaction actually posting to his … [Read more...] about Beware Of Preauthorization Holds

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