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Checking Accounts

Checking designed with your needs in mind.


Pasadena FCU is a locally-focused, member-owned institution with one goal: to improve our members' financial well-being.

Life is complicated enough, your checking account shouldn't be. We offer flexible, straightforward checking account options that save you money and reduce fees. Whether you want Convenience Checking with no monthly service fees, or Advantage Checking for dividends on your balance, our accounts give you plenty of ways to save money compared to the big banks while you enjoy top-tier service and convenience.
No more jumping through hoops and reading tons of fine print to avoid high fees from big banks. If you are looking for a simple, straightforward checking account without monthly service fees or minimum balance requirements, our most popular checking account is the perfect choice for you.

Superior value
  • No minimum balance requirement
  • No monthly service fee
  • Open with as little as $25.00

Convenience
  • Access to 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs nationwide and over 5,600 shared branch locations nationwide1
  • Easy-to-use Online Banking and Bill Payment
  • Mobile Banking App with Remote Deposit Capture on Android and iPhone
  • Electronic statements
  • Overdraft protection linked to your Pasadena FCU savings account or line of credit
  • Duplicate checks and online check imaging
If you routinely keep a higher balance, Advantage Checking may be the better choice for you! This account has the same great features of our Convenience Checking, combined with the benefit of earning dividends on your account balance.

Superior value and convenience
  • Earn a monthly dividend when you maintain a minimum daily balance of $800 or more2
  • No monthly service fee when you maintain a minimum daily balance of $800 or more
  • Open with as little as $100.00

Convenience
  • Access to 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs nationwide and over 5,600 shared branch locations nationwide1
  • Easy-to-use Online Banking and Bill Payment
  • Mobile Banking App with Remote Deposit Capture on Android and iPhone
  • Electronic statements
  • Overdraft protection linked to your Pasadena FCU savings account or line of credit
  • Duplicate checks and online check imaging








Open your account today


Switching to Pasadena FCU checking has never been easier! Open your account and start enjoying better convenience and savings. Here are the different ways you can start the process today!

  • If you're already a member, you can easily add a checking account within Online Banking.
  • For in-person service, stop by our branch at 1285 N. Lake Ave. in Pasadena, or call for our simple 3-Step Switch Kit:
    • (800) 445-PFCU (7328)
    • (626) 799-0882
  • If you're not a member yet, click the button below to apply for membership and add your new Pasadena FCU checking account to your application.

1. Surcharge-free access to 30,000+ ATMs nationwide; over 5,600 CO-OP shared branches, many of them open on Saturdays. 
2. For current rates, see Savings & Checking Rates.
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Exclusive auto rates for our members. As low as 5.75% APR.


Enjoy great value, save money and avoid the stress and uncertainty of negotiating dealer financing.