Free checking that’s got your back. 

Get 2.5% cash back on up to $250 in monthly debit card purchases when you qualify.* That’s $75 cash back per year, $6.25 per month. Want to get paid to go shopping? 

  • Cash back on debit card purchases* 
  • Refunds on ATM withdrawal fees* 
  • No monthly maintenance fees 
  • Free debit card with fraud alerts 

It's easy to earn rewards. 

Enrollments must be in place and all of the following transactions and activities must post and settle to your Kasasa Cash Back account during each Monthly Qualification Cycle: 

  1. At least 1 direct deposit, ACH withdrawal, or Bill Pay transaction 
  2. Be enrolled in and agree to receive eStatements 
  3. At least 12 debit card purchases 

Get paid up to 3 days early. 

Get your electronic direct deposits earlier than your scheduled payday with Atlantic Express Deposit. No extra fees. No additional setup. 

Real cash. Real people.
Real easy. 

Access 200+ surcharge-free ATMs in Maine and 5,000+ branches across the country. Atlantic is part of the SURF ATM and CO-OP shared branch networks

Keep your money super safe. 

Every Atlantic deposit is insured by the NCUA up to $250,000. But we didn’t stop there. ESI extends coverage for accounts with balances up to $500,000. 

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Your first month of rewards is on us. 

Open your free Kasasa Cash Back checking account today and you’ll qualify for your first month of cash rewards automatically.* After that, it’s up to you. But don’t worry. It’s just normal banking. 

A smarter kind
of screen time.

  • Turn your debit card on or off.
  • Track your transaction history.
  • Make loan payments in seconds.
  • See up-to-date account balances.
  • Transfer funds between accounts.

Got a question? 

Find answers to frequently asked questions about Kasasa Cash Back checking. 

 

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Where can I get cash back with Kasasa Cash Back? 

Anywhere you can use your debit card. There are no category restrictions on debit card purchases. Online. IRL. It’s up to you. 

What kind of debit card purchases help me qualify for rewards? 

In-person and online debit card purchases count toward your Kasasa Cash Back checking rewards. There are no category restrictions on qualifying purchases. The same places you can earn cash back also help you qualify. Which is pretty much anywhere. 

Can I also earn refunds on ATM withdrawal fees with Kasasa Cash Back? 

Bet. On top of 2.5% cash back, you can earn up to $25/month in refunds on ATM withdrawal fees when you qualify.* 

How can I make sure I qualify for my cash rewards? 

All qualifying enrollments, transactions, and activities must post and settle to your Kasasa Cash Back checking account during each Monthly Qualification Cycle. You can view the list of our Kasasa Cycle Dates anytime. Just check the footer. 

Some transactions and activities might take more than a day to post and settle. So, try not to wait until the end of the cycle to complete your qualifications. 

You can track your debit card purchases 24/7 with Atlantic Mobile Banking. Download the app for iPhone® or Android

Is Kasasa Cash Back checking always free? 

Absolutely. You’ll never pay monthly maintenance fees with Kasasa Cash Back checking. No. Matter. What. Even if you don’t qualify for cash rewards, your Kasasa Cash Back checking account is still free. 

What’s the minimum deposit to open a Kasasa Cash Back checking account? 

A $50 minimum deposit is required to open a Kasasa Cash Back checking account. 

How does Kasasa Saver® work with Kasasa Cash Back checking? 

Kasasa Saver is a free account that helps you save money automatically. You can link Kasasa Saver to your free Kasasa Cash Back checking account. Every time you meet your Kasasa Cash Back qualifications, your rewards transfer to Kasasa Saver — where they’ll earn high dividends. 

If you don’t qualify for your Kasasa Cash rewards, your Kasasa Saver account is still free. And you’ll still earn the base dividend rate. See how much you can earn with Kasasa Saver

How do I open my free Kasasa Cash Back checking account? 

You can open your Kasasa Cash Back checking account online! You’ll need your photo ID (driver's license, passport, state ID, military ID, or Alien Registration Card) and your Social Security Number. 

If you’d like to open your Kasasa checking account in person, you can visit your local Atlantic branch. We have 10 branch locations throughout Maine. 

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*Account transactions and activities may take one or more days to post and settle to the account and all must do so during the Monthly Qualification Cycle in order to qualify for the account's rewards. "Monthly Qualification Cycle PDF" means a period beginning one (1) day prior to the first day of the current statement cycle through one (1) day prior to the close of the current statement cycle. When Kasasa Cash Back qualifications are met during a Monthly Qualification Cycle, you will receive 2.50% cash back up to a total of $250.00 PIN-based/signature-based debit card purchases that post and settle to the account during that cycle period. A maximum of $6.25 cash back may be earned per Monthly Qualification Cycle. Domestic ATM fees incurred during qualification cycle will be reimbursed up to $25 and credited to account on the last day of monthly statement cycle. When Kasasa Cash Back qualifications are not met, no cash back payments or ATM Refunds are made. Cash back payments will be credited to your Kasasa Cash Back account on the last day of statement cycle. Account approval, conditions, qualifications, limits, timeframes, enrollments, log-ons and other requirements apply. Have at least one Direct Deposit, ACH Credit or ACH payment transaction in your Kasasa account, a minimum of 12 POS debit card transactions, and receipt of electronic statements are conditions to qualify for the Cashback reward each cycle period. Limit One (1) account per social security number. There are no recurring monthly service charges or fees to open or close this account. Fees may reduce earnings. Contact an Atlantic Federal Credit Union service representative for additional information, details, restrictions, processing limitations and enrollment instructions. Federally insured by NCUA.

