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High Interest Checking

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High Interest Checking Dividend Rate  APY 
Balances up to $20,000 1.98% 2.00%
Balances greater than $20,000 0.10% 2.00% – 0.86%**
Non-Qualifying Rate 0.05% 0.05%

High Interest Checking Account pays dividends using blended rate tiers meaning the stated dividend rate will be paid on the portion of the balance for each tier. The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) for Tier 1 is 2.00% on balances up to $20,000.00 and the **Tier 2 APY ranges from 2.00% to 0.86% on balances from $20,000.01 to $50,000.00. To earn Tier 1 or Tier 2 dividend rates, 15 qualifying transactions must post per statement cycle on the account. The statement cycle includes all transactions posted after the last business day of the prior month through the last business day of the current month. Accounts not meeting the qualifying transaction threshold will earn 0.05% APY. Rates accurate as of April 1, 2026. All rates are variable and may change without notice at any time. Only the following are qualifying transactions: Debit card purchases, checks, bill payments, ATM withdrawals and ACH withdrawals. No other transactions qualify. At least one account holder must be at least 18 years old. Fees may reduce earnings.

High Interest Checking

Our most popular checking account.

KEY FEATURES

  • Unlimited transactions
  • First 40 checks FREE
  • No monthly Maintenance Service Charge when enrolled in electronic statements
  • No minimum balance
  • Visa® debit card with the convenience of paying at retailers with a tap, a swipe, or a chip
  • Online check images
  • FREE access to credit score

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MAY BE A GOOD CHOICE IF

  • You want the flexibility of a traditional checking account while you earn dividends
  • You typically maintain a high daily balance
  • Trade-off: The ability to earn dividends requires 15 qualifying transactions each statement cycle (such as using your debit card)

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Get a Debit Card that is So You

Choose from three debit card options when you apply for your checking account:

  • Elements — Our standard debit card style
  • Butler University — Back the Bulldogs every time you use it
  • Indianapolis Indians — Show your support for Indianapolis’ Minor League baseball team

What are the advantages of a High Interest Checking Account?