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 3.75% APY* on balances up to $20,000 after meeting qualifications.(1)

1*APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates are accurate as of 5/1/25 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 3.75% 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 3.75% to 0.48%, 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 53x 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 3.75% 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)


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
No Fees at 55,000+ ATMs
Enjoy access to AllPoint Network ATMs worldwide
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 Monitoring
24/7 fraud monitoring and text alerts (third-party rates may apply)
FDIC-Insured Bank
FDIC-insured funds up to $250,000 per depositor, per account 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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Bonus Rate Savings
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
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
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.