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Better than a Lease

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
36 Months As low as 6.74% $30.85
48 Months As low as 6.99% $24.02
60 Months As low as 7.24% $19.98
72 Months As low as 7.74% $17.47

Credit Builder

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
12 Months As low as 10.00% $88.28

*As low as rate includes maximum term of 12 months. Loan is subject to approval. Payment per $1,000 borrowed for 12 months at 10.00% APR equals $88.28. Finance charges begin accruing as of the loan disbursement date. Rates and conditions are subject to change at any time without notice. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Deposit Accounts

Account Type Minimum Required Opening Deposit Dividend Rate APY
Member Savings $25 0.05% 0.05%
Clubs No Min. Balance 0.05% 0.05%
Business Savings $25 0.05% 0.05%

Equipment Loan

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
36 Months As low as 7.74% $31.32
48 Months As low as 7.99% $24.49
60 Months As low as 8.24% $20.47
72 Months As low as 8.74% $17.97
84 Months As low as 9.49% $16.41

**As low as rate includes direct deposit discount of 0.25% and maximum term of 36 months. The equipment must be a 2021 model or newer, and the retail value as established by Atlantic must be greater than or equal to the loan amount. Your rate will be determined by your credit qualifications. Loan is subject to approval. Payment per $1,000 borrowed for 36 months at 7.74% APR, equals $31.32. Rates subject to change without notice. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Balance Dividend Rate APY
$0 - $999 0.05% 0.05%
$1,000 - $4,999 0.25% 0.25%
$5,000+ 0.30% 0.30%

Home Improvement

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
36 Months As low as 9.75% $32.29
48 Months As low as 11.75% $26.34
60 Months As low as 12.75% $22.75

*As low as rate includes direct deposit discount of 0.25% and maximum term of 36 months. Verification of home ownership required. Your rate will be determined by your credit qualifications. Loan is subject to approval. Payment per $1,000 borrowed for 36 months at 9.75% APR equals $32.29. Finance charges begin accruing as of the loan disbursement date. Rates and conditions are subject to change at any time without notice. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)

Balance Dividend Rate APY
$0 - $4,999 0.05% 0.05%
$5,000 - $9,999 0.25% 0.25%
$10,000 - $49,999 0.30% 0.30%
$50,000 - $99,999 0.40% 0.40%
$100,000+ 0.50% 0.50%

Kasasa Cash*

Standard Rewards Balance Minimum Required Opening Deposit Rate APY
$0 - $15,000 $0 2.96% 3.00%
$15,000+ $0 0.25% 3.00% to 0.61%
All balances if qualifications not met $0 0.05% 0.05%
Premier Rewards Balance Minimum Required Opening Deposit Rate APY
$0 - $15,000 $0 4.89% 5.00%
$15,000+ $0 0.25% 5.00% to 0.87%
All balances if qualifications not met $0 0.05% 0.05%

Qualifications

Earning the full rewards is so easy, you're probably already doing it! To earn your rewards, simply do the following activities and transactions in your Kasasa Cash account each monthly qualification cycle:

  • At least 12 debit card purchases to earn the standard 3% APY rate, OR at least 30 debit card purchases to earn the premium 5% APY rate
  • At least 1 ACH direct deposit, ACH automatic withdrawal, or Bill Pay payment
  • Be enrolled in and agree to receive eStatements

If you don't meet the qualifications one month, don't worry. There is no penalty, and you still have a free checking account that earns our base interest rate. Plus, you can get back to earning really high interest and nationwide ATM fee refunds the very next month. No minimum balance requirement

Kasasa Saver*

Balance Rate APY
$0 - $1,000,000 3.93% 4.00%
$1,000,000 + 0.25% 4.00% to 3.66%
All balances if qualifications not met 0.05% 0.05%

Qualifications

Qualifying for Kasasa Cash rewards automatically qualifies you for the highest Kasasa Saver rate too. Simply do the following activities and transactions in your Kasasa Cash account each monthly qualification cycle:

  • Have at least one Direct Deposit, ACH Credit or ACH payment transaction in your Kasasa Account
  • Have at least 12 debit card purchases post and settle
  • Be enrolled in and agree to receive eStatements

It's no problem if you miss a qualification cycle. Both accounts are still free and earn our base interest rate. And you can get back to earning rewards the very next month you qualify. No minimum balance requirements.

