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, ...

Paying for gas at the pump with a credit or debit card is a convenience that saves us time while performing one of life's little chores. While spotting a gas pump card skimmer before it steals your ...

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. Is there any way to avoid this?