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Cash Back Checking

5.00% cash back from free checking? Now that’s a pay raise.

Your spending deserves a raise.

With Cash Back Checking, the everyday purchases you’re already making can put cash back in your account. Earn 5.00% cash back on up to $200 in monthly debit card purchases* — simply by using your debit card and receiving direct deposits. No monthly fee. No minimum balance. No catches.

Plus, when you qualify, we’ll refund ATM withdrawal fees nationwide*—so you can easily access your money wherever you are.

Everyday spending. Extra cash. More money in your pocket.

Why not get more from the money you’re already spending?

Open a Cash Back Checking account or upgrade your existing M1 checking account today.

 

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5.00% Cash back*

on your debit card purchases up to $200 per month

Up to $10 cash back per month

That's an opportunity for up to $120 per year!

  • Free checking that gives you more back
  • No minimum balance
  • Get ATM fees refunded nationwide*
  • Receive 5.00% back on up to $200 in monthly debit card purchases*
  • As much as $120 cash back per year, $10 per month 
  • No category restrictions on purchases  
  • Refunds on ATM withdrawal fees, nationwide (up to $25 monthly)*
  • Links to free Rewards Saver to build savings automatically
  • No monthly maintenance fee
  • No minimum balance to earn cash back
  • No minimum deposit to open
  • Online & Mobile Banking
  • Mobile Check Deposit on the Mobile App
  • Rewards Tracker in Online & Mobile Banking
  • Unlimited debit card use
  • Overdraft Protection with a limit of $1,000 for qualified members

It’s easy to earn cash back!

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

15 Debit Card Purchases

Make at least 15 debit card purchases (each greater than $5.00)

Sign Up for eStatements

Be enrolled in and agree to receive eStatements.

Make a Qualifying Transaction

At least 1 direct deposit, ACH payment, or Bill Pay transaction.

Miss a month? No problem. Even if you don't meet your qualifications during the cycle, your account is still free. And you can get right back to earning your cash rewards the very next month. 

 

 

Track your progress with our Rewards Tracker.

No need to guess if you’re going to get cash back. This free tool makes it easy to see when you meet your Cash Back Checking qualifications. You can access your Rewards Tracker anytime in Online and Mobile Banking. Just log in and follow the link.

  • Track Your Progress: Monitor your activity toward qualifying for rewards.
  • View Cycle Dates: See the start and end dates for your reward periods.
  • See Monthly Rewards: Review the rewards you've received each month.

Log into Online Banking 

 

Already have an M1 checking account?

Upgrade to Cash Back Checking in just a few steps:

  1. Log in to Online Banking or open the M1 Mobile App.
  2. Select Rewards Tracker from the menu.
  3. Follow the instructions to upgrade.

That’s it! You’ll be on your way to getting more from your everyday banking.

Need help? Contact us or stop by your nearest branch

 

Monthly Qualification Cycle

The monthly qualification schedule includes the last day of the prior month through the second to last day of the current month. 

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We can do the saving for you.

Our Change It Up™ program is a game-changer if you want to get better at saving. All your M1 debit card purchases are rounded up to the next dollar and that change is put into your savings automatically. Saving has never been so easy.

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Card Management

Create purchase limits and alerts, set location controls, lock your card, and more. 

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Mobile Wallet

Enjoy easy, contactless payments with Apple Pay® and Google Wallet™ compatibility.

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Order Checks

Running low on checks? Let’s get you restocked.

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Not a member?

Stop in your nearest branch, call us at 855.835.6328 or schedule an appointment. Learn more about becoming a member or get started.

Direct Deposit with Early Pay

Fast-forward time and get paid sooner.

With Early Pay, you could get your payroll, social security, disability, pension, and tax returns even earlier. Set up your direct deposit with your employer or a government agency and leave the rest to us.

Set up Direct Deposit 

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Change PIN or Activate Card

Give us a call at 800.290.7893 if you are in the U.S. or 206.624.7998 for international calls.

Report Lost or Stolen Card

Please call 888.297.3416 or contact the credit union at 855.835.6328 during normal business hours.

 

 

 

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