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The checking account that changes as you do

Our Northrim Flex Checking product is one unique account with four different tiers. Each month, we automatically review your account to ensure you are in the appropriate tier where your activity will waive the monthly account maintenance fee. It adjusts as your lifestyle changes and it's our tailored way of making sure you are always getting the most benefit from your account.


Flex Checking

Features Simple Tier Direct Tier Power Tier President's Club Tier
Minimum opening deposit $100 $100 $100 $100
Monthly account maintenance fee $0 $5
(waived with a monthly direct deposit)
$8
(waived with daily min. balance of $1,000+)
$12
(waived with daily min. balance of $6,000+ or a combined balance of $10,000+ in Personal Savings, Money Market, IRA, or CD accounts)
Interest No Yes View Rates Yes View Rates Yes View Rates
Benefits

ATM surcharges and/or Northrim out-of-network fees up to $10 waived upon request for domestic transactions

ATM surcharges and/or Northrim out-of-network fees up to $10 waived upon request for domestic transactions

Monthly bill payment fee of $5.95 waived

ATM surcharges up to $10 waived upon request for domestic transactions

Monthly bill payment fee of $5.95 waived

Northrim out-of-network fees waived automatically for domestic transactions

Qualifies for bonus interest rate on the Alaska CD1

Northrim out-of-network fees waived for domestic transactions

Monthly bill payment fee of $5.95 waived

Northrim out-of-network fees waived automatically on international transactions up to $1.50 for international transactions

Qualifies for bonus interest rate on the Alaska CD1

Safe Deposit Box discount of 20% for up to two qualifying Safe Deposit boxes2

ATM surcharges waived automatically up to $3 per charge

Incoming Wire Transfer fees waived3

 

 

1The Alaska CD will receive the bonus interest rate at the time this Qualifying Account is added to the established relationship group. The bonus interest rate applies to only one Alaska CD Account. View Rates for the Alaska CD

2In order to receive the 20% discount on up to two Safe Deposit Boxes, the Anchor Account must be in the Flex Checking President's Club tier at the time the annual Safe Deposit Fee is billed. The Safe Deposit Box billing is generated approximately 45 days prior to the Safe Deposit Box annual renewal.

3Incoming Wire Transfer fees are waived for the Flex Checking President's Club tier Anchor Account. Any Qualifying Accounts including other Flex Checking Accounts, regardless of tier, that are part of the relationship group will NOT receive this benefit.

Every month we will review your banking relationship and automatically determine your tier level. Initially, accounts opened online will default to the Direct tier. If you qualify for a higher tier, you will be automatically moved to that tier level. If you qualify for a lower tier, you will have a 30 day grace period before you move to the lower tier. The grace period allows you additional time to take advantage of the current tier benefits. If your Account still does not meet the tier qualifications during the next review period, your Account will automatically move to the lower tier. Monthly Account maintenance fees are waived during the grace period. Account and relationship activity is reviewed monthly on the third business day before the end of the month.

You may also request to remain in a particular tier if you prefer.

For more details about our service fees and deposit products, please refer to our Personal Fee Schedule and Truth In Savings Disclosure.

For the terms and conditions of your account, please see our Your Deposit Account disclosure.


Specialty checking account options

NEW! Easy Banking account

We have made banking accessible and affordable for all Alaskans. Whether it is a first bank account or you need more from your current account, an Easy Banking account is a safe place to keep your money and provides convenient money management tools. 

With an Easy Banking account, you'll enjoy no1   

  • Minimum balance 
  • Overdraft fees 
  • Monthly Bill Pay fee

Enhance your account with

  • Contactless Debit Mastercard®
  • Online and Mobile Banking
  • Mobile app with mobile deposit
  • Personal Finance Tool

Northrim’s Easy Banking account has been officially certified by the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund
as meeting the Bank On National Account Standards for safe and affordable transaction accounts.

 

We offer two additional specialty checking account options for customers 50 years of age and older and new customers through special Bank promotions. 

  Easy Banking 50 Plus Loyalty Club
Qualification Requirements   Be 50 years of age or older Offered to new customers through special Bank promotions.
Minimum Opening Deposit $5 $100 $100
Monthly Account Maintenence Fee $5 where no direct deposit is received or if the primary owner is not between the ages of 13-17. $0 $0
Interest No

Yes

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Yes

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Benefits Monthly bill payment fee of $5.95 waived

ATM surcharges up to $10 waived upon request for domestic transactions

Monthly bill payment fee of $5.95 waived

ATM surcharges up to $10 waived upon request for domestic transactions

Monthly bill payment fee of $5.95 waived 

Northrim out-of-network fees waived automatically for domestic transactions

Qualifies for bonus interest rate on one Alaska CD Account*

Open Online   Open an Account  

*The Alaska CD will receive the bonus interest rate at the time this account is added to the relationship group. The bonus interest rate applies to only one Alaska CD account.

1A maintenance fee of $5.00 is assessed to each monthly statement cycle where no direct deposit is received or if the primary owner is not between the ages of 13-17. Overdrafts are not available on this account. Check transactions are restricted on this account and may be returned unpaid. Authorized Bill Pay checks will be paid as long as funds are available. There are no overdraft or non-sufficient funds fees assessed on this account. Monthly Bill Pay service is provided at no charge. An inactive or early closing fee is not assessed.

For more details about our service fees and deposit products, please refer to our Personal Fee Schedule and Truth In Savings Disclosure.

For the terms and conditions of your account, please see our Your Deposit Account disclosure.

Check out Northrim checking

With a Northrim checking account, you'll have access to all kinds of benefits like these:

Online Banking

Online Banking

Convenient online banking from your desktop computer, including Online Bill Pay.

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Mobile Banking

Mobile Banking

Manage your money whenever and wherever you are.

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Personal Finance

Personal Finance

Use our Personal Finance tool to budget and manage your money.

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Fee-Free ATMs

Fee-Free ATMs

Enjoy fee-free Northrim and MoneyPass® network ATM transactions.

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Debit Card

Debit Card

Convenience, safety and better control of your money with our Northrim Debit Card.

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Overdraft Protection

Overdraft Protection

Have peace of mind and help to avoid the inconvenience of a rejected check or debit card transaction.

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