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Checking that works harder

Live easier with a $275 new account bonus1 and savings on everyday expenses when you switch to Perks+ Checking.

Life's too short for boring finances.

Saving you money is what we do

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Your money's always on hand with our mobile banking app

Banking on Purpose since 1934

We started in Atlanta as a small group of telephone employees—now we’re one of the biggest credit unions in Georgia.

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Modern banking you can trust

We’re a cooperative. We’re owned by our members, and we’re backed by the NCUA. That means you get all the benefits of a regular bank, along with better rates and lower (or no) fees.

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Disclosures
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Offer valid August 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026. You will have the opportunity to earn a $275 bonus when you open a new Perks+ Checking account and complete the qualifying requirements for two consecutive monthly statement cycles beginning the first statement cycle following account opening. To qualify, you must complete the following requirements: 1) Open a new Perks+ Checking account with promotion code BONUS275 by September 30, 2026; 2) Enroll in online banking; 3) Complete fifteen (15) qualifying debit card purchases during each statement cycle. A qualifying debit card purchase is a purchase of $5.00 or greater and does not include ATM withdrawals; AND 4) Establish and receive qualifying direct deposit(s) totaling $1,500 or more per monthly statement cycle. Your qualifying direct deposit must be established within 30 days from account opening. Qualifying direct deposits are regular, periodic automated clearing house (ACH) credits, which may include payroll, salary, pension, or government payments (such as Social Security). Deposits that DO NOT QUALIFY include peer-to-peer networks such as PayPal, Zelle®, Venmo, or other peer-to-peer payment services. Transfers from another Georgia’s Own deposit accounts also do not qualify. Your account must remain open and in good standing from account opening through the duration of the promotional period. After you have completed all the above Perks+ Checking bonus qualifying requirements, we’ll deposit the bonus in your new account within 120 days of promotion enrollment. This offer cannot be used in combination with any other checking offer. Offer does not apply to business, employee, second, or multiple checking accounts with Georgia’s Own. Offer is not available to existing Georgia’s Own checking account holders or those whose accounts have been closed within 90 days or closed with a negative balance within the last three (3) years. Account terms are effective as of August 1, 2026. The Annual Percentage Yields (APY) for Georgia’s Own Perks+ Checking are: 0.01% APY for balances less than $1,500.00; 0.02% APY for balances $1,500.00–$2,499.99; 0.03% APY for balances of $2,500.00 or more. Rates are variable and subject to change at any time. Fees may reduce earnings. Bonuses are considered income for tax purposes and will be reported to the IRS as required by law. Accounts are subject to approval. Terms and conditions will apply. Perks+ Checking has a monthly service charge of $6.95.