The number of people who don't have bank accounts is on the rise, as many households turn to alternative ways of getting cash -- like prepaid cards, payday loans, pawnshops and check-cashing services. More
Beware bank customers: Your bad behavior is following you. More
Even if a bad track record is keeping you from opening a regular checking account, some financial institutions may still want to do business with you. More
Forget trying to get a credit card -- some people can't even open bank accounts. More