First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking

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in Checking Accounts from Heartland Financial USA Inc · Member FDIC

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Highlights
Cashback Rewards	N/A
APY (Annual Percentage Yield)	0.01% - 0.05%
Monthly Fee	$0 - $12
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee	Starting at $7,500

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking Review

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking is offered by Heartland Financial USA Inc, a nonbank financial services provider founded in 1981 and based in Dubuque, IA. First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking is available in 1 state across the USA.

Key Takeaways

Higher than average APY. First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking has an annual percentage yield of up to .05%, which is higher than the national average interest rate on savings accounts.
Charges a monthly fee. This account charges a monthly service fee of up to $12, but the fee is waived if you keep a minimum balance of $7,500.
$500 minimum deposit. This is a typical minimum initial deposit, but there are accounts that require a smaller initial deposit or have no minimum.
No ATM fees. First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking does not charge fees on ATM transactions.
Bill pay. Pay your bills to practically anyone in the United States through Heartland Financial USA Inc.

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Interest-yielding account. Access to physical branches. Free debit card	No signup bonus. Does not provide access to a nationwide ATM network. Only available in one state. Higher than average wire transfer fees. Monthly service charge.

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking FAQ

Are checking accounts from Heartland Financial USA Inc federally insured?

Yes, this account is 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 First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking offer?

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking offers an APY starting at .01% and ranging up to .05% (APY stands for annual percentage yield, rates may change).

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking Rates and Terms
Rates	Amount
APY (Annual Percentage Yield)	.01% - .05%

What are the account minimums for First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking?

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking requires a minimum initial deposit of $500 to open an account.

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking Minimums
Description
Minimum Opening Deposit	Starting at $500
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee	Starting at $7,500

What fees does First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking charge?

This account charges a monthly service fee of up to $12.

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking Fees
Description
ATM Fee: In-Network	$0
ATM Reimbursement Monthly Limit	$20
Bank Teller Fee	$0
Check Cashing Fee	$0
Debit Card Replacement Fee	$12
Early Account Closure	$25
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card)	3%
Monthly Fee	$0 - $12
NSF Fee	$35
Online Bill Pay Fee	$0
Overdraft Item Fee	$35
Overdraft Protection Fee (per transfer)	$10
Stop Payment Fee	$35
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Incoming)	$12
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Outgoing)	$30
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Incoming)	$15
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Outgoing)	$45
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network	$0

Does First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking charge overdraft fees?

Yes, First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking charges a $35 fee for every overdraft.

First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking offers overdraft protection at a cost of $10 per transaction.

What features and perks does First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking offer?

This account includes the following features:

Fraud monitoring - First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum 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 - First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum 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.

What is the customer support email for First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking?

The customer support email for First Bank and Trust of Texas Platinum Checking is jberg@htlf.com.

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