Switch Kit

MAKE THE SWITCH........TO FOUNDERS BANK...........MADE EASY WITH THE SWITCH KIT.

Changing banks can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. The Switch Kit is easy and designed to make your "Switch" the easiest and most convenient for you. We provide all the necessary tools to convert your direct deposit and automatic deductions from your account each month by following the five simple steps below.

Step One - Open a checking account at Founders Bank

• If you would like to apply for a personal account online, complete the Personal Account Application, Click Here!
• If you would like to apply for a business account online, complete the Business Account Application, Click Here!
• Or, come in to the bank and apply for an account in person

Step Two - How to stop using your accounts at your former bank

• Be sure to leave sufficient funds in the account to cover any outstanding checks, debit card and ach activity and any monthly fee that may be charged to the account
• Print your existing payee screens from the online bill payment system to use as a reference when you open your new Founders Bank bill pay service, which is free with your Founders checking account

Step Three - Change your Direct Deposits

• Direct Deposit Change Request Form - complete and send to companies that directly deposit to your account such as payroll, government or pension payments, dividends or annuity payments or any other income, Click Here!
• Or, come in to the bank and a Founders Bank employee will be happy to assist you with completing the necessary forms, or phone a Founders Bank employee at 281-325-5000.

Step Four - Change your Automatic Payments

• Automatic Payment/ Withdrawal Change Request Form – complete and send to companies that automatically debit your account such as monthly club membership dues, insurance premiums, power company bills, charitable contributions and any other debit charges to your account, Click Here!
• Or, come in to the bank and a Founders Bank employee will be happy to assist you with completing the necessary forms, or phone a Founders Bank employee at 281-325-5000.
• For a list of local utility company contact information, Click Here!

Step Five - Close your account at your former bank

• Make sure all of your outstanding checks and any debit card transactions have cleared your account
• Make sure you have successfully converted all of your automated direct deposits, payments and withdrawals and online bill payments to your new account
• Authorization to Close Account Form - complete and send to your former bank, Click Here!

Thank you for your business, and again, WELCOME TO FOUNDERS BANK...Your Foundation for Success