http://ask.metafilter.com/49508/New-business-account/ Comments on Ask MetaFilter post New business account Thu, 26 Oct 2006 14:23:56 -0800 Thu, 26 Oct 2006 14:23:56 -0800 en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://ask.metafilter.com/49508/New-business-account Can you recommend a bank or credit union for a new business account? <br /><br /> We are opening a new business in Southern California and need to open a business account for the financial needs.<br> <br> Is there a bank or credit union that you recommend, especially for small businesses? post:ask.metafilter.com,2006:site.49508 Thu, 26 Oct 2006 14:13:28 -0800 idlm bank business account http://ask.metafilter.com/49508/New-business-account#752002 I recommend Union Bank of California, which has very good business services and you won't get bogged down in fees like Wells Fargo or BofA. <br> <br> If you can find a credit union that you are able to enter, see if they have a dedicated business service that can work with your needs, as most do not. <br> <br> You might consider contacting your local SBA office and getting some advice about small business friendly banks with local (to SoCal) branches.<br> <br> Be sure to approach at least three banks, as it helps to know the difference in costs that will come with the opening and maintenance of your account. comment:ask.metafilter.com,2006:site.49508-752002 Thu, 26 Oct 2006 14:23:56 -0800 parmanparman