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Earn More on Your Money

High Yield Checking Account

Grow your money faster with a 5.00% APY up to $10,000 on our High Yield Checking account.1 Plus, enjoy the convenience of check writing and online banking.
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High Yield Checking

High Yield Checking: The Perfect Blend of Earning Power & Everyday Flexibility

Looking to make your money work harder for you? High Yield Checking offers a competitive 5.00% APY on balances up to $10,000, while still providing the flexibility and convenience of a traditional checking account.1 Enjoy features like check writing, online banking, and mobile banking to manage your everyday finances seamlessly. Compare this account with other checking options.
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5.00% APY on $10,000

Earn 5.00% APY on balances up to $10,000 in your high yield checking account.
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$1,500 minimum deposit

Open your account with a $1,500 deposit and qualify for a special bonus.
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free starter check

Get a free pack of starter checks with your high yield checking account.
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Over 1,300 no-fee ATMs

No surcharge when you use a MIDFLORIDA or Publix Presto! ATM.
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Everyday Access

Enjoy an instant-issue debit card, easy direct deposit setup, and a pack of starter checks.

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Debit card rewards

Earn cash back for yourself or for a local school.
Account Dividend Rate APY1
Balances up to $10,000 4.889% 5.00%
Balances over $10,000 0.00% 5.00% to 0.00%
1. Offer and rate valid as of January 1, 2026, and may be canceled or changed without notice. MIDFLORIDA Credit Union membership and eligibility requirements apply. Limit 1 account per SSN. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates may change after the account is opened, without notice. Annual Percentage Yield shown is accurate as of January 1, 2026. Minimum to open is $1,500. No minimum balance to earn 5.00% APY on balances up to $10,000. Balances over $10,000 earn 0.00% APY. Contact employees for further information on fees and terms.
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High Yield Checking Benefits

We make it easy to enjoy your money when you need it, with some extra rewards along the way.
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Online Banking Tools for Smarter Money Management

Our Free Online Banking gives you more than everyday convenience. It helps you stay connected to your high yield checking account so you can track your balance, review transactions, and see your earned dividends anytime. Your dashboard brings everything together in one place, and the built-in budgeting tools give you a clear picture of spending, savings, and growth.
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Linked & External Accounts

Manage All Your Accounts in One Place

Easily move money between your accounts with Linked Accounts, even if they’re at other banks. With our External Accounts feature, you can see your full financial picture in one place and quickly shift funds to your high yield checking account when it makes sense for your goals. This helps you keep the right balance in the account that earns more, without jumping between multiple apps or platforms.
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Banking at Your Fingertips

Do it all 24/7 with MIDFLORIDA's mobile app.
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Contactless Payments

Add Your Card to Your Mobile Wallet

Tap to pay using your phone when you add your card to Apple Pay, Google Wallet, Samsung Pay, Fitbit Pay or Garmin Pay. 
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Mobile Deposit

Deposit Checks in Seconds

Skip the trip to the branch and deposit your check within the mobile app. Just take a picture of the check and you're done.
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Card Controls

Keep Your Card Protected

Turn your card on or off instantly in the app and set controls for spending limits and transaction types.

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Account Alerts

Stay alert with real-time notifications

Get notified by text or email about certain activity on your account. It's a great way to protect yourself from fraud.
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New Account Offer

Enjoy a $400 Cash Bonus!

Start by opening your new checking account online or at a branch and meet all qualifying activities, and we'll pay you $400 cash.1 Get started today!
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Offer Requirements

How to Earn Your $400 Bonus

Open your new High Yield Checking account with a minimum deposit of $1,500 and complete the steps below within the first 75 days. Once criteria have been met, you'll receive your bonus within 90 days of account opening.
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Set Up direct Deposit

Receive a direct deposit of $4,000 or more to your new checking account. Note: cash app transfers don't qualify.
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Set Up Online Access

Enroll in online banking and eStatement to receive paperless statements. Be sure to log in and accept the disclosures. 
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Use Your Debit Card

Pick up a free debit card from any branch (or have one mailed to you) and use it to make 40 purchases. ATM transactions don't qualify.
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Explore More Banking Options

High Yield Checking helps your money work harder, and you can keep building with tools that support your bigger goals. Explore options that help you save, borrow, and plan with confidence.
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Certificates

Grow your savings with secure certificate options that offer competitive earning potential and fit your long-term goals.
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Home Equity Loan

Use the equity in your home to fund improvements, major purchases, or other goals with a lump sum, fixed-rate, and predictable monthly payment.
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Trust Services

Plan for the future with support from Southeast Trust Company. Their advisors can help you with estate planning, personal trusts, and charitable trusts while taking time to understand your goals and guide you through each step.
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High Yield Checking FAQs

Find everything you need to know about our High Yield Checking account below.

Yes, the High Yield Checking account has a monthly fee of $20 that can be avoided by maintaining the following: 

  • Maintain a daily balance of at least $1,500
  • Receive at least $1,000 in direct deposits each month
  • Complete 10 or more debit card purchase transactions per month.

**Transactions performed at an ATM will not qualify. Member must also be enrolled in Online Banking.

The minimum opening deposit for a High Yield Checking account is $1,500.

Yes, you must maintain a minimum daily balance of $1,500.

There is no minimum balance required to earn dividends. However, there are certain criteria that must be met in order to avoid the monthly fee. 

You can stop by any MIDFLORIDA branch to receive a free pack of starter checks. 

Yes, you can open online or visit any MIDFLORIDA branch for help.
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1. Offer valid as of January 1, 2026, and may be canceled at any time. MIDFLORIDA Credit Union membership and eligibility requirements apply. See associate for details regarding fees and terms. Freedom Banking, fiduciary and minor accounts excluded. Other terms and conditions apply. To qualify for the $400 incentive, you must open a new High Yield Checking account with direct deposit ($4,000 cumulative which must post within 75 days of account opening); accept and open online banking, eStatement, and a debit card; and complete 40 debit card purchase transactions which must post within 75 days of account opening. To qualify for the $200 incentive, you must open a new High Yield Checking account with direct deposit ($2,000 cumulative which must post within 75 days of account opening); accept and open online banking, eStatement, and a debit card; and complete 20 debit card purchase transactions which must post within 75 days of account opening. Direct Deposit must be an automated clearing house (ACH) credit of your paycheck, pension or government benefits from your employer or the government; tax refunds, cash transfer app deposits and transfers from another MIDFLORIDA account do not qualify. Annual Percentage Yield is 5.00% on balances up to $10,000 and 5.00% to 0.00% on balances of $10,000 or more. Rates may change after account is opened. Limit one incentive per Social Security number. Past checking account holders and previous recipients of checking account incentives are ineligible. New account must remain open and unrestricted at least 90 days to qualify for the incentive. The incentive will be deposited to the new High Yield Checking account within 90 days of account opening after all qualifications have been met and will be reported to the IRS. Minimum to open High Yield Checking is $1,500.