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  • You could get your paycheck into your account up to two days early with several banks.
  • Other institutions make money by holding onto your paycheck longer to earn interest on the funds.
  • Early direct deposits give you quicker access to your money and may let you earn interest sooner.

Direct deposit is the fastest way to get your paycheck into your checking account. Some of the best checking accounts make this process even faster by implementing early direct deposit features.