High Yield Checking

The fantastic 6.01% APY that we reported about in June from United Federal Credit Union is finally set to drop Jan. 1, 2010 so now is the time to take advantage of this great rate before it goes away. The good news, however, is that the rate will still remain competitive, dropping to 3.65%.

While they last, here are the tiers and features for this great account:

• 6.01% APY (will change to 3.65% in January) for balances up to $25,000
• 0.25% APY for balances over $25,000
• 0.10% APY standard Rate if qualifications are not met
• Refunds on ATM fees up to $25 nationwide (non for international)

In order to qualify for the high tier, you must meet the following monthly requirements:

• Enroll in eStatements and get statements electronically only
• Have 1 direct deposit or electronic payment per month
• Have at least 10 debt card purchases (non PIN)

This account is NCUA insured - good news for your money!

To qualify for membership to the credit union, you must live in the townships of Benton, Bangor, Coloma, Covert, Hartford, Lawrence or Watervilet in Michigan, or live, work worship, go to school or volunteer in Marion, Oh., Crawford County, Ark., or the Oklahoma counties of LeFlore or Sequoyah. Also, you can work for or be retired from these companies.

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Other Terms and Conditions may apply. Additionally, rates may have changed since this offer was posted. Please contact the financial institution for the most recent rate updates and to review the terms of the offer.

Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust in Iowa is offering a great 5.00% APY on the M@XX Checking Account. This account is currently offering one of the highest rates in the country and comes with some great features. Here are some to consider if monthly requirements are met:

• 5.00% APY on balances up to $25,000
• 0.10% APY on balances over $25,000
• ATM refunds nationwide up to $20

The account also offers great features even if you don't meet the monthly requirements:

• No minimum balance requirement
• No monthly service charges
• First box of checks free

You've been hearing about the monthly requirements, so let's see what they are:

• Make 15 check card purchases (non pin-based)
• Make 1 direct deposit or ACH debit
• Receive e-Statements
• Enroll in online banking

The good news is that if you don't meet the requirements one month, you can re-qualify the following month, so you can't lose! In order to open an account, you must visit a branch location. So stop by a Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust location today to get started.

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Other Terms and Conditions may apply. Additionally, rates may have changed since this offer was posted. Please contact the financial institution for the most recent rate updates and to review the terms of the offer.

The Free Extreme Checking Account from First Security Trust Bank is offering a highly competitive 4.50% APY . The rate is guaranteed until Sept. 2010. Here are the rates and features of the account if certain requirements are met:

• 4.50% APY on balances up to $25,000
• 1.01% APY on balances...

Geo D. Warthen Bank in Georgia is offering a very competitive 5.01% APY for the Reward Checking Account . The following rates apply if you meet monthly requirements:

• 5.01% APY on balances up to $25,000
• 1.01% APY on the portion of the balance over $25,000
• 0.50% APY on all balances that...

Alliance Credit Union is offering an impressive 6.00% APY on the first $500 with the Premier Checking Account . This rate is guaranteed through July 2010. Here are the account details:

• 6.00% APY on the first $500 dollars
• 1.00% APY on balances over this amount
• Must have active direct...

Liberty Bank is offering customers a reasonable 4.01% APY on its eSmartChecking Account . There are numerous perks of opening this account, including:

• Opening deposit only $1
• No maintenance fees
• Unlimited online bill pay
• Overdraft protection available
• Free access to 24-hour telephone...

Texas Heritage National Bank is offering a highly-competitive 5.00% APY on balances up to $25,000 on its Texas Star Checking Account. However, in order to take advantage of this rate, you must meet certain monthly criteria:

• 15 debit card purchases
• Enroll in online banking and telebank
• ...

Raritan Bay Federal Credit Union in New Jersey is offering a highly-competitive 5.01% APY on its Reward Checking Account . Here are a few perks of the account:

• No minimum balance
• No monthly service fees
• Earn interest on any balance amount

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First Nebraska Bank is offering a highly competitive 5.00% APY on its Real Checking Account . If the account's requirements are met, you can receive the follow rate tiers:

• 5.00% APY on balances up to $25,000
• 0.50% APY on balances over $25,000
• 0.25% APY if requirements are not met
• ATM...

If you're looking for a competitive checking account and live in Eastern Missouri then you may be able to take advantage of an astounding 5.25% APY on the Rewards Checking Account from First Missouri Credit Union . Here are the rate tiers for the account:

• 5.25% APY on balances up to...