Large Recreational Vehicles (Boats, Campers, Motor Homes)

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
120 Months As low as 8.24%** $12.31
180 Months As low as 8.49%** $9.88
240 Months As low as 8.74%** $8.87

*Large Recreational as low as rate includes direct deposit discount of 0.25%, AND 0.50% discount for down payment of 20% of the purchase price or book value, whichever is lower. 100% financing is available at other rates and terms. The vehicle must be a 2021 model or newer, and the retail value as established by Atlantic must be greater than or equal to the loan amount. Your rate will be determined by your credit qualifications. Loan is subject to approval. Payment per $1,000 borrowed for 120 months at 8.24% APR equals $12.31. Finance charges begin accruing as of the loan disbursement date. Rates and conditions are subject to change at any time without notice. Longer terms available at different rates. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Money Market

Balance Dividend Rate APY
$1,000 - $4,999 (Savings) 0.50% 0.50%
$2,500 - $4,999 (Checking) 0.50% 0.50%
$5,000 - $9,999 0.99% 1.00%
$10,000 - $49,999 1.49% 1.50%
$50,000 - $99,999 1.98% 2.00%
$100,000 - $249,999 2.47% 2.50%
$250,000 - $499,999 3.93% 4.00%
$500,000 - $749,999 3.93% 4.00%
$750,000 - $999,999 3.93% 4.00%
$1,000,000 + 3.93% 4.00%

New/Used Automobiles & Harley Motorcycle Rates

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
36 Months As low as 5.24% $30.15
48 Months As low as 5.49% $23.31
60 Months As low as 5.74% $19.27
72 Months As low as 6.24% $16.74
84 Months As low as 6.99% $15.14

*As low as rate includes direct deposit discount of 0.25% and maximum term of 36 months. The vehicle must be a 2021 model or newer, and the retail value as established by Atlantic must be greater than or equal to the loan amount. Your rate will be determined by your credit qualifications. Loan is subject to approval. Payment per $1,000 borrowed for 36 months at 5.24% APR equals $30.15. Finance charges begin accruing as of the loan disbursement date. Rates and conditions are subject to change at any time without notice. Longer terms available at different rates. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Personal Line of Credit

APR* Payment per $1,000**
As low as 13.75% $50 or 3.5% of outstanding balance

*As low as rate includes direct deposit discount of 0.25%. Your rate will be determined by your credit qualifications. Loan is subject to approval. Payment of $50 or 3.5% of the outstanding balance. Finance charges begin accruing as of the loan disbursement date. Rates and conditions are subject to change at any time without notice. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Personal Loan

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
12 Months As low as 10.75% $88.65
36 Months As low as 12.75% $33.75
60 Months As low as 13.75% $23.27

Premium Business Checking

Balance Dividend Rate APY
Up to $24,999.99 0.10% 0.10%
$25,000 - $49,999.99 0.20% 0.20%
$50,000 - $99,999.99 0.30% 0.30%
$100,000 and over 0.50% 0.50%

Recreational Vehicles & Street Motorcycles

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
36 Months As low as 6.24% $30.61
48 Months As low as 6.49% $23.67
60 Months As low as 6.74% $19.74
72 Months As low as 7.24% $17.22
84 Months As low as 7.99% $15.64

*As low as rate includes direct deposit discount of 0.25% and maximum term of 36 months. The recreational vehicle must be a 2021 model or newer, and the retail value as established by Atlantic must be greater than or equal to the loan amount. Your rate will be determined by your credit qualifications. Loan is subject to approval. Payment per $1,000 borrowed for 36 months at 6.24% APR, equals $30.61. Rates subject to change without notice. Longer terms available at different rates. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Share Certificates

Type Minimum Required Opening Deposit Dividend Rate APY
3 Mo. Share Certificate $100 1.98% 2.00%
6 Mo. Share or IRA Certificate $500 3.93% 4.00%
1 Year Share or IRA Certificate $500 4.27% 4.35%
18 Mo. Rippling Waves Share or IRA Certificate - allows add'l ($500 minimum) deposits $500 2.96% 3.00%
2 Yrs. Share or IRA Certificate $500 3.15% 3.20%
30 Mo. Share or IRA Certificate $500 3.15% 3.20%
3 Yrs. Share or IRA Certificate $500 3.25% 3.30%
4 Yrs. Share or IRA Certificate $500 3.35% 3.40%
5 Yrs. Step-Up Share or IRA Certificate - allows 1-time rate increase $500 3.45% 3.50%

Use our Share Certificate Calculator to determine your potential earnings.

Share Secured

Term APR* Payment per $1,000**
36 Months As low as 3.05% $29.15
48 Months As low as 3.05% $22.18
60 Months As low as 3.05% $18.02

*As low as rate includes maximum term of 36 months. Rate calculated at 3% above the rate of return on securing funds. Loan is subject to approval. Payment per $1,000 borrowed for 36 months at 3.05% APR equals $29.15. Finance charges begin accruing as of the loan disbursement date. Rates and conditions are subject to change at any time without notice. Longer terms available at different rates. Membership or eligibility to join Atlantic is required.

Visa Credit Cards

Card Introductory Rate APR*
Visa Platinum 2.49% APR* for 12 Billing Cycles Non-Variable As low as 11.49%
Visa Signature® 2.49% APR* for 12 Billing Cycles Variable As low as 15.50%
Visa Secured None Non-Variable As low as 17.99%

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