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High Yield Checking
High Yield Checking
Perks and Benefits
Our High Yield Checking earns you up to a whopping 4.00% APY* on balances up to $20,000! This high-performing account goes beyond just great rates. It offers benefits designed to streamline your finances and help you reach your goals.
No Monthly
Fees
Avoid unnecessary charges and maintain more of your balance.
Competitive
Rates
Earn more on your balance with a high annual percentage yield (APY).*
Easy to
Open
Earn dividends effortlessly—no minimum balance required—and streamlined account opening process.
Federally
Insured
Have peace of mind knowing the NCUA insures your account.
Early Direct Deposit
Access your paycheck up to two days in advance. Click here to learn more.
Your Money Works Harder With High Yield Checking
Your money works harder with our high-rate checking account. Experience a powerful combination of high dividends, minimal fees, and convenient account management.
- Enjoy up to a competitive 4.00% APY* on balances up to $20,000 and 0.20% APY* on any balances above $20,000.01, provided the following criteria are met:
- Opt out of paper statements by updating statement preferences in Online Banking
- Have a direct deposit of at least $200 per month into your High Yield Checking account1
- Have 15 or more debit card purchases per month1
High Yield Checking Rates
| Account Status | Minimum Balance | Dividend Rate | Annual Percentage Yield1 | Alert Me |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meet Criteria | $0 - $20,000 | 3.93% | 4.00% | |
| Meet Criteria | $20,000.01 and above | 0.20% | 0.20% | |
| Do Not Meet Criteria | No minimum balance | 0.05% | 0.05% | |
| 1Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) are accurate as of the last dividend declaration date. Rates may change after account opening. Fees may reduce earnings on accounts. No monthly maintenance fees or penalties. To earn the higher rate, you must: (1) opt out of paper statements from APGFCU, (2) have an ongoing qualifying direct deposit of at least $200 per month into your High Yield Checking account, and (3) complete a minimum of 15 qualifying Point-Of-Sale (POS) purchase transactions per month using an APGFCU Visa® Debit Card linked to the High Yield Checking Account. A qualifying direct deposit is a recurring electronic credit of your salary, pension, Social Security, or other regular monthly income deposited to your account by your employer or an outside agency. Transactions that do not qualify as a direct deposit include, but are not limited to, transfers from one account to another and deposits made at an ATM. Minimum purchase transaction is $1.00. Debit card transactions may take one or more business days from the transaction date to post to an account from the date the transaction is made. Both PIN and signature POS transactions qualify. ATM transactions do not qualify. To qualify, debit card transactions must process, post, and clear within the calendar month. High Yield Checking Accounts are limited to one account each per member (per membership). No minimum balance requirements or minimum to open checking accounts. | ||||
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Open an Account in 3 Easy Steps
Apply
Click the green button or visit a branch to start your application.
Deposit Funds
Start Earning
Enjoy up to a 4.00% APY* on balances up to $20,000 when you meet the required criteria.1
High Yield Checking FAQs
- Does my account balance affect my dividend rate?
- What are the requirements to earn the highest rate?
There are a few simple requirements to qualify for the top-tier rate:
- Opt out of paper statements and choose e-statements instead.
- Have a qualifying, recurring monthly direct deposits1 totaling at least $200 per month into your High Yield Checking account.
- Make a minimum of 15 debit card purchases each month.1
- Is a high yield checking account the same as a high yield savings account?
While both offer impressive dividend rates, they serve different purposes. A high yield checking account is for everyday transactions, while a savings account is better for long-term growth.
- How easy is it to open a high yield checking account at a credit union?
- Are there any differences between checking accounts offered at banks and credit unions?
Credit unions usually often offer more competitive rates, and generally have lower checking and savings account fees. Plus, credit unions are owned by the members and not stockholders. At APGFCU, when you're a member, you can be assured your best interests guide every product we offer and every decision we make. To learn more about being an APGFCU member, click here.
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High Yield Checking Account Disclosure
*Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) are accurate as of the last dividend declaration date. Rates may change after account opening. Fees may reduce earnings on accounts. For High Yield Checking: If your account meets the criteria, you will earn 4.00% APY on balances up to $20,000 and 0.20% APY on balances of $20,000.01 and higher. Balances on accounts that fail to meet the account requirements for a given month will earn 0.05% APY. No monthly maintenance fees or penalties. To earn the higher rate, you must: (1) opt out of paper statements from APGFCU, (2) have an ongoing qualifying direct deposit** of at least $200 per month into your High Yield Checking account, and (3) complete a minimum of 15 qualifying Point-Of-Sale (POS) purchase transactions per month using an APGFCU Visa® Debit Card linked to the High Yield Checking Account. High Yield Checking Accounts are limited to one account each per member (per membership). No minimum balance requirements or minimum to open checking accounts.
**A qualifying direct deposit is a recurring electronic credit of your salary, pension, Social Security, or other regular monthly income deposited to your account by your employer or an outside agency. Transactions that do not qualify as a direct deposit include, but are not limited to, transfers from one account to another and deposits made at an ATM.