Cash Back Checking Account

PNW Cash Back FREE Checking

A free checking account that rewards the everyday spending you already do with simple, straightforward cash back.

Harborstone’s PNW Cash Back Checking Account FAQs

  • You earn 1% cash back on debit card purchases, up to $3,000 in transactions per month, for a maximum of $30 in cash back monthly. All everyday spending categories count, including groceries, gas, and travel. 

  • Qualifying is simple—just complete one direct deposit or one ACH withdrawal per month. Once you meet this requirement, your eligible debit card purchases will earn cash back. 

  • No, this is a free checking account with no monthly fees. Additionally, the account offers ATM surcharge fee refunds up to $10 per month for certain non-network ATMs. 

  • No—there are no category restrictions. You earn cash back on everyday debit card purchases across all eligible spending categories.

  • To open the account, you must:

    • Become a Harborstone member (requires a savings account with a minimum deposit), and
    • Open the checking account with a minimum $25 deposit.
    • Account opening requires personal information, and we may need to verify addresses in some instances; a valid government-issued photo ID; your initial deposit information (debit, credit, or bank transfer are acceptable) 
    • Click Join Now to get started now.
  • Yes, existing members can switch accounts by logging into online banking, calling support, or visiting a branch. However, members may only switch between PNW Cash Back and PNW Premier a maximum of two times per year, at which point the member must stay with the last chosen account for 365 days before they can switch again.

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