Checking

Note: On October 3, 2008, FDIC deposit insurance temporarily increased from $100,000 to $250,000 per depositor through December 31, 2009.

We recognize that different people have different needs, even when it comes to checking accounts. We offer a choice of checking products that makes the most sense for you to manage your money.

Esquire Bank Elite Checking Account

2.50% APY¹
Unlimited check writing
No monthly maintenance charges
No per check fees
FREE first check order (50 checks - selected style only)
FREE ATM/Debit Card
FREE online account access²
No minimum balance required

Open an account Online or mail in an application today.

1. 2.47% Rate with an APY of 2.50% as of 10/21/08
2. There may be a fee for certain services provided through online banking

Esquire Bank Personal Checking Account

Unlimited check writing
No monthly maintenance charges
No per check fees
FREE first check order (50 checks - selected style only)
FREE ATM/Debit Card
FREE online account access²
$1,000 minimum balance required¹
On October 14, 2008 the FDIC expanded full coverage to all non-interest bearing transaction deposit accounts at an FDIC-insured institution, including all personal and business checking deposit accounts that do not earn interest. These accounts are fully insured for the entire amount in the deposit account. This unlimited insurance coverage is temporary and will remain in effect for participating institutions until December 21, 2009.

Open an account Online or mail in an application today.

1. $7.50 monthly fee if daily average balance drops below the minimum.
2. There may be a fee for certain services provided through online banking.

Esquire Bank Choice Checking Account

Looking for interest on your deposits? For a checking account with the earning power of a savings account, we offer Choice Checking.

Unlimited check writing
No monthly maintenance charges
No per check fees
FREE first check order (50 checks - selected style only)
FREE ATM/Debit Card
FREE online account access²
$1,500 minimum balance required¹

Esquire Bank Premier Relationship Checking Account

Earn interest on your higher balances:

Unlimited check writing
Interest earned and credited monthly on balances of $5,000 or more¹
FREE first check order (50 checks - selected style only)
FREE ATM/Debit Card
FREE unlimited ATM transactions
FREE online account access²
FREE online bill pay

Open an account Online or mail in an application today.

1. Requires $5,000 daily average balance on deposit in the checking account. $10.00 monthly fee if daily average balance drops below $5,000 in checking account.No interest earned on balances below $5000.00

2. There may be a fee for certain services provided through online banking.

Esquire Bank Basic Checking Account

Basic, "no-frills" checking:

No minimum balance required¹
FREE first check order (50 checks - selected style only)
FREE ATM/Debit Card
FREE online account access²
On October 14, 2008 the FDIC expanded full coverage to all non-interest bearing transaction deposit accounts at an FDIC-insured institution, including all personal and business checking deposit accounts that do not earn interest. These accounts are fully insured for the entire amount in the deposit account. This unlimited insurance coverage is temporary and will remain in effect for participating institutions until December 21, 2009.

Open an account Online or mail in an application today.

1. $3.00 monthly fee for the first 8 debits, $0.50 thereafter.
2. There may be a fee for certain services provided through online bankin

Deposit Rates

Click here to view our Checking & Savings Rates.

Check Reorder

With a simple click, you can conveniently reorder your checks; you'll be linked directly to Deluxe to place your order. Be sure to have your checking account information available, including the number of your last check. Your checking account will be debited for the checks automatically.

If you prefer to reorder by phone, please call 1-800-996-0213 and press option 4 to speak with a representative.