The best free checking accounts have no monthly fees and typically offer other free services or pay interest. Here’s a list of our favorites based on research into dozens of institutions.

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It’s becoming increasingly difficult to find truly free checking accounts. But they’re still out there if you know where to look. Indeed, many online banks and a few choice brick-and-mortar stores ...