5 reasons why online banking is worth your time

Thanks to mobile check deposits, peer-to-peer payment systems and online bill pay, the need for in-person banking is diminishing.

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Your deposit accounts are just as protected as they would be with a brick-and-mortar bank.

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Get stronger APYs

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Fewer fees

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Without branches, online banks have to allow their customers to do most banking services remotely — and often 24/7.

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5 reasons why online banking is worth your time

Thanks to mobile check deposits, peer-to-peer payment systems and online bill pay, the need for in-person banking is diminishing.

Your deposit accounts are just as protected as they would be with a brick-and-mortar bank.

Online banks are insured

Get stronger APYs

Combine that rate with daily or monthly compound interest, and you could catapult your earnings without having to lift a finger.

Fewer fees

It’s common for traditional banks with branches to require an opening deposit between $25 to $100 for a checking or savings account.

Without branches, online banks have to allow their customers to do most banking services remotely — and often 24/7.

Convenience

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