CNBC Select answers common questions surrounding credit cards and debit cards so you can familiarize yourself with the ...

Contributor content. The following are six possible ways to unlock the benefits of debit cards and linked checking accounts.

Pros — Earn rewards on spending. If you regularly use a debit card for daily transactions, a cash back debit card can offer you the added benefit of earning a percentage of your spending back.

No credit card? Learn how to rent a car with just your debit card, even with age restrictions, paperwork and extra deposits. We lay it all out for you.