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Premium Interest Checking

This account offers the flexibility and convenience you deserve from a checking account, coupled with a high-earning, tiered interest accrual — the higher your balance, the more you can earn.(1)

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Earn More As Your Balance Grows

Current Rates

BalanceYield
$0 – $9,999.990.10% APY*
$10,000 – $49,9990.15% APY*
$50,000 – $99,999.990.50% APY*
$100,000 – $249,999.991.50% APY*
$250,000+2.00% APY*

*APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates are accurate as of 9/26/24.

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

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 a Premium Interest Checking Account Today.

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Bonus Rate Checking

Earn over 50x the national average for checking(2) by meeting requirements.

  • Earn up to 4.01% APY* on balances up to $20,000(3)
  • Pair with Bonus Rate Savings(4) and earn up to 2.01% APY* on savings balances up to $10,000

Bonus Rate Savings

Best for frequent debit card users who want to earn up to 4x the national average for interest-bearing savings.(5)

  • Earn up to 2.01% APY* on balances up to $10,000
  • No monthly service charge

Rewards Checking

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

  • Earn $.10 cashback(6) for every debit card purchase of $10.00 or more
  • $50 minimum deposit to open, no minimum monthly balance thereafter

*APY=Annual Percentage Yield.