For your day-to-day banking needs, simply select the checking account that’s best for you, and we’ll take care of the rest. We make it easy to switch to AmericanWest Bank. Plus, when you choose any of our checking accounts you receive these valuable benefits:
Discount of 0.50% interest rate on eligible* consumer loans or lines of credit with automatic payment transfers;
*Rate discounts do not apply on Titled Manufactured Home Loans, Saver Secured, Overdraft Line of Credit or Home Equity Loans.
Explore all our checking options or compare accounts to choose the one that’s right for you, and then switch your account to AmericanWest Bank. Or compare all our accounts in this simple chart.
» PINNACLE CHECKING
As our premier checking account, Pinnacle Checking pays our highest rates on checking balances and provides other benefits as well. If you’re looking for an account that gives as much as you do, look no further.
Free small safe deposit box or 50% discount on any larger size.
Yes
(on balances above
$1,000 at tiered rates,
based on balance)
$2,500 in this account, or combined personal checking, savings and money market balances of $10,000 or more
None with minimum balance; $10 without
FREE bank logo checks
» 55+ CHECKING
Our 55+Checking account is a smart solution with only the best benefits for customers age 55 and better.
FREE cashier’s checks;
FREE small safe deposit box or 50% discount on any larger size—your choice for the first year;
Fee waived when you purchase our Visa Gift Cards.
Yes (on balances above $500)
None
None
FREE bank logo checks
» CLASSIC CHECKING
This great basic account features a low minimum balance. When you choose the convenience of direct deposit into your account or meet the minimum balance, we waive the monthly fees on Classic Checking. Plus, get a free small safe deposit box or 50% discount on any larger size; your choice for the first year. That’s tangible value.
Yes (on balances above $500)
Just $500
None with minimum balance or payroll direct deposit; $8 without ($5 if age 55+)
FREE 1st box of bank logo checks
» FREE CHECKING
Our Free Checking is truly free—there’s no monthly fee or minimum balance requirements.
None
None
None
FREE bank logo checks
for students under age 25
These added-value services make great enhancements to your checking account:
