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In December 2024, in the thread "Re: BRK: Why Not XOM?", BreckHutHigh asked the members: "What about the long road trips with kids?" This week it is put to everyone again. The button below opens the small thread re-asking it - read what others have said so far, then give your own answer as an ordinary reply.
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Author: oIdfooI   😊 😞
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Subject: Re: 5.0% checking account, no onerous rules
Date: 12/17/23 10:09 PM
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Yeah it’s not been hard for me to find a credit card without FTFs, but it’s a bit more of a unicorn to have zero FTF on a debit card that also reimburses you for all ATM fees.

If you’re traveling to countries where cash is still king, it’s a pretty great combo and the best way to get pesos — or whatever — for no fee. But not a great reason to choose your everyday checking account.

Currently I have way too many accounts so I really like your Fidelity combo. Might just have to keep another account active for the travel thing. Probably smart to have a dedicated account for that anyway.
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