TAMPA, Fla. – GTE Financial has introduced a new checking account it said provides extra measures to protect its members from fake accounts, fraud and identify theft.
The credit union has launched Go Premium with GTE Secure. With the account, members and everyone in their household receive identity theft protection, triple bureau credit report monitoring, expert fraud resolution services and cell phone protection for just $4.95 a month, GTE Financial said.
“When launching a new product or service, we make sure that our members are getting the best value and convenience possible,” said Brian Best, president and CEO of GTE Financial, in a statement. “Our community and our members' needs have always come first, so we developed an account with security features that protect them and their family. Go Premium safeguards their money, identity, credit and their cell phone, which is another major expense in many households,” added Best.
According to GTE Financial, the account encourages members to try something new and includes the following features:
- An annual percent yield (APY) of 2%, up to $3,000 in balances
- 3-in-1 credit score reports
- Triple bureau identity theft protection
- Expert fraud resolution services from start to finish
- $10,000 insurance coverage for recovery support
- Cell phone protection with a $50 deductible, up to $300 in coverage
- Health savings discount
- Extended warranty and buyers protection
For info: gtefinancial.org/gopremium