Momentum Checking

This everyday account is way better than ordinary.

Momentum Checking

Our Momentum Checking is a free checking account that includes powerful digital tools to help you manage your money with confidence, anytime, anywhere. Whether you're at home, at work, or traveling, you'll have seamless access to your account through our user-friendly online banking tools. With these innovative features, you can simplify your finances, allowing you to monitor your spending, pay bills, and transfer funds with ease.

Every purchase you make with your Suffolk Credit Union Mastercard® Debit Card could help you earn up to 1.50% APY.** To take advantage of this great rate, simply make at least 20 purchases per month with your debit card and maintain an average daily balance of $5,000 or more. The Momentum Checking account turns your everyday spending into an opportunity to build your savings, bringing you closer to achieving your financial goals.

Momentum Checking Account Features

Buy Now Pay Later

Split eligible purchases into manageable installments to ease the immediate financial burden and help with budget management.

CreditScore+

Monitor your credit score, evaluate your debt with a real-time debt-to-income (DTI) calculator, and see the potential impact of future financial decisions on your score instantly. Access comprehensive credit insights all in one place. 

CashBack+

Earn up to 20% cash back when you purchase gift cards from your favorite brands. With hundreds of options, you can earn rewards on everything from daily necessities to special treats. 

Surcharge-Free ATMs

Easily use your card on the go, no matter where you are. When you open your Momentum Checking account, you’ll have access to 70,000 ATMs nationwide, and more than 400 on Long Island.*

Extended Banking Hours

Interactive Teller Machines (ITMs) are an exciting new technology combining the features of a traditional ATM and the ability to interact with a live personal banker via video - as well as additional transaction types.

Online Banking

Monitor and pay your bills anytime with our 24/7 online and mobile banking tools. Enjoy convenient, round-the-clock access to manage your payments.

Courtesy Pay

Avoid insufficient funds fees with Suffolk Credit Union's Courtesy Pay Overdraft Protection. Ensure your transactions are covered, preventing declined payments and costly fees.††

Mobile Wallet

Use our safe and secure mobile wallet with tap & pay for convenient, contactless payments. Simplify your transactions effortlessly and enjoy peace of mind.

Zelle®

Zelle® is available right from online and mobile banking so you don’t need to download anything new to start sending and receiving money!

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Financial Education

Tips to tune-up your financial plan. 

Advice for your ahead.

Financial Workshops
Financial Calculators
Financial Counseling
Security Center

**Rates valid as of 9/3/24. Momentum Rewards provides a high-rate dividend each month to members that complete at least 20 debit card purchases per month and maintain an average daily balance of $5,000 in their Checking account. Accounts meeting the monthly criteria will automatically receive 1.50% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) applied to balances up to $20,000 and 0.05% APY applied to balances greater than $20,000. Dividends are calculated on a day-of-deposit to day-of-withdrawal basis and credited monthly. Rates and terms are subject to change after account is opened. Membership eligibility rules apply. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. 

†Each additional out-of-network ATM transaction will incur a $2.50 fee. Other ATM operators may charge fees. 

††Courtesy Pay is a non-contractual overdraft courtesy that is available to eligible individually/jointly owned accounts in good standing for personal or household use. Suffolk Credit Union reserves the right to limit participation to suspend, revoke or discontinue this service without prior notice.