MyChoice Checking

Checking That Starts With You — Smarter Banking, Your Way

Start your financial journey with an account designed just for you. MyChoice Checking is built to give you the freedom to manage your money without the usual costs, so you can focus on what really matters.

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Account Costs

$5 or $0 monthly fee
How to Avoid the Fee
$50 Minimum to open account

Built for How You Bank

Flexible tools that make everyday banking easier and more in your control.
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Bank Anytime, Anywhere

Online and in-app tools give you 24/7 control of your account.
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Pay Your Way—Phone, Watch, or Card

Leave your wallet in your pocket and use your Central Bank Debit Mastercard® inside your digital wallet.
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Mobile Deposit

Deposit checks safely and securely—anytime, anywhere. Just snap a photo and submit.
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Lock Your Card

Lock or unlock your debit card whenever it’s misplaced, giving you fast protection and added peace of mind.
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Send Money Quickly

With Zelle®disclosure 1, You can send money to people you know and trust directly from Online and Mobile Banking, quickly and securely.
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Account Alerts

Stay in the loop with real-time updates on balances, card activity, transactions, deposits, and more.

Banking That Fits Your Life

Banking made to keep up with you, giving you freedom, choice, and control over your money.
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Convenient Branches

170+ locations across multiple states make in-person banking simple.
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Nationwide ATM Access

Withdraw cash without fees at our ATMs or 40,000+ MoneyPass® locations, and we’ll reimburse other ATM feesdisclosure 3 if no surcharge-free ATMs are nearby.
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Overdraft Options

Choose how your account handles transactions when funds are low.
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Online Statements

View and download up to seven years of statements securely online—simple and convenient.

Show off Your Style or Team Spirit

Choose from a variety of debit card designs, with select layouts in horizontal or vertical formats — plus sports team cards, some offering exclusive perks.
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Know What’s Coming

See what’s on the way, from paychecks to bills, and get alerts if your balance might run low.
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Track Spending

Easily search and filter transactions by account, month, or category so you always know where your money is going.
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Spot Trends

View simple charts of your spending habits, making it easier to notice patterns and adjust if you need to.
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Stick to Your Budget

Set a budget that works for you, track your progress, and get friendly reminders to help you stay on track.

Build Savings with Everyday Spending

If you also have a SaveUp savings account with us, you can round up debit purchases or choose a set amount to move into savings with every transaction—making it easier to build savings without changing how you spend.

Learn

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Disclosures and Information

  1. Zelle is intended for sending money to family, friends and people you are familiar with. We recommend that you not use Zelle to send money to anyone you don’t know. Zelle and the Zelle related marks are wholly owned by Early Warning Services, LLC, and are used herein under license.Back to content
  2. Early availability is not guaranteed and may vary between deposits and may depend on instructions sent by the payer or any limitations we set. Not all direct deposits qualify. Available for eligible accounts: MaxMoney, MyChoice, World, World Elite, and Preferred Interest. Enrollment is required. See our Early Direct Deposit Agreement for more details.Back to content
  3. Must submit the other bank’s ATM receipts to any teller or customer service representative within 60 days of a transaction. ATM refund will be limited to $10 per receipt with a maximum of $25 per statement cycle.Back to content
  1. This card is issued by The Central Trust Bank pursuant to a license by Mastercard® International Incorporated. Mastercard and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated. Subject to credit approval.