$200 Bonus for New Accounts1

New First Federal Bank Checking Customers

New First Federal Bank customers who open an eligible personal checking account2 at our Starke branch could earn a $200 bonus with a qualifying direct deposit.

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Welcome to First Federal Bank

On behalf of our entire team, I'm excited to welcome you to First Federal Bank and to our new Starke branch.

For over 60 years, First Federal has been built on a simple principle: banking is about relationships, not just transactions. Whether you're opening your first checking account, growing your business, or planning for your family's future, we're here to provide personalized service and local expertise you can trust.

Our new full-service branch at 841 S Walnut St is open Monday through Thursday, 9am - 4pm and Friday, 9am-5pm. Our experienced team is ready to help with all your banking needs, from personal and business accounts to mortgages and loans.

Stop by and say hello. We'd love to meet you.

Sincerely,

John Medina  |   President & CEO First Federal Bank

1) $200 Checking Bonus available to new checking customers who reside in Bradford, Union, or Clay county and open an account in person at our Starke Branch by February 15, 2026; receive qualifying payroll direct deposit(s) totaling $1,000 or more in a single calendar month and must be posted to the new account within 60 days of opening and must remain active through at least 90 days from the account opening date; the account must remain open, active, and in good standing for at least 90 days; qualifying direct deposits must be ACH deposits of payroll, pension, or government benefits made by your employer, pension administrator, or government agency; person-to-person transfers, mobile payment transfers, and transfers from other bank accounts do not qualify; accounts opened Online do not qualify; bonus will be credited within 30 days after all eligibility requirements are met; only 1 bonus per customer, per tax ID; bonus may be subject to tax reporting. 2) Eligible checking accounts include Essential and Essential Seniors Checking, which require a minimum opening deposit of $25, and Enhanced, Elite, Employee Advantage, and Community Heroes Checking, which require a minimum opening deposit of $50. Account terms, monthly service charges, and balance requirements vary by account type. Elite Checking is an interest-bearing account: Daily balances of $5,000 to $49,999.99 will earn an interest rate of 0.01% with an annual percentage yield (APY) of 0.01%. Daily balances of $50,000 and above will earn an interest rate of 0.03% with an annual percentage yield (APY) of 0.03%. Contact the branch for additional rate information. Rates are accurate as of November 14, 2025, and are subject to change after account opening; fees could reduce earnings.