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Business Essential Checking
Checking that works as hard as you do

No minimum balance, 300 free items, and easy mobile banking. 

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Treasury Services
  • Account Payable Solutions

    Manage business expenses with secure, streamlined payment solutions.

  • Receivables

    Streamline collections and improve cash flow with secure solutions.

  • Fraud Prevention

    Protect your business with advanced tools to detect and prevent fraud.

  • Treasury Essentials

    Core tools to manage cash flow and optimize liquidity.

  • Positive Pay

    Protect your accounts with advanced check and ACH fraud prevention.

Account Management
ACH Payment Services
Effortless payments

Send payroll, vendor payments, or customer refunds securely and efficiently.

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Free Checking
One less thing on your to-do list

Free checking with no fees and instant digital access - simple banking for busy families.

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Money Market
Saving for life's big moments

Grow your money for future wedding plans, college expenses or home updates.

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Loans
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SBA Lending Team
Experts who get business

Guiding you through every step from application to closing with fast approvals and tailored support.

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Loans
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Expansion Loans
Fuel your next chapter

Flexible financing to invest in equipment, locations, or working capital tailored for your business goals.

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Specialized Industries
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Specialized Industries
Unmatched industry expertise

Receive personalized service from a commercial banker who understands your industry sector. 

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Credit Cards
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Business Cash Preferred Card
Keep your business moving forward

Earn cash back on everyday business expenses and bonus categories, all with no annual fee.

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Digital Banking
  • Online Banking

    Money management right from your home.

  • Mobile App

    Your digital branch right in your pocket.

  • Transfer Money

    Move money between accounts, between banks or to people you trust.

  • Custom Alerts

    Monitor accounts with personalized email and mobile app notifications.

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    Safeguard your debit card from your mobile device.

  • Zelle

    Easily and securely send money to family and friends.

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Card Controls
Stay in charge of every swipe

Easily track transactions, pause spending, or limit expenses - all from your device.

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Mortgage Journey
Make your dream home a reality

Understand what happens, when it happens, and what you need along the way.

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Meet the Ameris Business Banking Team

Our knowledgeable business bankers are here to help you achieve your financial goals.

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  • OneCard

    Simplify expense management, improve cash flow, and keep personal and business finances separate.

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    Simplify payroll with secure, efficient processing solutions.

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Home Equity Loans & Lines of Credit
Your home holds the key

You've got dreams, and we've got a way to help you get there.

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Financial Education
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Growing a Business
Take care of business

Meet your business goals with tools and tips from Ameris Bank.

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  • Premier Banking

    High-touch banking and specialized lending solutions for discerning clients.

  • Student Banking

    Tailored for student life and your unique needs.

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Financial Education
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Starting a Business
Meet your business goals

Tap into our financial tools and resources to give your business an edge.

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Financial Education
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Starting a Family
Your family's financial future

At Ameris, we focus on your finances so you can focus on your family.

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Ameris Advice

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Cut the Cake and Your Wedding Expenses
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Teaching Good Habits
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Joint Bank Account Pros and Cons
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Couples have options - from fully joint accounts to shared savings for goals, choosing what works for you can make managing money easier.

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Methods for Merging Finances
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Quick Quiz

Is it helpful for couples to set up a shared savings account for joint expenses while keeping some accounts separate?