Bonus Rate Checking
It’s time to make more of your money with our high-yield checking account. Earn up to 2.01% APY* on balances up to $20,000 by meeting two easy requirements.(1)

Bonus Rate Checking Highlights
Earn up to 2.01% APY*
On balances up to $20,000
$50 Minimum to Open
Open an account online in minutes
No Monthly Fee
When enrolled in eStatements
Online & Mobile Banking
Manage your account from anywhere
How to Earn 2.01% APY*
If you’re a frequent debit card user, the Bonus Rate Checking makes it easy to earn up to 33x(2) the national average for interest-bearing checking.
Requirements to earn 2.01% APY*:
1. Enroll in eStatements
2. Post and settle 15 or more debit transactions of $1.00 or more monthly
Best of all, if the requirements aren’t met during a statement cycle, you’ll still earn .05% APY*.


Digital Banking
Online and Mobile Banking Tools
With online banking and the SouthEast Bank app, you can take your branch anywhere. Deposit checks, transfer funds, monitor for fraud, track your budget, and more.
Standard Checking Benefits
$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
Unlimited Check Writing
Order checks online in minutes
SouthEast Verifi Fraud Protection
24/7 fraud protection and text alerts
FDIC Insured Bank
Your funds are safe and secure with SouthEast Bank
Online and Mobile Banking
Featuring bill-pay, transfers, budgeting tools, and more
Extended Customer Care Hours
Get the customer service you need, when you need it
Open a Bonus Rate Checking Account Today.
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- Earn up to 2.01% APY* on balances up to $10,000(4)
- No monthly service charge
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*APY=Annual Percentage Yield.