Personal Checking

CashBack Checking

Unlock Extra Cash in Your Pocket with CashBack Checking in Central and Southwest Virginia.

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Beacon's Brand New CashBack Checking!​

This extraordinary account is tailored to meet the needs of today’s savvy spenders, providing exceptional benefits and financial flexibility. Enjoy earning cashback on everyday purchases—from groceries to gas and even online shopping—so you’re rewarded for the way you already spend. With CashBack Checking, you don’t just manage your money effectively—you earn money back while doing it, along with a range of additional benefits that make this account truly stand out.

Why not earn as you spend? With our account, you’ll receive cash back on every purchase, adding value to your everyday transactions.

Stay informed about your financial health with complimentary access to your credit score and ongoing monitoring, empowering you to take charge of your finances. Simply opt-in to Free Credit Score in the Beacon Mobile App or Beacon Online Banking.

Running low on gas and you still have two days until you get paid. Don’t sweat it. Enjoy the convenience of accessing your paycheck faster with early direct deposit, making financial management simpler and more efficient.

 

Say goodbye to unexpected overdraft fees! Our account eliminates overdraft charges, allowing you to navigate your finances with peace of mind.

Withdraw cash without worry! We offer refunds on ATM fees, making it easy and cost-effective to access your money whenever you need it.

Since the CashBack is a debit card only checking account, you can get free cashier checks drawn from your account on the spot when you visit a branch location for those rare moments when a check is needed.

 

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1 – 1% cash back earned on qualifying point of sale and online debit card transactions made using your Beacon CashBack debit card. 1% is earned on up to $3000 in purchases during the calendar month, for a maximum payout, to your checking account, of $30 per month including joint accounts.
2 – Receive up to a $15 monthly refund in ATM fees accrued from non-Beacon domestic ATM’s. Does not include inquiry ATM fees.
3 – CashBack Checking does not offer checks, but cashier checks can be obtained in a Beacon branch location.

**Early access to funds is dependent on payer submission of direct deposit and standard fraud prevention restrictions.