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*Free Spending Account—All the Right Stuff for Free!

*Nonsufficient funds charge may apply.

Spending Account

A secure digital checking account backed by a Best Bank

Are you tired of paying monthly fees for your checking account? Look no further! Our Spending Checking Account, powered by WaFd Bank Free Checking, offers a hassle-free banking experience with no minimum balance requirements, no monthly maintenance fees*, and thousands of fee-free ATMs available. Whether you're opening your first account or looking to switch to a more cost-effective option, our Spending Checking Account is designed to meet your needs.

*Nonsufficient Funds Charge may apply.

    No Fee

    Bill Pay and Person-to-Person Payments with Zelle®

    Thousands of Fee-Free ATMs

    24/7 Online & Mobile Banking

    with mobile check deposit

    Over 200 Branches

    in 9 states to serve you

    Voice-Activated Banking

    Personal Financial Management Tools

    Contactless Debit Card

    Overdraft Services

Let's Open Your Free Spending Account Today

Choose Between Classic, Seattle Seawolves & Seattle Kraken Debit Cards

Only $25 initial deposit to open.

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Start Savings

With a higher interest rate than a traditional savings account, Start Savings is designed to help you save and earn more for doing it. To open, just have any WaFd Checking account (including Fresh Start) and start paying your future self.

  • Only $25 initial deposit
  • No minimum balance requirements
  • No monthly service charge
  • Variable blended rate (interest rate is different depending on how much money you have in the account)
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