Business checking account

December 30, 2011 8:12 PM

I need to open a business checking account for my small business. Can anyone chime in on a good bank for this? Also, I'm in the Dallas, Tx area. Thanks in advance!
posted by flipmiester99 to Work & Money (4 answers total)

The answer really depends on what services you need from the bank. Most of the larger banks will provide everything you need, from checking to credit cards to loans to merchant services, etc.

Also, a lot of banks will pay you a bonus for opening an account there:

BB&T $150 offer
Capital One $100/$300 offer
Chase $100 offer

I would suggest going into any large bank in your area, asking for the Business Banker and having a discussion. You're not obligated to get the account there (although you will probably get the hard sell to do so) but you can at least see what's available and narrow down what you need, which will guide you to a bank that fits your needs.
posted by cyniczny at 8:12 AM on December 31, 2011

I really like Chase for my personal accounts and the small business that I work at.
posted by myselfasme at 8:35 AM on December 31, 2011

Join a credit union in your area. In my experience the customer service is far better and the fees are lower.
posted by bradbane at 10:26 AM on December 31, 2011

As a small business owner, I would think that you would get better support from a locally-owned bank or credit union. They're a small business, too. They can also be a little more flexible, should the need arise. Giant bank must follow giant bank rules, no exceptions.
posted by halfbuckaroo at 6:57 PM on December 31, 2011