Bank of the Sierra is now offering one of the highest rates in the nation on it's rewards checking account.  The annual percentage yield is 4.09% for checking account balances of up to $25,000 and a 1.01% APY for account balances above $25,000. Keep in mind these accounts come with monthly requirements which must be fulfilled each month in order to earn the lucrative interest rate. Good news is there is no monthly service charge, if you don't meet the requirements, you only … [Read more...]