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PNC Personal Banking offers a comprehensive range of financial products and services to individual consumers across the United States. PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., founded in 1983 from the merger of Pittsburgh National Corporation and Provident National Corporation, is one of the largest diversified financial institutions in the country. Its personal banking is delivered through a coast-to-coast network of approximately 2,200 branches, 60,000 PNC and partner ATMs, and extensive online and mobile banking platforms. The cornerstone of PNC's digital personal banking is the innovative Virtual Wallet system. This integrated checking and savings account structure is designed to help users manage their money, budget, and save more effectively. The basic Virtual Wallet links three distinct accounts: Spend (the primary checking account for daily use), Reserve (a secondary checking account for short-term expenses), and Growth (an interest-bearing savings account for long-term goals). Key features of Virtual Wallet include Money Bar, a visual tool that clearly shows the Free Balance (available-to-spend funds after subtracting scheduled bills), and the Calendar tool which allows users to track income and payments. The Calendar also highlights potential Danger Days (red-colored warnings for days where an overdraft is likely based on scheduled transactions). This proactive approach to low balances is further supported by Low Cash Mode®, which offers a $0 non-sufficient funds (NSF) fee and at least 24 hours of Extra Time to bring a negative balance to zero, minimizing overdraft costs. Beyond the Virtual Wallet, PNC provides traditional banking services including various Checking options, Savings accounts, Certificates of Deposit (CDs), and Credit Cards like the PNC Cash Rewards® Visa®. For borrowing, the bank offers an extensive suite of lending products such as Mortgage purchase and refinance loans, Home Equity Loans, Auto Loans, and Personal Loans. PNC's digital services are robust, offering free Online and Mobile Banking. Customers can utilize the mobile app for features like Mobile Check Deposit, Online Bill Pay, and P2P payments via Zelle®. PNC Alerts keep users informed about important account activity and security events via email or text. The bank also provides specialized accounts like Virtual Wallet Student and Foundation Checking (a low-cost, low-fee option certified by Bank On) to cater to diverse financial needs. The company is committed to financial wellness and provides resources for investing and wealth management through its Asset Management Group, in addition to its retail banking solutions. PNC's widespread presence and commitment to digital innovation aim to build lifelong banking relationships with consumers and small businesses, supported by both digital convenience and in-person expertise.