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Checking Account Comparison – South Carolina

Personal Finances 2 min read

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With over 75 banks located in the state of South Carolina, checking account comparison can be overwhelming. If you live in South Carolina and are looking at opening a checking account, consider stopping in at First Bank.

First Bank Checking Account Options

First Bank aims to make the process of comparing checking accounts as easy as possible. That is why we offer five different checking accounts, ranging from basic accounts for individuals to specialized accounts for college students and senior citizens.

Everywhere Checking

  • Free online and mobile banking, free online bill pay, and free eStatements or paper statements.*
  • Earn rewards when you use your eligible First Bank credit card***

Everywhere Plus

Everywhere Premium

  • Includes all the same benefits and features of Everywhere Plus
  • Free member checks or 50% off other check designs
  • 4 free official checks per statement cycle
  • Unlimited out-of-network ATM transactions with no First Bank fee

Campus Checking

  • For students under 25
  • Includes all the benefits of Everywhere Checking
  • No monthly maintenance fees

Senior Checking

  • Monthly direct deposit of $250 a month can qualify Seniors (55+) for no monthly maintenance fees****
  • Includes all the benefits of Everywhere Checking
  • Free basic checks or 50% off other check designs

You can also use the checking account comparison chart on our website to find the best checking account for you.

Visit First Bank Today

Call or visit the First Bank location nearest you. We can help with checking account comparisons and show you why First Bank is the best bank in South Carolina to open a checking account.

*While First Bank does not charge for mobile banking, your mobile carrier’s message and data rates may apply.

***Loans subject to credit approval. See our Terms and Conditions for complete details on our One Rewards Program. MasterCard, Debit MasterCard and the MasterCard brand marks are trademarks of MasterCard International Incorporated.

****Direct deposit defined as external ACH credit. Transfers from other First Bank accounts or deposits made at a branch do not apply.

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Sources:

Investopedia: http://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/directdeposit.asp

Investopedia: http://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/minimum-balance.asp

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