Checking that keeps up with you.
Our new Rise Transaction Account is a high-yield checking account with no minimum balance and no monthly fees. Once you meet a few simple requirements such as direct deposit and eStatements, you’ll gain access to our checking account and Empeople membership benefits. The more you transact, the more you earn!
Additionally, you’ll get access to all of our great services, including access to our highly rated digital banking, free bill pay, VisaÂŽ debit card(s), access to a nationwide fee-free ATM network, early access to your direct deposit*, and more!
*Subject to ACH and payor processing timelines
Rise Transaction Account Rates
| Average Daily Balance | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Card or Debit Card Spend** | 0-20 transactions per month | 21+ transactions per month** | 31+ transactions per month** | ||
| APY* | Dividend Rate | Overall APY* | Dividend Rate | Overall APY* | |
| Up to But Not Exceeding $5,000 | .10% | 3.00% | 3.04% | 4.25% | 4.33% |
| Above $5,000 But Not Exceeding $10,000 | 3.25% | 3.04% - 3.17% | 4.5% | 4.33% - 4.46% | |
| Above $10,000 But Not Exceeding $20,000 | 4.00% | 3.17% - 3.62% | 5.25% | 4.46% - 4.92% | |
| Above $20,000 | 0.50% | 3.62% - 0.50% | 1.50% | 4.92% - 1.51% | |
| Enroll | n/a | eStatements | |||
| Use | n/a | Digital Banking within last 90 days | |||
| n/a | Primary Member must have valid email on file | ||||
| Deposit | n/a | $1,500 or more in direct deposit per month | |||
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Rates may change after the account is opened. Fees may reduce earnings on account. Rate is accurate as of last dividend declaration date. Rates and terms subject to change without notice.
**Using Empeople Debit or Credit Card (not combined); Average Daily Balance, Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Interest calculated in each split based on average daily balance.
Features
- Free access to ATM Nationwide Network
- Earn up to 5.25% Dividend for funds between $10K up to $20K. Above $20K the Dividend earned is up to 1.5%.
- No Monthly Service Fee
Features Available With The Rise Transaction Account
Direct Deposit
Access your money faster with Direct Deposit.  Funds go directly into your account, so itâs easy to access your pay right awayâespecially helpful if youâre traveling!
Standard Pay Deposit
Use our Direct Deposit Form for paychecks not related to John Deere payroll, government agency employment or social security pay.
Deere Payroll
- Access your Deere Self-Service website at John Deere ESS
- Login with your Deere username and password
- Click on the My Payroll link
- Once you are logged in, click the link to Banking Information to set up your direct deposit!
Deere Retirees or Social Security Pay
Contact Deere Direct at (888) 432-3373 for assistance.
Social Security Pay
To set up direct deposit of your Social Security or Supplemental Security Income, call the helpline at (800) 333-1795 or visit the Treasuryâs website at: https://www.ssa.gov/deposit
Overdraft Protection
Accidents happen. Thatâs why overdraft protection is a good thing. We make it easy to use your savings account or a standing line of credit to make overdrafts a thing of the past.
Overdraft protection can assist in covering items coming through your checking account. The Credit Union can set up your account to overdraw from a line of credit or savings account. Fees may apply. Please contact the Credit Union if you would like to know how your account is set up.
Make sure youâre covered by simply giving us a call at (800) 338-6739.
Courtesy Pay
Have you ever made an honest mistake in your checkbook? Or, found yourself a âlittle shortâ before payday? Perhaps youâve had an unusual or unforeseen expense at the wrong time. Relax, you may deserve special consideration.
Courtesy Pay safeguards you from the potential embarrassment of bouncing a check with a merchant or having your debit card declined when taking a friend to dinner. Neither the merchant nor other patrons will be aware of the status of your account. To learn more about how your account is setup, please contact us.
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