That quick swipe at the gas pump could quietly freeze up to $175 of your own money before you even leave the station. Paying at the pump feels like one of life’s little conveniences. Slide in a card, ...

Q When I use my debit card to buy gas at the pump, I've noticed that a hold gets put on funds in my account for a few days — sometimes for more than what I purchased. What gives? Is there any way to ...

Think about the last time you swiped your debit card. Was it at the gas station, maybe at that corner grocery store, or perhaps through an online checkout? You probably didn't give it a second thought ...