Opening a bank account is part of your everyday life. You
will have to open a bank account
for making payments, settling
bills, receiving pay and for a
myriad other reasons. To open a
bank account the documents
required are, a social security
number, a passport, a driver
license (home country or
international) and first cash
deposit, minimum between 25 and
100 US Dollars. You will be
receiving the check book at the
time of opening your check
account. Prior to opening an
account, you should know what
kind of account you are willing
to open should know what kind of
account you are willing to open.
To open an account, choose a
bank that is insured (Up to
$100,000 of your deposits) by
the federal deposit insurance
corporation or the federal
savings and loan insurance
corporation. Chose a bank that
has a reputation for stability.
Convenience is also a factor.
Many large banks have branches
everywhere. But small banks can
offer personalized service and a
friendly atmosphere--and
sometimes lower fees. Important
things to consider as you shop
for a bank account include:
Convenience: bank location,
disability access and services,
hours; Interest: does it pay
interest on the balance;
Electronic services: if you
think you will use them; Check
clearing: what are the policies;
Pricing: account charges, fees
for checks, services or
problems; Other useful services:
such as link-up with savings,
charge cards, financial
counseling; Personal
relationship: courtesy, support
services. Things to ignore as
you shop for bank account are
advertising campaigns and
promotional offers, interest
calculating methods on
interest-bearing accounts,
prestige (image isn't important,
service is).
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