Debit cards pull funds directly from your bank account when making purchases or withdrawing cash. Setting up a PIN and monitoring account balances via mobile apps helps avoid overspending and fees.

If you aren't a banking customer, using a pre-paid debit card could provide a safe alternative for storing your cash. Liliana Hall was a writer for CNET Money covering banking, credit cards and ...

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