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Essential Checking

Essential Checking is your everyday account—simple, no fees, and easy to manage with confidence.

Rewards* | No Fees or Penalties

Essential Checking offers a straightforward, no-frills banking experience with everything you need and nothing you don’t. It’s the perfect everyday account—easy to use, with no monthly fees and no balance requirements. Plus, you’ll still earn points through uChoose Rewards® every time you spend.

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Key Features

  • 1

    Free

    There’s no minimum balance and no monthly maintenance fees. Just free checking that pays you back.

  • 2

    uChoose Rewards®* (coming soon)

    Earn 1 point for every $5 you spend with your debit card.

  • 3

    Easy Access

    Use online banking and mobile tools to stay in control.

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— Nosh T

  • Essential Checking is a free, non-interest-bearing checking account with no monthly maintenance fees and no minimum balance requirements. *You can enroll in the uChoose Rewards® program, where eligible signature-based debit card purchases earn 1 point for every $5.00 spent. Reward points may take up to 30 days after the transaction to appear in your uChoose Rewards® account. ATM withdrawals, internal transfers, and debit card transactions processed as ATM or PIN-based transactions do not qualify for reward points. Participation in the uChoose Rewards® program is governed by uChoose Rewards® terms and conditions, which are subject to change without notice. Fitzsimons Credit Union is not responsible for the availability, redemption, or value of any third-party rewards. Membership eligibility required. Federally insured by NCUA.