BANK FEES
7 simple fixes
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Average fee
Bankrate 2025 study
Per overdraft.
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Still charge it
Of accounts studied
No federal cap.
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Fix 1
Debit and ATM
Swipes get declined, no fee.
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Fix 2
Your savings
Covers the shortfall.
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Fix 3
Low balance
Set one at $100.
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Fix 4
Keep $100–$200
Treat it as zero.
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Fix 5
No-fee banks
Many charge $0 now.
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Already charged?
For a refund
First fees often waived.
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Tired of overdraft fees?
Read the guide
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