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Advantage Account from Bank of America

This checking account is dressed up in frills and freebies galore. If you need Bank of America to do more than just write checks, then this option may be right for you. It offers all the standard features of Bank of America checking accounts plus an interest option on checking balances, a Balance Rewards Money Market account, a Platinum Check Card with Photo Security, additional checking and savings accounts with no monthly maintenance fees, and preferred rates on CDs, IRAs, loans and lines of credit. It also offers deals on checks, money orders, bank statements, and even safe deposit rentals. Bonus: it's free for anyone who has a mortgage with Bank of America.

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softball31
Newcomer
4.0

I have been a Bank of America customer for several years, and have been an Advantage Acct holder for at least four years. I find the Advantage Acct to work well for me because I tend to keep high balances in my checking account, so the interest earning option is great. I have had no problems with this account, and customer service at Bank of America has been very helpful, in my opinion. When I did get charged a 20.00 fee in error for not having the required balance, it was as simple as calling customer service, explaining the problem, and they fixed it. I have my checking account linked to my savings account via keep the change, so that has worked out well for me too.

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donnam
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4.0

I have had this account for several years. Overall it is a good account, except when you are not able to maintain the required balance in order to get all of the entitlements that come with this type of account. Once you are not able to maintain the requirements you are charged $20.00 a month service fee. Overall I have not had any problems with Bank of America and will continue to use them until I do.

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PDonaldson
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1.0

I had an Advantage Account with Bank of America for over 5 years with no problem. Then earlier this year I had numerous problems, which they attributed to computer glitches. Overall the glitches cost me hundreds of dollars. I have closed all my accounts and moved to a community bank.

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tcanning
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4.0

The Advantage Account through Bank of America is the best way to have access to a number of avenues to channel your money. The ease of use of bankofamerica.com is an added bonus as it is the best banking website that I have used. I would recommend this account to anyone that wants a number of financial options conveniently available in one spot.

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