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Will Cash Ever Go Away?


You are not alone if you are the type of person who rarely carries cash. Technology has changed our culture such that cash is no longer the necessity it once...

Is it Bad to Use a Debit Card Online?


Quick Answer: Today’s banking organizations and retailers take steps to ensure account safety online. However, it’s up to you to take precautions when provid...

Are debit cards considered money?


While different from cash, debit cards are a common method of payment that allows you to spend money from your bank account in real time.

What is a debit card used for?


Quick Answer: Debit cards are one way to access funds in your bank account. You can use them in many of the same places you would use cash, but feel safer no...

Cash Only is Possible – But Why Do It?


There is a certain segment of the population that lives on a ‘cash only’ basis. This is to say that they use only bills and coins to complete each of their f...

The Flare Account® is a demand deposit account established by Pathward, National Association, Member FDIC, and the Flare Account Debit Card is issued by Pathward, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Netspend is a service provider to Pathward, N.A. Certain products and services may be licensed under U.S. Patent Nos. 6,000,608 and 6,189,787.