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DREAM BUILDER ACCOUNT

The best checking account just for kids

Open an account that builds a lifetime of good habits.

Kids have dreams. Help yours achieve them with the Dream Builder account. The interest-bearing checking account grows with them from birth to age 21, bringing new benefits with each tier – starting with a $25 initial deposit bonus. The best part? Dream Builder comes with a wealth of financial knowledge, plus the peace of mind that F&M is here to guide and provide for your child, every step of the way.

Compare Building Blocks (AGES 0-12) Building Know-How (AGES 13-15) Building Steam (AGES 16-18) Building Opportunity (AGES 19-21)
Minimum to Open Account $25 $25 $25 $25
Initial Deposit Bonus $25 $25 $25 $25
Interest Rate Tier 1 (balances up to $500) 5.00% 5.00% 5.00% 5.00%
Annual Percentage Yield (APY) (balances up to $500)
5.12%
5.12% 5.12% 5.12%
Interest Rate Tier 2 (balances above $500)
0.01%
0.01% 0.01% 0.01%
Annual Percentage Yield (APY) Tier 2 (balances above $500)
0.01%
0.01% 0.01% 0.01%
Annual Percentage Yield Range (APY)
2.56% – 5.12%
2.56% – 5.12% 2.56% – 5.12% 2.56% – 5.12%
Nationwide ATM Fee Refunds
Up to $10/month* Up to $10/month* Up to $10/month*
Free Basic Checks
Birthday Reward
$10
Debit Card POS Limits
$500/day
$500 for Age 16/17; $3,000 for Age 18+
$3,000/day
ATM Withdrawals
$250/day
$250/day for Ages 16-17; $500/day for Ages 18+
$500/day
Online Banking
Parents Only
Parents Only
Bill Payment
Mobile Banking Parents Only Parents Only
Mobile Deposit Limits
$5,000/daily $5,000/daily $5,000/daily
Adult on Account Optional

Dream Builder Checking: Minimum to open this account is $25. You will receive a $25 bonus within 30 days after the opening deposit has been made. The initial deposit bonus and birthday reward will be treated as Interest for IRS (Form 1099-INT) reporting purposes. Annual Percentage Yield (APY) subject to change. This is a variable rate that is subject to change after the account has been opened. Interest rate and APY are effective as of March 12, 2024.

Tier 1 – If your daily balance is $500 or less, the interest rate paid on the entire balance in your account will be 5.00% with an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of 5.12%. 

Tier 2 – If your daily balance is greater than $500, the interest rate paid on the balance greater than $500 in your account will be 0.01% with an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of 0.01%

Assuming a maximum account balance of $1,000 the Annual Percentage Yield (APY) will range from 2.56%-5.12%, depending on the account balance. Birthday reward for individuals ages 12 and under will receive a $10 deposit at the end of the monthly statement cycle following their birthday each year. Only parents/guardians can register for Online and Mobile Banking in the Building Blocks and Building Know-How benefit category. Message and data rates may apply. Parents/guardians cannot register for Bill Payment until the minor is of the age of 16.

    LOW MINIMUM

    Open a checking account with just $25.

    OPENING BONUS

    Earn an extra $25 after your initial deposit.

    INTEREST-BEARING CHECKING ACCOUNT

    Earn 5.12% APY on balances up to $500.

    EASY ACCESS

    Just download our free mobile banking app.

    EZ OVERDRAFT

    Overdraft protection available for an additional charge.

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