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First Republic Bank Classic Checking

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in Checking Accounts from First Republic Bank · Member FDIC
Net Recommendation Score -33  

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This product is mostly not recommended by SuperMoney users with a score of -33, equating to 2.3 on a 5 point rating scale.

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APY (Annual Percentage Yield) 0%
Monthly Fee $0 - $25
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee Starting at $2,500

First Republic Bank Classic Checking Review

First Republic Bank Classic Checking is offered by First Republic Bank, a bank founded in 1985 and based in San Francisco, CA. First Republic Bank Classic Checking is available in 50 states (and Washington, DC).

Key Takeaways

  • 0% APY. As with most checking accounts, First Republic Bank Classic Checking does not pay interest.
  • Charges a monthly fee. This account charges a monthly service fee of up to $25, but the fee is waived if you keep a minimum balance of $2,500.
  • $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 Republic Bank Classic Checking does not charge fees on ATM transactions.
  • ATM fee rebates. This account will reimburse you for ATM fees (see terms and conditions for details).

First Republic checking account Pros & Cons

Pros Cons
  • Available in all 50 states.
  • Free debit card
  • No charge on incoming domestic or international wire transfers.
  • No signup bonus.
  • Does not earn interest
  • Higher than average wire transfer fees.
  • Monthly service charge.

First Republic checking account FAQ

Are checking accounts from First Republic Bank federally insured?

Yes, your deposits 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 First Republic checking account offer?

First Republic checking account is not an interest-bearing account.

What are the account minimums for First Republic checking account?

First Republic checking account requires a minimum initial deposit of $500 to open an account.

First Republic Bank Classic Checking Minimums
Description
Minimum Opening Deposit Starting at $500
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee Starting at $2,500

What fees does First Republic checking account charge?

This account charges a monthly service fee of up to $25.

First Republic Bank Classic Checking Fees
Description
Monthly Fee $0 - $25
ATM Fee: In-Network $0
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network Starting at $0
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card) 0%
NSF Fee $30
Overdraft Item Fee $30
Overdraft Protection Fee (per transfer) $3
Returned Deposit Fee (Domestic) $10
Returned Deposit Fee (International) $10
Stop Payment Fee $8
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Outgoing) $30
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Outgoing) $30
Paper Statement Fee $10
Online Bill Pay Fee $0
Check Copy $5
Debit Card Replacement Fee $5
Early Account Closure $0

Does First Republic checking account charge overdraft fees?

Yes, First Republic checking account charges a $30 fee for every overdraft. You can get overdraft protection at a cost of $3 per transaction.

What features and perks does First Republic checking account offer?

This account includes the following features:

  • ATM rebates - This account will reimburse you for any domestic ATM fees.
  • Fraud monitoring - First Republic checking account 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.
  • Mobile Banking Services - First Republic checking account 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 First Republic checking account?

The customer support email for First Republic checking account is info@firstrepublic.com.

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Message From First Republic checking account

At First Republic, we pride ourselves on providing a high level of client service as standard. For all the classic banking services we offer, your personal banker will work with you to determine the best solution to fit your needs.

With the Classic Checking account, you can enjoy the benefits of First Republic’s personal service without the need to maintain high balances to avoid monthly service fees.

Availability

  Available in 50 states and Washington, D.C.
  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • Washington, DC
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Feature Breakdown

Minimum Opening Deposit Starting at $500
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee Starting at $2,500
Monthly Fee $0 - $25
ATM Fee: In-Network $0
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network Starting at $0
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card) 0%
NSF Fee $30
Overdraft Item Fee $30
Overdraft Protection Fee (per transfer) $3
Returned Deposit Fee (Domestic) $10
Returned Deposit Fee (International) $10
Stop Payment Fee $8
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Outgoing) $30
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Outgoing) $30
Paper Statement Fee $10
Online Bill Pay Fee $0
Check Copy $5
Debit Card Replacement Fee $5
Early Account Closure $0
Immigration Status Considered
  • U.S. Citizen
  • U.S. Permanent Resident
Verification Documents Required
  • Proof of Identity
  • Government Issued Photo ID
  • Social Security Number
Account Features
  • No ATM Fees
  • Mobile Check Deposit
  • ATM Reimbursement
  • Nationwide ATM Network
  • Mobile Banking
  • Fraud Monitoring
  • Fraud Protection
  • Debit Card
  • Bauer Financial A+/A Rating
  • Member FDIC
Signup Bonus Starting at $0
APY (Annual Percentage Yield) 0%

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SUPERMONEY NET RECOMMENDATION SCORE

This product is mostly not recommended by SuperMoney users with a score of -33, equating to 2.3 on a 5 point rating scale.

-33

Recommendation score measures the loyalty between a provider and a consumer. It's at +100 if everybody recommends the provider, and at -100 when no one recommends.

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