Checking Accounts
Whether you’re looking for a checking account with no fees or one that earns interest, Pathways has you covered. Our checking accounts are designed to help you handle your everyday financial activities securely and hassle-free.
Swipe2Save Checking
Make money while you spend it! For every debit card purchase, Pathways will round up to the nearest dollar amount and deposit the difference in your Owner Rewards Savings Account, which earns a whopping 10% APY*!
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Basic Checking
When we say no maintenance fees, we mean it. This account also offers fee-free ATM access, unlimited check writing, and overdraft protection.
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Love My Crew Checking
Show your team pride with a Columbus Crew customized debit card! Plus, get 10% off merchandise at The Crew Shop and discounts on tickets for select home games!
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Youth Swipe2Save Checking
You can open this youth checking account for kids 8 years and older. With every debit card swipe, Pathways rounds up the amount and deposits the difference into your child’s Owner Rewards Savings Account where they can earn a significant 10% APY—and see their money grow quickly!
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Great Interest Rates
We offer competitive interest rates for both our checking and savings accounts so your money doesn’t just sit still when you keep it with us—we help it grow.
No Maintenance Fees
You don’t have to worry about being charged annoying maintenance fees when you open a Basic Checking account—we believe you should keep all of your hard-earned money!
Loan Access
Whether you need funds for a car, home improvement, or tuition—we have a variety of loans with affordable rates and flexible terms.
Financial Education
Knowledge is power. We offer an online financial guide so you can educate yourself on the fundamentals of money management and get on the right path to financial wellness.
Online & Mobile Banking
Make technology work for you! Leverage our free Online and Mobile Banking Services to make transactions and monitor your accounts 24/7—with just a few taps or clicks.
Account Protection
Your money is safe with us. Every Pathways account is federally insured up to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration, plus an additional $250,000 of coverage through Excess Share Insurance (ESI).
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FAQs
Yes, you need to be a member of our credit union before you can open a checking account. You can review our membership criteria to see if you’re eligible.
Yes, you can open a checking account online from the comfort of your home—we make it quick, easy, and effortless!
No, we do not charge any fees on our checking accounts.
Yes, you must have $250 in your account to qualify for dividends.
Yes, all of our checking accounts come with debit cards that can be used at thousands of ATMs nationwide at no charge.
Unlimited check writing comes with our Basic Checking account.
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Savings Accounts
Our Savings Accounts are designed to help you earn as high as a 0.05% APY—so you can grow your savings faster.
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With no annual fees and low annual rates, our credit cards provide you with affordable flexibility to buy what you need, when you need it.
Learn MoreBusiness Checking
No matter your business size, we have a checking account that can help you manage your finances smarter and more efficiently.
Learn More*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Swipe2Save Owner Rewards Savings Account balances $5,000 and under will earn 10.00% APY compounded and credited quarterly; balances exceeding $5,000 will earn regular Secondary Savings APY. Consult the Credit Union’s Account Disclosure Rate Supplement for current APY. Round-up deposits will not be made in the instance of a negative checking account balance. The only deposits permitted into Swipe2Save Owner Rewards Savings Account are loan interest rebates, Pathways cash back credit card points redeemed for cash, round-up deposits from debit card transactions, and applicable credit union match funds. Share and checking accounts are federally insured for up to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). Savings rates are subject to change without notice. We reserve the right to end or extend this offer at any time.
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