How long do debit & credit card gas station holds last? (And how to avoid them)

Gas station holds mean retailers know your debit or credit card has enough money. But it can be a problem if you're on a ...
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Be aware of using card to pay for gas, stores may hit you with a ‘pre-authorization hold’

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. (WHTM) — Buying gas? Think twice about using a debit card. Gas stations are raising the amount of money they grab and hold on your ...
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The Simple Reason Why Gas Stations Put a Hold on Your Debit Card

Don't be caught off guard. The first time you see a $150 hold on your card after swiping it at the gas station, it can be startling. Not to worry, though: That charge was no mistake. What you're ...
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A $50 'hold' on debit cards at the gas station

WTOL contributing consumer correspondent John Matarese looks into this new trend that has some people unknowingly bouncing checks. Viewers often ask me if there's really much difference between a ...