Choosing a Checking Account

TASK 1

Read about checking accounts and how to select them.

TASK 2

Research checking accounts at the Find a Better Bank website to locate checking accounts in your area based on your needs.

Print the comparison worksheet.
Navigate to Find a Better Bank website
Enter your zip code in the provided field to locate banks closest to you
In the search pop up, deselect the "include branchless/Internet Banks" option
Search for the bank within 25 miles of your zip code
Read through each of the features using the "description" hyperlink
Specify your features, based on if it's nice to have, must have, or you don't care.
Fill out the Estimate Your Fees page
Review the options
Narrow down to two checking accounts and mark the features on your comparison chart

*** Make a note of the bank's website on your comparison chart.

TASK 3

In a group of three, discuss the features you encountered in your search.
Individually, decide which checking account is most appealing to you and mark it at the bottom of your comparison worksheet.
Read through the Open a Banking Account in 7 East Steps article to understand what you need to do
Navigate to your chosen bank's website and locate the checking account name you choose
Print and fill out the My Checking Account Worksheet
Turn in the completed My Checking Account worksheet with the comparison worksheet (staple them together)

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