Matt is currently Head of the Coverage Team at The Motley Fool. He has been a full-time Motley Fool employee since 2012 and is a former advisor and analyst for multiple Motley Fool services.

Generally, money kept in a bank account is safe—even during a recession. However, depending on factors such as your balance amount and the type of account, your money might not be completely ...

The short answer is yes, it’s safe to link bank accounts. Linking bank accounts is as safe as any other banking activity. The level of security provided depends on your bank or credit union.

A mobile banking app makes it easy to manage your money from anywhere, any time. But you could be putting your financial information at risk in exchange for convenience. Mobile banking apps use a ...

You can rest assured that your money will likely be safe at a financial institution, and you won't need to take it out of your bank account. "It's very unlikely for history to repeat itself," says ...