Basic Checking
Any Way You Want to Pay
With unlimited transactions, you can access your money however is easiest for you: ATM, VISA Debit Card, checks, and ACH deposits and withdrawals. There’s no monthly maintenance fees and no minimum balance required. Dividends are paid monthly based on average daily balances of $500 or more. See current rates and charges.
Checking Accounts at FFCCU offer ease and accessibility with these features:
- FREE online banking
- FREE bill pay
- FREE Mobile App
- Access to 36,000+ ATMs nationwide
- e-Statements
- e-Alerts
- ATM Cards
- VISA® Debit
- No minimum balance requirements
KUDOS!
I experienced a problem with an automatic withdrawal. Emily provided lots of information on how to handle it and secured a refund. More than that: she gave me moral support, when I was feeling very up...
-Irene
The live chat team always does an outstanding job handling my frequent use of online messaging. I’m hearing impaired and prefer messaging to phone calls. They handle all my issues quickly and thorough...
-Denny J.
Erica Irons went above and beyond for our home loan! In spite of storm damage causing our branch to close, she made our transaction smooth. I love FFCCU in Willoughby ❤️
-Mary Kay & Joe
Faith Thomas is the absolute best! She made sure everything was perfectly done – even staying late! She even went above and beyond the next day by reaching out to me to confirm all was well. Faith wil...
Cayla V.
Berto was awesome. I joined up today as a brand new member, and he helped in every possible way to make the process smooth and complete. Thanks, Berto!
-Karen
Big kudos to the West Side CLE branch. I secured my new car loan with a rate better than what the dealer was offering. FFCCU has always been my go-to for car loans for this very reason!
-Bridget E.
Beth and Kathy were excellent to work with. They answered every question I had and every phone call I made. I loved those two.
-Alan S.
Wow!!! You give me the best customer service!!! I’m an 8-year Member and can say my Credit Union performs like nothing else. They take such a personal interest in all my issues, great and small.
-David W.
Beth Meyer is priceless. I can’t imagine things going any smoother. She stayed in touch at every step and moved everything along with ease.
-Ryan R.
We want to give a shout out to Margaret from the Emerald Branch, she was excellent in helping us with our accounts. She made it easy to understand and to do. She even came in on her day off to help us...
-John D.
I’ve been with FFCCU for over 25 years and always have great experiences. Lisa Snell was no exception: whether online or meeting in person to close my auto loan, she’s fantastic!
-Julie Z.
Tiffany Zifcak worked with me on my recent home equity loan and did an amazing job. She made the process quick and easy for me. Will be using FFCCU for more of my financial needs in the future.
-Mike K.
Our Rates
Account Name | Min. Balance | APY* |
---|---|---|
Regular Checking | $500+ | 0.01% |
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Dividends are credited to your account and compounded every month. Minimum balance requirements apply to average daily balance. Account is subject to approval. Call 800.621.4644 for current rates as they are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
No. There is no minimum balance required to maintain your Basic Checking account. However, an average daily balance of $500 or more is required to earn dividends.
No. FFCCU’s Basic Checking has no monthly maintenance fees, so you can manage your account without worrying about extra costs.
Yes. Each member account is insured up to $250,000 through American Share Insurance (ASI), the nation’s largest provider of private share insurance for credit unions.
Yes. With free online banking and our mobile app, you can check balances, transfer funds, pay bills, and more anytime it’s convenient for you.
You will have access to over 36,000 ATMs nationwide, making it easy to get cash when and where you need it.
You can use your VISA® Debit Card, write checks, set up ACH payments, or use free bill pay. You can also enroll in direct deposit to have your paycheck deposited automatically.
You do not have to be a firefighter to join. FFCCU serves a wide range of members. When you open an account, you become part of a cooperative that benefits everyone, not just a select group.
Click the “Apply Now” button on this page to start. If you are not already a member, we will guide you through the membership process during your application.