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FLAGSTAR ELITE CHECKING

A premium checking account with exclusive perks

Experience an everyday checking account with premium perks like preferred CD rates1 and dedicated support.

$5002

New customer bonus

$50

Minimum to open

$0

Minimum balance

$15 

Waivable monthly fee
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FDIC protected up to 250k

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Why choose Elite Checking?

Everyday banking with premium perks

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$5002 new customer bonus

New checking customers receive $5002 when they set up three $2,500 monthly direct deposits within 90 days of account opening.

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Spend with confidence

Use your Flagstar Visa® Debit Card3 and Mobile Wallet for secure purchases worldwide.

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Access to preferred CD rates1

Earn a higher interest rate on certificates of deposit when you open this account.

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Exclusive features and amenities

Enjoy higher limits on transfers and mobile deposits,4 as well as a dedicated client service line.

More ways to manage your finances

Convenient banking tools designed for everyday life.

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Keep your money safe

Set up account security alerts and lock your debit card instantly if it's lost or stolen.

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Stay connected to your money

Check balances, monitor your credit, and manage all your accounts in one place with Online and Mobile Banking5

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Easy ways to pay

Send money in minutes with Zelle,® pay bills online for free, and make contactless payments with mobile wallet.

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Make deposits from anywhere, in minutes6

Deposit checks quickly and securely using your smartphone

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Get cash when you need it

Surcharge-free withdrawals nationwide at 56,000+ Flagstar ATMs7 and over 300 branches.

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Avoid the $15 monthly maintenance fee

Choose ONE of these options to waive the fee.

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You are an active-duty U.S. military member or a veteran

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An average daily balance of $25,000 or more in combined Flagstar linked personal deposit and/or wealth services accounts8

FAQs for Flagstar Elite Checking

After meeting the cash bonus requirements, you will receive either a $300 credit into your Flagstar Ready Checking account or a $500 credit into your Flagstar Elite Checking account as a bonus 91-104 days after account opening.

Yes! Flagstar is an FDIC-insured bank, which means customer deposits are insured up to at least $250,000 per depositor for each deposit category.9

$15 monthly service charge, which you can avoid by maintaining a $25,000 combined monthly average balance in your Flagstar personal deposit and/or investment accounts. Your linked account(s) must be enrolled in the Flagstar Elite Relationship Program.

When someone opens a checking account, Flagstar may do a soft credit pull, which will not affect their credit score.

1 Excludes 10-Day CDs. Offer available to customers enrolled in Flagstar Elite Relationship Program only.

2You must be a new personal checking customer of Flagstar Bank. You must open a Flagstar Ready Checking account or a Flagstar Elite Checking account. You will receive either a $300 credit into your Flagstar Ready Checking account or a $500 credit into your Flagstar Elite Checking account as a bonus 91–104 days after account opening, subject to the following conditions: Within the first 90 days after account opening, you must receive one or more direct deposits (ACH credits) totaling at least $500 per month for each of the three calendar months following account opening (for a cumulative total of at least $1,500) to qualify for the Ready Checking $300 offer; or at least $2,500 per month for each of the three calendar months following account opening (for a cumulative total of at least $7,500) to qualify for the Elite Checking $500 offer. For purposes of this offer, "direct deposit" means an electronic deposit of your paycheck, pension, Social Security, or other regular monthly income deposited into your account via ACH. Additionally, (i) this offer is limited to one promotion per household; (ii) if any signer on this account has been paid a checking cash bonus previously, you are ineligible to receive this offer; (iii) this offer cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions; (iv) early account closure fee and reclamation of bonus may be imposed for accounts closed within 180 days; and (v) Flagstar Bank employees are not eligible for the offer. For tax purposes, the value of any cash bonus or incentive is considered taxable as interest and you will receive an IRS form from Flagstar Bank. Consult your tax advisor regarding your specific tax situation. Offer subject to change or cancellation at any time without notice. Receiving this offer does not guarantee your eligibility. All account applications are subject to our normal approval process. Area restrictions may apply.

3This debit card is issued by Flagstar Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc.

4Higher limits apply within 30 calendar days if you are an existing customer or 60 calendar days if you are a new customer.

5Not all devices supported. Available for eligible personal and business deposit account customers only.

6Not all devices supported. Available for eligible personal and business checking and savings account customers only. Must be an active mobile banking user. Must be a customer for a minimum of two business days. Accounts must be in good standing.

7Currency conversion fee may apply to transactions outside the U.S.

8Monthly maintenance service fee waived with any ONE of the following: Active U.S. military/veteran; $25,000 average daily balance in combined Flagstar linked personal deposit and/or wealth services accounts.

9Visit fdic.gov for more information about FDIC insurance coverage.

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