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BB&T Elite Gold

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BB&T Elite Gold

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Highlights
Monthly Fee	$30
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network	$3
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee	N/A
APY (Annual Percentage Yield)	0.01%

BB&T Elite Gold Review

BB&T Elite Gold is offered by BB&T, a bank founded in 1872 and based in Winston Salem, NC. BB&T Elite Gold is available in 15 states (and Washington, DC).

Key Takeaways

Low APY. The maximum annual percentage yield for this account is only 0.01%.
Charges a monthly fee. This account charges a monthly service fee of $30.
$100 minimum deposit. This is a typical minimum initial deposit, but there are accounts that require a smaller initial deposit or have no minimum.
Up to $12 in ATM fee reimbursements. This account will reimburse you for ATM fees (see terms and conditions for details).
Bill pay. Pay your bills to practically anyone in the United States through BB&T.

BB&T Elite Gold Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Interest-yielding account. Access to physical branches. Free debit card and the option to lock/unlock the card if lost or stolen Access to a nationwide network of ATMs.	No signup bonus. Only available in 15 states. Higher than average wire transfer fees. Monthly service charge. Charges a higher than average fee on out-of-network ATM transactions.

BB&T Elite Gold FAQ

Are checking accounts from BB&T federally insured?

Yes, your BB&T checking accounts are insured up to $250,000 per person by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The FDIC is an independent agency of the United States government that protects you against the loss of your insured deposits if an FDIC-insured bank or savings association fails. FDIC insurance is backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government.

What APY does BB&T Elite Gold offer?

BB&T Elite Gold Rates & Terms
Description
APY (Annual Percentage Yield)	0.01%

BB&T Elite Gold offers an APY of 0.01% (APY stands for annual percentage yield, rates may change). However, to earn interest account holders must keep an average beginning day balance of $0.01.

What are the account minimums for BB&T Elite Gold?

BB&T Elite Gold requires a minimum initial deposit of $100 to open an account.

BB&T Elite Gold Minimums
Description
APY Minimum Balance	$0.01
Minimum Combined Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee	$25,000
Minimum Opening Deposit	Starting at $100

What fees does BB&T Elite Gold charge?

This account charges a monthly service fee of $30.

BB&T Elite Gold Fees
Description
ATM Fee: In-Network	$0
ATM Reimbursement Monthly Limit	$12
Check Cashing Fee	$0
Check Copy	$5
Check Image Service	$4
Debit Card Replacement Fee	$5
Early Account Closure	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card)	3%
Monthly Fee	$30
NSF Fee	$36
Online Bill Pay Fee	$0
Overdraft Item Fee	$36
Overdraft Protection Fee (per transfer)	$9
Paper Statement Fee	$5
Returned Deposit Fee (Domestic)	$12
Returned Deposit Fee (International)	$12
Stop Payment Fee	$35
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Incoming)	$15
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Outgoing)	$30
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network	$3

Does BB&T Elite Gold charge overdraft fees?

Yes, BB&T Elite Gold charges a $36 fee for every overdraft.

BB&T Elite Gold offers overdraft protection at a cost of $9 per transaction.

What features and perks does BB&T Elite Gold offer?

This account includes the following features:

ATM reimbursement - This account will reimburse you for any domestic ATM fees up to a monthly maximum of $12.
Fraud monitoring - BB&T Elite Gold monitors transactions for potentially unauthorized activity, such as when a debit card is unexpectedly used in a different location or you make a sudden string of costly purchases.
Online Bill Pay - Online Bill Pay allows you to pay bills easily from your account.
Mobile Banking Services - BB&T Elite Gold allows you to manage your money online or with a mobile app. This includes depositing checks in your account with a mobile app on your smartphone.
Nationwide ATM network - Conveniently transact at a nearby ATM.

What is the customer support email for BB&T Elite Gold?

The customer support email for BB&T Elite Gold is ClientResolution@Truist.com.

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