Bonus Rate Checking:

A flexible, high-yield account that matches life at your pace.

Isn’t it time your checking account worked as hard as you do? Open a Bonus Rate Checking account online in minutes and start earning up to 4.01% APY* on balances up to $20,000 after meeting qualifications.(1)

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1*APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates are accurate as of 3/29/24 and are subject to change after account opening. $50 minimum to open. To earn the bonus rate, each statement cycle the account must be enrolled in eStatements and post and settle at least 15 qualifying debit card transactions of $1 or more. If all qualifications are met during the statement cycle, the account will earn a 4.01% APY on balances of $20,000 or less. An interest rate of 0.20% will be paid only for that portion of your daily balance that is greater than $20,000. The annual percentage yield for this tier will range from 4.01% to 0.51%, depending on the balance in the account. If bonus qualifications are not met during the statement cycle, the account will earn 0.05% APY. Qualifying transactions include point-of-sale or online purchases using the SouthEast Bank debit card. ATM and cash-only transactions do not qualify toward the minimum debit card transaction amount. Limit one Bonus Rate Checking account per primary account holder tax ID. A $3 Paper Statement fee is waived with a daily average account balance of $1,200 or a daily average relationship balance of $10,000. Please see the Fee Schedule or speak with your local banker for a full list of fees that may apply. Fees may reduce earnings.

Bonus Rate Checking Highlights

Earn up to 57x the national average with everyday spending(2)

For the frequent debit card user who wants to earn more and worry less

No Monthly Fees

When enrolled in eStatements

No Minimum Monthly Balance

$50 minimum deposit to open, no minimum monthly balance thereafter

Online & Mobile Banking

Deposit checks, transfer funds, track your budget, and more while you’re on the go (third-party rates may apply)

How to Earn 4.01% APY* on Balances Up to $20,000:

1. Enroll and receive account eStatements

2. Post and settle 15 or more qualifying debit transactions of $1.00 or more each statement cycle(1)

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Bonus Rate Savings

Unlock Bonus Earnings

Pair your Bonus Rate Checking account with Bonus Rate Savings and earn up to 4x the national average for interest-bearing savings accounts.(3)

Checking features that take you further

$50 Minimum to Open

Open an account online or in-branch with as little as $50

Access ATMs Worldwide

Manage your funds at 55,000+ AllPoint Network ATMs

Instant-Issue Debit Cards

Equipped with Tap & Go™ contactless payments

Bounce Protection Options

Manage how transactions are processed when funds aren’t available. Learn More

SouthEast Verifi Fraud Coverage

24/7 fraud coverage and text alerts

FDIC-Insured Bank

FDIC-insured funds up to $250,000 per depositor category

Online and Mobile Banking

Featuring bill-pay, mobile deposits, budgeting tools, and more (third-party rates may apply)

Extended Customer Care Hours

Get the customer service you need with 7 am – 7 pm care

Open your Bonus Rate Checking account today.

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Earn over 4x the national average for savings(3) by meeting requirements.

  • Earn up to 2.01% APY* on balances up to $10,000(4)
  • No monthly service charge
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Premium Interest Checking

This account is best for earning interest on larger account balances.(5)

  • Earn more as your balance grows with tiered interest rates
  • Enjoy unlimited check-writing
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Rewards Checking

A simple account that earns cashback rewards on debit card purchases.

  • Earn $0.10 cashback for qualifying debit card purchases of $10.00 or more(6)
  • $50 minimum deposit to open, no minimum monthly balance thereafter

*APY=Annual Percentage Yield.