An accountbuilt forrenters.

Free to open. No monthly fees, no minimums. Built for rent payments and everyday spending, with deposits FDIC-insured through Midland States Bank, Member FDIC.§

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How the Stake account works

Three steps. No minimums, no monthly fees.

1

Open in minutes

Sign up for a free Stake account. No minimum balance and no monthly fees are required. One account, one login.

2

Fund it your way

Move money in from a connected bank through Plaid, typically in 1 to 5 business days. Use Instant Add Cash from a connected debit card, typically ready in minutes. Or set a Recurring Deposit on a weekly, twice-a-month, or monthly schedule.

3

Pay rent and spend

Use Stake Debit for everyday purchases, and pay rent through your resident portal with your Stake account and routing numbers. On Unlimited, that’s what turns rent into Cash Back.

What comes with
a Stake account

Cash Back on Rent

Pay your full rent on time from your Stake account and claim $10 Cash Back each month you qualify, starting with your second rent payment. No spend requirement. No deposit requirement. Available with Unlimited.3

2x Neighborhood Cash

Earn 2x Cash Back at participating brands in Neighborhood Cash. Groceries, gas, food, the spending that doesn’t change month to month. Connect an eligible card and shop like you already do. Your Stake Debit counts, along with American Express®, Mastercard®, or Visa® credit or debit cards.4

Stake Debit

Physical or virtual, contactless, and ready for Apple Pay and Google Pay. Use it in person, online, or at an ATM. No annual fee. Secondary cardholders permitted. Your physical card ships once there’s a balance in your account.5

Credit Builder

Enroll and your on-time rent payments get reported to all three major credit bureaus. Stake never reports a late payment. Available with Unlimited.2

Express Paycheck

Connect your payroll and get paid up to two days early. Send all of your paycheck or just part of it. Available through supported employers and payroll providers, with Unlimited.1

MyUtilities

Request a call and a moving concierge reaches out with deals on Wi-Fi, TV, security, and utilities. Useful in the week you have the least time.

Renters Insurance

Purchase coverage directly in your Stake account on the web.

Cash Out

Withdraw to a connected bank, or cash out to Venmo. Your money is yours.

Safe, simple,
and built for rent

FDIC-insured deposits

Deposits are FDIC-insured through Midland States Bank, Member FDIC.§

Built for rent

Designed for electronic rent payments and the way renters actually spend.

Enterprise-grade security

SOC 2-compliant safeguards protect your money and your data.

FAQs

Is Stake a bank?

No. Stake is a financial technology company. Banking services are provided by Midland States Bank, Member FDIC.

Is my money insured?

Yes. Deposits are held at Midland States Bank, Member FDIC, and may be eligible for pass-through FDIC insurance up to $250,000 per depositor when certain conditions are met.§

What does it cost?

Nothing to open. No monthly fee, no minimum balance, no annual fee on Stake Debit.

How do I earn Cash Back on rent?

Pay your full rent on time from your Stake account by ACH. On Unlimited, your first rent payment unlocks your Move-In Cash, and each qualifying payment after that earns $10 Cash Back, ready to claim in Stake. Head to Cash Back on Rent for the full picture.

Can I pay rent with Stake if my property isn’t a Stake partner?

In most cases, yes. If your resident portal accepts bank payments, add your Stake account and routing numbers as your payment method.

When does my Stake Debit arrive?

Your physical card ships once there’s a balance in your account. Activate it before your first purchase.

Does Credit Builder report late payments?

Never. Stake reports on-time rent payments only.

Can I get paid early?

If your employer or payroll provider is supported, connect your payroll and receive your pay up to two days early.

How do I move money in?

Three ways. Connect a bank through Plaid, transfer arrives typically 1 to 5 business days. Use Instant Add Cash from a debit card, typically ready in minutes. Or schedule a Recurring Deposit.

How do I get money out?

Withdraw to a connected bank, cash out to Venmo, or spend directly with Stake Debit at Mastercard® merchants and ATMs.

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Cash Back from your first lease to your last rent payment.

No points, no credit card, no cost to join.

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