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Personal Checking Accounts

Checking accounts bundled with convenient services

Convenience is a necessity in today’s hectic world. We're here to help by offering checking accounts that meet your unique needs. Whether you're more interested in earning dividends on your checking account or the most basic account, we're here to help provide the right solution to your financial needs.

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Find the right checking account for you

Free Checking

Our most basic checking account with no monthly fee.

Unlimited number of check clearings
Does not earn dividends
No minimum balance
No strings attached

eChecking

The perfect checking account for digital enthusiasts!

Earns Dividends - check rates
4 free check clearings per month1
No minimum balance
ATM surcharge reimbursements up to $12 per month2
Account requirements to avoid $5/mo. service fee: debit card, active digital banking, and eStatements3
Free Ready Reserve

Relationship Checking

A traditional checking account that earns you money.

Earns Dividends (tiered levels) - check rates
15 free check clearings per month1
No minimum balance
Free Ready Reserve
Safe Deposit Box discount4
First box of checks is free5

High-Yield Checking

Earn higher dividends with larger deposits.

Earns highest-yielding dividends - check rates
Unlimited check clearings
ATM surcharge reimbursement up to $12 per month2
Maintain $2,000 daily balance to avoid $10 monthly fee

Requirements for high-yield rate include minimum of 12 debit card transactions per month (ATM transactions are not eligible), a reoccurring ACH direct deposit, and enroll in eStatements3
Free Ready Reserve

ALL PERSONAL CHECKING ACCOUNTS INCLUDE:

  • Free Digital Banking account
  • Free Mobile App
  • Free Mobile Deposit
  • Free Visa® debit card issued instantly at all branches
  • Free eStatements
  • Free account eAlerts
  • Surcharge-free access to Moneypass® ATMs

1. $0.10 per item fee for checks cleared in excess of stated amount. For Relationship checking, this fee will not apply if you maintain a $1,000.00 daily balance throughout the month.
2. Eligibility for surcharge reimbursements only applies if account requirements are met (includes debit card, digital banking, and eStatements).
3. Monthly fee if account does not have a debit card or if account is not enrolled in eStatements through internet banking or mobile app (includes undeliverable eStatements). eChecking = $5.00 per month
4. Reduce fee $5 annually if enrolled for auto payment.
5. Magnifi Financial standard check style, other styles available at member's expense. Available only at account opening.
6. Your direct deposit is dependent on when the employer/payer send their ACH file to Magnifi Financial. You may receive your funds up to 2 days early.

 

 

 

CHECKING ACCOUNT RATES

Effective Date 10/1/2024

Type Dividend Rate APY Min Opening Deposit Min Balance to Earn Stated APY
eChecking* 0.10% 0.10% $0.00 $0.00
Relationship Checking 0% 0% $0.00 $0 - $999
  0.10% 0.10%   $1,000 - $4,999
  0.20% 0.20%   $5,000+
NEW! High-Yield Checking*        
Qualifications Met 3.687% 3.75%   $20,000 or below
  0.20% 3.75% to 0.91%   $20,000.01 or greater
Qualifications Not Met 0.00% 0.00%    
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. 
Rates are subject to change without notice. Dividends compound monthly.

* Fees could reduce earnings

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Helpful Additions for your Checking Account

Digital Banking

Optimize your checking account with our digital banking platform and add-on services.

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Save the Change

Round up your debit card purchases and build up your savings for future expenses.

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Overdraft Protection

Safeguard yourself against overdraft fees by adding this perk to your checking account.

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Resources

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