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My Banking Direct is an online financial service of Flagstar Bank, N.A. Customer deposits are FDIC-insured.

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LIMITED-TIME CD RATE

Earn 4.00% APY1 on an 8-month CD

A short term with a strong return. Open in minutes at flagstar.com.

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NEW CUSTOMER BONUS

Earn up to $5002 with a new checking account

Choose an account with all the benefits to get the most from your money + a bonus.

Convenient access to state-issued payments with our Prepaid Benefits Debit Card

Easily receive and use your state-issued payments with our secure and hassle-free Prepaid Benefits Debit Card.

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*Card design will vary based on individual prepaid card program

Grow your savings with confidence

My Banking Direct is backed by the strength and expertise of one of the country's oldest regional banks.

Banking made simple. Get the answers you need.

Explore FAQs, digital banking demos, and more to easily manage your
account anytime.

Product and service availability may vary by location and are subject to area restrictions. My Banking Direct products are available online only. Customers living near any Flagstar Bank branch location may not be eligible. Flagstar Bank product and service offerings can be located at flagstar.com.

1Annual Percentage Yield (APY). 4.00% APY is accurate as of  9/2/2026 and available as an 8-month term. Fees could reduce earnings. Withdrawals may result in imposition of applicable early withdrawal penalties. $500 minimum opening deposit required. Maximum deposit is $10 million. Not available for public units or Business CDs. Certain restrictions, including area restrictions, may apply. Offer subject to change or cancellation at any time without notice. Must present offer at account opening. Limited time offer. Important information will be provided to you in the disclosures you receive during the account opening process. Please contact your local branch for more information.

2You must be a new personal checking customer of Flagstar Bank. You must open a Flagstar Ready Checking account or a Flagstar Elite Checking account. You will receive either a $300 credit into your Flagstar Ready Checking account or a $500 credit into your Flagstar Elite Checking account as a bonus 91–104 days after account opening, subject to the following conditions: Within the first 90 days after account opening, you must receive one or more direct deposits (ACH credits) totaling at least $500 per month for each of the three calendar months following account opening (for a cumulative total of at least $1,500) to qualify for the Ready Checking $300 offer; or at least $2,500 per month for each of the three calendar months following account opening (for a cumulative total of at least $7,500) to qualify for the Elite Checking $500 offer. For purposes of this offer, "direct deposit" means an electronic deposit of your paycheck, pension, Social Security, or other regular monthly income deposited into your account via ACH. Additionally, (i) this offer is limited to one promotion per household; (ii) if any signer on this account has been paid a checking cash bonus previously, you are ineligible to receive this offer; (iii) this offer cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions; (iv) early account closure fee and reclamation of bonus may be imposed for accounts closed within 180 days; and (v) Flagstar Bank employees are not eligible for the offer. For tax purposes, the value of any cash bonus or incentive is considered taxable as interest and you will receive an IRS form from Flagstar Bank. Consult your tax advisor regarding your specific tax situation. Offer subject to change or cancellation at any time without notice. Receiving this offer does not guarantee your eligibility. All account applications are subject to our normal approval process. Area restrictions may apply.