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We offer products and services to meet the needs of our customers throughout the many different stages of life. Here are the best ones for college students.

Checking with Perks

Where else can you get roadside assistance, cell phone protection and discounts all from your checking account? Gain access to the FirstPerks app when you open a Checking with Perks account and enjoy over 450,000 discounts and deals from national retailers and local businesses. Use this budget-friendly feature of the FirstPerks app to save money in your hometown or at your favorite places around campus.


Card Control with MobiMoney

Maintaining academics and a social life can be challenging and the last thing you want to deal with is a missing check card. With MobiMoney, you can turn your card on or off from your mobile device. But that’s not all. MobiMoney also allows you to set spending limits and monitor transactions within the app or by receiving instant alerts via text message. You can even set merchant preferences and limit usage based on location.



FirstMobile

Our mobile banking app includes many convenient features including remote deposit. Remote deposit allows you to take a picture of a check and deposit the money into your account without ever stepping foot in the bank. That means, if a family member sends you a check while you’re on campus, you can deposit it as soon as you receive it. FirstMobile also includes a transfer feature that allows you to make person to person payments. Pay your friend back for lunch or take care of your club dues straight from the app. You’ll just need some basic account information from the receiving party.


Allpoint ATM Network

As a customer of First Bank and Trust, it’s not likely that you’ll ever need to pay to use an ATM. That’s because we are part of the Allpoint ATM Network which includes over 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs worldwide! Simply download the Allpoint app to find the free ATM nearest you!



First Bank and Trust offers additional convenience services, including Apple Pay, which can be found here. Most of all, we are proud to offer exceptional customer service. Should you need help with any of the products above or if you simply wish to speak to someone in person, you can find our locations and phone numbers here.

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