Checking
If you join a credit union, all the profits from the credit union go back into services to benefit you—its member. This typically translates into better rates on interest for savings accounts and loans.
Credit union accounts are insured for up to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).
You are a member instead of a customer and own shares in the credit union.
This account is designed for customers who want to earn rewards and benefits for their active banking habits. To qualify, just follow these simple steps:
All requirements must be met with transactions posted and cleared by the close of business on the day before the last day of the month. ATM transactions do not count toward the 12 debit card transactions.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to upgrade your banking experience. Start enjoying the benefits of Intelligent Checking today!
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Packages | Intelligent Checking® *MOST POPULAR |
Basic Checking | |
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APY on balances up to $25,0001 | 5.50% | -- | |
APY on balances over $25,0001 | 0.25% | -- | |
Non-iQ ATM Fees and Access | Paid Up to $25/month3 Nationwide network that gives you access to 30,000 ATMs with absolutely no fees. | Nationwide network that gives you access to 30,000 ATMs with absolutely no fees. | |
Monthly Fee | No Monthly Fee or Minimum Balance Requirement | No Monthly Fee or Minimum Balance Requirement | |
Features | Intelligent Checking® *MOST POPULAR |
Basic Checking | |
Overdraft Protection2 Optional |
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Visa Debit Card | |||
Mobile Banking | |||
Online Banking | |||
Online Bill Pay | |||
Direct Deposit | |||
Unlimited Check Writing | |||
Free Online Money Management Software | |||
Person-To-Person Money Transfers |
All Checking Accounts: *APY = annual percentage yield. Fees could reduce earnings on this account. Rate may change at any time after account is open. Click here for full account disclosures.
Truth-in-Savings Disclosure: Except as specifically described, the following disclosures apply to all accounts.
Intelligent Checking® Disclosure:Rates Effective as of February 1, 2024. All rates subject to change. No monthly fee. To earn the Intelligent Checking rate of 5.50% APY on balances up to and including $25,000, and 0.25% APY on balances over $25,000, you must meet the following monthly requirements: twelve (12) debit or credit card transactions; direct deposit of $100 or more per month, log in to online banking at least once per month; and receive e-Statements. If account requirements are not met, the non-qualifying rate will be 0.05% APY. New accounts will receive the qualifying dividend rate for the first statement cycle. Existing accounts converted to Intelligent Checking may qualify to receive the qualifying dividend rate beginning on the first day of the month following the month in which the account is converted. All requirements must be met with transactions posted and cleared by the close of business on the day before the last day of the month. ATM transactions do not count toward the 12 debit card transactions. Dividend paid on the last day of the month in which it is earned. Qualifiers must all be on the same account. **Only accounts that meet the Intelligent Checking criteria are eligible for the $25 ATM fee refund. Visit www.iQcu.com for details about how the ATM fee refund is calculated and other limitations. If your account has been open for at least thirty days and is in good standing, iQ Credit Union may, but is not obligated, to pay overdrafts on your account. An overdraft can occur when there are not sufficient funds in your account to pay an item presented against your account such as a check, electronic fund transfer or ACH, bill payment, or other debit on your account. A fee of up to $30 may be assessed for each overdraft. Overdrafts and subsequent fees are payable immediately; negative accounts must be brought positive within thirty days of the account going negative.
Please contact the Credit Union at 800-247-4364 or stop by your local branch to initiate a dispute on your debit or credit card. We will advise you on the best way to proceed with the dispute. Please contact us promptly, otherwise you may incur increased liability for the transactions.
If you discover your card has been lost or stolen, call the Member Contact Center immediately at 360-695-3441 or 800-247-4364. If you are traveling outside the United States, please call 727-572-7723 to block your card immediately. You may stop at a local branch to receive a new card the same day, or call us during business hours to order a new card by mail.
All deposits are different. Some deposits take longer to clear, depending on the type of deposit and the time the deposit is made. For deposits made at a branch or by mail, any delay is counted in business days from the day of deposit. For example, if a deposit is made after hours, the deposit won’t be considered until the next business day.
If you make a deposit at an iQ Credit Union ATM:
(Note that some exceptions apply. Please see the Membership & Account Agreement for complete details.)
If you make a Mobile Deposit:
A new check order may be placed by:
A re-order may be placed by:
On balances of $0 - $25,000.00, dividends are earned at the full percentage (currently 4.00% annual percentage yield (APY)) if monthly requirements are met.
On balances exceeding $25,000.00, dividends are earned at 0.25% APY if monthly requirements are met.
Dividends are earned at 0.05% APY if monthly requirements are not met.
Monthly Requirements:
The qualifying period is the last day of the previous month through the current month's next to last day.
iQ is alerted about security breaches as soon as the information is made available. In these situations, we have processes in place to ensure your account remains secure. If you have any concerns about a possible breach, reach out to us by logging in to Digital Branch to send us a secured message or call us at 800.247.4364.
Starting Aug. 1, 2023, nonsufficient fees will operate differently; if your account lacks sufficient funds to cover a transaction and you have not opted out of Courtesy and Card OD with no available source of overdraft protection, we will not pay the item and we won’t charge you a nonsufficient funds (NSF) fee. Previously, if transactions exceeding your balance were not paid, you would incur an NSF fee.
You also won’t be charged a returned item fee if someone else writes you a check and it is returned unpaid.
As a member-focused credit union, we continually review our policies to ensure they are fair and beneficial. The changes reflect our commitment to transparency and helping our members avoid unexpected costs. Technology is changing, which reduces some of our manual processes. Now we’re passing these savings on to our members.
Just log into your account online or on our mobile app and navigate to your account statement. This will show any fees you've been charged. The fee schedule is available online and mailed with disclosures. If you need help to understand these fees, just give us a call!
NSF stands for "nonsufficient funds." This is a fee some financial institutions charge when a transaction you make exceeds the available balance and they do not pay the transaction. Notices are also sent when fees are charged. iQ Credit Union does not charge this fee.
This fee comes into play when you use our overdraft services. An overdraft fee is a charge a financial institution imposes when a customer's account has insufficient funds to cover a transaction, but the transaction is still paid.
Good question! Both these fees relate to not having enough funds in your account. The NSF fee happens when a transaction cannot be paid due to a lack of funds, and the overdraft fee occurs when we pay a transaction for you that exceeds your available balance.
The major difference between the two is what happens to the transaction. With an overdraft, your transaction is paid even though your account balance is too low, while with an NSF, the transaction is not paid.If you are unsure of your current overdraft selections, you will need to contact iQ Credit Union to determine what coverage is best for you.
The best way is to keep a close eye on your account balance. Make sure there's enough in your account to cover your transactions. Budgeting well and regularly checking your balance can help avoid surprises. Setting up regular balance alerts in the Digital Branch to keep an eye on your balance is a great way to avoid overdraft fees as well. You can also set up a transfer from a savings account, credit card, or loan to cover your accounts.
Our Member Perks are our way of saying thank you for being part of iQ Credit Union. As part of this program, enrolled members can take advantage of one courtesy overdraft fee reversal per year, adding an extra layer of financial protection.
We totally get it—finance can be a complicated business! You can always reach out to our helpful member service representatives. They'll be happy to answer any additional questions you might have.
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