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Fifth Third Essential Checking

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Fifth Third Essential Checking

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SuperMoney Net Recommendation Score -38

Mostly not recommended

2 users recommend

1 user is unsure

5 users don't recommend

Browse Reviews: 2 Recommendations | 5 Complaints

Highlights
Community Rating	Mostly not recommended
Monthly Fee	$0 - $11
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network	$2.75
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee	N/A
APY (Annual Percentage Yield)	0.01%
Number of Reviews	8

Fifth Third Essential Checking Review

Fifth Third Essential Checking is offered by Fifth Third Bank, a bank founded in 1858 and based in Cincinnati, OH. Fifth Third Essential Checking is available in 10 states across the USA.

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 up to $11.
No minimum initial deposit. There is no minimum balance required to open an account.
No ATM fees. Fifth Third Essential Checking does not charge fees on ATM transactions within its network but there is a fee of up to $2.75 for out-of-network ATM transactions.
Bill pay. Pay your bills to practically anyone in the United States through Fifth Third Bank.

Fifth Third Essential checking Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Interest-yielding account. Access to physical branches. Free debit card	No signup bonus. Only available in 10 states. Higher than average wire transfer fees. Monthly service charge (if minimums are not met). Charges a higher than average fee on out-of-network ATM transactions.

Fifth Third Essential checking FAQ

Are checking accounts from Fifth Third Bank federally insured?

Yes, your Fifth Third Bank 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 Fifth Third Essential checking offer?

Fifth Third Essential Checking Rates & Terms
Description
APY (Annual Percentage Yield)	0.01%

Fifth Third Essential checking offers an APY of 0.01% (APY stands for annual percentage yield, rates may change).

What are the account minimums for Fifth Third Essential checking?

Fifth Third Essential checking does not require a minimum initial deposit.

Fifth Third Essential Checking Minimums
Description
Minimum Combined Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee	$1,500
Minimum Direct Deposit to Avoid Monthly Fee	$500
Minimum Opening Deposit	Starting at $0

What fees does Fifth Third Essential checking charge?

This account charges a monthly service fee of up to $11.

Fifth Third Essential Checking Fees
Description
ATM Fee: In-Network	$0
Check Copy	$5
Check Image Service	$2
Debit Card Replacement Fee	$0
Early Account Closure	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card)	3%
Monthly Fee	$0 - $11
NSF Fee	$37
Online Bill Pay Fee	$0
Overdraft Item Fee	$37
Overdraft Protection Fee (per transfer)	$12
Paper Statement Fee	$5
Returned Deposit Fee (Domestic)	$15
Returned Deposit Fee (International)	$15
Stop Payment Fee	$33
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Incoming)	$15
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Outgoing)	$30
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Incoming)	$15
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Outgoing)	$85
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network	$2.75

Does Fifth Third Essential checking charge overdraft fees?

Yes, Fifth Third Essential checking charges a $37 fee for every overdraft.

Fifth Third Essential checking offers overdraft protection at a cost of $12 per transaction.

What features and perks does Fifth Third Essential checking offer?

This account includes the following features:

Check images with statement - Reconciling your accounts and complying with document retention standards is easier when you have access to a copy of your checks.
Fraud monitoring - Fifth Third Essential checking 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 - Fifth Third Essential checking 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 Fifth Third Essential checking?

The customer support email for Fifth Third Essential checking is info@53.com.

How do people rate the customer service and user experience of Fifth Third Essential checking?

Overall, Fifth Third Essential checking is mostly not recommended based on community reviews that rate customer service and user experience.

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