[doc30]

Most banks treat the debit card like a credit card in that respect now adays. 5 years ago, you would be correct.

[AGreatPer]

Hertz Rental Car tried to charge me $25 to run a credit check because I was using a debit card.

I went over to Alamo Rental Car and they said that is a tactic of Hertz.

[driftdiver]

“Most banks treat the debit card like a credit card in that respect now adays. 5 years ago, you would be correct.”

Oh not really. With a debit card they have 48 hours and in the meantime you have no money. If the bank decides to they can say you are screwed. With a credit card its their money and they would have to take you to court to force you to pay, assuming all else failed.