Fresh Checking
Get a fresh start on your finances and improve your credit score, no fees or minimum monthly balance required.
Start building your financial future today.
At Great Lakes Credit Union, we understand that you have your own unique financial story. Fresh Checking, a safe, affordable bank account certified by BankOn,® lets you take that story in a fresh direction. You’ll get a free checking account that can help you establish or reestablish a positive financial history while building a relationship with a local credit union you can trust.1
- Certified by BankOn, the national platform of the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund
- No minimum monthly balance requirement
- Open with just a $25 initial deposit
- Receive a free, instant-issue debit card
- 24/7 online and mobile banking account access
- Eligibility for our interest-bearing Free Checking Account after a period of positive financial history2
Do more than bank. Bank for a greater good. Join our membership and be part of the Great Lakes Credit Union story.
Debit Card Rewards
Enjoy exclusive savings on everything from apparel to travel, courtesy of our debit card rewards program – a small “thank you” for your membership.
Invite a Friend
Know someone looking for a not-for-profit financial institution that lets them bank for a greater good? Send them our way!
Testimonials
“I’ve gotten great customer service from Great Lakes Credit Union. When I go into the branch there is always someone there with a smile ready to help.”
Fresh Checking FAQs
Got questions? We’ve got answers. Don’t see an answer to your question here? Contact us, and a team member will be happy to help.
Most checks can be viewed by clicking on the actual check number in your list of transactions within Online Banking. They can also be found by selecting Transactions then Search in the menu after logging in.
Log into Online Banking and click on Dashboard in the menu. Next to the account balance click on Holds to view pending card transactions and check holds.
Log into Online Banking and click on Transfers in the menu. Select Check Withdrawal in the sub menu and enter the dollar amount to be withdrawn. A check will be issued the next business day and mailed to the address listed on the account.*
*Please allow 7-10 business days for the check to arrive, depending on the postal service.
If you have a GLCU checking account, transfers can be made to another financial institution by using the Transfer option in Bill Pay.
*Please note, daily limits apply. Contact us for more information.
Simply log into Online Banking and click on Check Order in the menu bar. If you had a change of address since your previous check order, please contact us to update your address before proceeding.
Special Savings
Did you know 59% of Americans don’t have enough savings to cover a $1,000 unexpected expense without borrowing? Our Special Savings account can help.
Maximize your membership.
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Get member-exclusive discounts on tax services from TurboTax® and H&R Block,® and estate plans from Trust & Will.
Disclosure:
1Some restrictions apply. Please contact us for details.
2Subject to change without notice. Transition from Fresh to Free Checking is not guaranteed and depends on account history and other factors.
3APY = Annual Percentage Yield. All dividend rates and APY may change at any time.
4APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Terms and conditions may apply.
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