Business Essential & Gold Checking
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Smarter Checking, Better Choices
Our Essential and Gold business checking accounts provide secure, easy access to your money, plain and simple. No need for complicated extras. And no matter which account you choose, our top-notch business services team and no-surprises way of doing things always come standard.
See the benefits of each account below and learn more about which one is right for you.
Essential Checking
For a brand new or rising business that’s not writing or depositing a lot of checks just yet, Essential Checking has you covered. All it takes is $100 to get going and you’re off. No matter where you’re headed, our team is here to support your every step.
Gold Checking
For businesses with a higher volume of monthly transactions, our Gold Checking account is designed to reward you for all of your hard work. In fact, if you maintain a balance of $2,500 or more you’ll earn monthly dividends (aka free money) just for banking with us.
Business Checking Account Rates
| Type | Dividend Rate | APY* | Balances | Dividends Compounded | Dividends Credited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Type:
Essential Checking
|
Dividend Rate:
N/A
| APY*:
N/A
| Balances:
$100.00 Minimum Opening Deposit
|
Dividends Compounded:
N/A
|
Dividends Credited:
N/A
|
Type:
Gold Checking
|
Dividend Rate:
0.050%
| APY*:
0.05%
| Balances:
$2,500.00 Minimum Balance to Earn Stated APY
|
Dividends Compounded:
Monthly
|
Dividends Credited:
Monthly
|
Type:
Not for Profit Checking
|
Dividend Rate:
0.050%
| APY*:
0.05%
| Balances:
$500.00 Minimum Balance to Earn Stated APY
|
Dividends Compounded:
Monthly
|
Dividends Credited:
Monthly
|
Type:
Organizational Club
|
Dividend Rate:
N/A
| APY*:
N/A
| Balances:
$25.00 Minimum Opening Deposit
|
Dividends Compounded:
N/A
|
Dividends Credited:
N/A
|
Type:
Family Readiness Group
|
Dividend Rate:
N/A
| APY*:
N/A
| Balances:
$25.00 Minimum Opening Deposit
|
Dividends Compounded:
N/A
|
Dividends Credited:
N/A
|
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Early Withdrawal Penalty Fees could reduce earnings. Penalties will/may be imposed for early withdrawal on time accounts.
Features
Business Checking Benefits
Get some extra peace of mind with Business Courtesy Pay*. No longer worry about rejected automatic payments or declined cards. A $31 transaction fee will keep your business on track even when something unexpected happens.
*Scroll down to see our FAQs to learn more about Business Courtesy Pay.
Our business services team is here to support you and everything you do. Anytime you need to talk shop, reach out directly to us at 931.436.9088 or email us at businessservices@forteracu.com.
On the road or at the conference, keep your money close with our mobile app and online banking.
Order up to 3 debit cards for your employees (for free) and give them access to cash while you maintain sole account ownership.
Our business members enjoy access to credit union branches and ATMs all around the world — surcharge-free. Learn more about how to find a Fortera-friendly credit union near you.
Money still doesn’t grow on trees, but Fortera savings accounts do collect dividends quarterly. (Dividends are our version of interest, or in other words, free money.)
With us, your money is always protected and insured by the National Credit Union Administration. You’re covered on all deposits up to $250,000, so save away.
Enjoy limitless (yep) cash withdrawals from any branch. Nothing like the smell of your own hard-saved green.
....Trees, space, and worry. Always enjoy access to 18 months worth of e-statements. Keep more trees, toss your file cabinet, and know your info is always safe and sound.
Have more questions about setting up shop with a new checking account, give us a call — we're here to help.
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- Phone: 931.431.6800
- Email: businessservices@forteracu.com
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No, members may only connect one business debit card and one business checking account (the business debit card and business checking account must be connected) to a Business ChangeUp Savings Account.
To be able to open a Go Checking Account, you must meet the following eligibility requirements: (1) You must be 18 years of age or older (2) You must live, work, worship, or attend school in one of our service regions; join an affiliated partner, or have an immediate family member who is a Fortera member. Our service regions include Montgomery, Stewart, Chester, Decatur, Lewis, McNairy, and Perry counties in Tennessee or Christian, Trigg, Todd, McLean, and Webster counties in Kentucky. Residents of other counties in Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, and Arkansas may also be eligible. (3) You must have a Share Savings Account to establish Fortera Credit Union Membership. (4) You must be a business owner.
It only costs $100 to open an account.
To verify your identity, we always ask that you come prepared with a government-issued ID. It is important that it is not expired. Examples of acceptable IDs include a State Driver's License or a U.S or Foreign Passport. If we have trouble validating your ID, we may ask for a secondary ID. If you have a question about whether or not an ID can be used, just text us at 931.431.6800 or chat with us at forteracu.com. Please click here for full list of the documents you will need.
It only costs $2,500 to open an account.
To verify your identity, we always ask that you come prepared with a government-issued ID. It is important that it is not expired. Examples of acceptable IDs include a State Driver's License or a U.S or Foreign Passport. If we have trouble validating your ID, we may ask for a secondary ID. If you have a question about whether or not an ID can be used, just text us at 931.431.6800 or chat with us at forteracu.com. Please click here for full list of the documents you will need.
You do need to call us or come into a branch to open this account. We are working toward having easy online applications soon. In the meantime, please call us at 931.431.6800, email us at businessservices@forteracu.com, or schedule an appointment to open an account.
Of course! Just let us know which account you would like covered and we will make it happen.
Each of your accounts can receive up to $1,500 in coverage however, coverage amounts vary from person to person depending on the size of the account, account activity, etc.
If you would like to find out how much you are covered for on any particular day, just give us a call. Remember, coverage varies from day to day so it is good to check in with us regularly to see where you stand.
It will only take 30 days for your new account to have access to Business Courtesy Pay.
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