Bank / Credit Union

Alliant Credit Union intros high-rate checking account

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June 18, 2026

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Alliant Credit Union, based in Chicago, introduced its Jumbo High-Rate Checking Account, allowing members to earn up to 2.00% APY with no monthly fees or cap on interest earned, according to a press release.

The account is available on a three-tier system for members based on direct deposit activity and balances. It also pairs with the Alliant High-Rate Savings Account. The account also provides access to the following services:

80,000 fee-free ATMs and ATM rebates for the highest tier.
Early payday.
Integrates with Apple, Google, Samsung Pay, Venom, PayPal and Cash App.

"Our Jumbo High-Rate Checking Account is another example of how Alliant is innovating and creating differentiation in financial services," Mike Dobbins, CEO of Alliant Credit Union, said in the release. "We continue to bring our members top-of-the-line products that deliver real, measurable value like materially higher interest rates on checking and savings accounts, fewer fees and tools that make their financial lives better."