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About Bank of America

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Bank of America is one of the largest banks in the U.S. and offers a range of banking products, such as checking and savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs). Customers can also use Bank of America for financing through various cash-back credit cards, personal loans and home and auto loans.

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Pros
  • Savings, checking and investing options
  • Accounts for students
  • AI virtual assistant
Cons
  • Account fees might apply
  • Low APYs
  • Required account minimums for checking accounts

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What is Bank of America?

Bank of America is a full-service bank that offers several different savings and checking accounts, including special-rate student checking accounts. It gives customers the advantages of a traditional brick-and-mortar bank, with over 3,900 branches across America, as well as the digital advantages that online banks offer, such as a mobile banking app, online bill pay and automatic savings features.

Users can access their account via the mobile app, which allows them to pay bills, transfer money, monitor for fraudulent activity, create custom alerts for due dates or low balances and access a digital wallet. Bank of America accounts come equipped with Erica, an AI virtual assistant that can provide advice based on a customer’s spending habits and help them make better financial decisions.

How does Bank of America work?

You can apply for a checking or savings account or CD in person at a local branch. Each account has a minimum opening deposit; most are $100. The student checking account only requires a $25 opening deposit for students under 25.

You will need to have the following information on hand when you apply:

  • Your basic information, like name, residential address and email address
  • Your Social Security number
  • Account numbers of current Bank of America accounts or other financial institution accounts for the opening deposit
  • Co-applicant's personal information (if applicable)

Most accounts come with maintenance fees that can be waived. It is a good idea to set up your account in a way that allows you to avoid monthly fees and overdraft fees. Additionally, set up your account through the mobile app so that you don’t miss any perks like BankAmeriDeals, which allows you to sign up for cash-back rewards through your purchases.

Bank of America fees

Most Bank of America accounts come with a monthly maintenance fee between $4.95 and $25, depending on the account. However, there are multiple ways to have this account fee waived, including setting up a recurring direct deposit, maintaining a minimum balance or being a Preferred Rewards member.

Other traditional banking fees apply to most accounts, including:

  • Excessive transfer/withdrawal on savings accounts: $10 per transaction
  • ATM/debit card replacement: $5
  • Out-of-network ATM fee: $2.50 to $5 per transaction
  • Overdraft fee: $10 per transaction
  • Stop payment fee: $30

Some accounts do not charge all of these fees or might waive overdraft fees when you connect a backup account.

Bank of America FAQ

How does Zelle work with Bank of America?

Customers can send or receive Zelle payments through their online account or via the app. Zelle is free to use, but there is no protection program against authorized payments, so only send payments to people you know and trust.

What type of fraud protection does Bank of America offer?

Bank of America will not hold you liable for unauthorized transfers or bill payments made via online or mobile Banking if you report them promptly. It will also reimburse you for any late payment charges that occur because of fraud. You can lock and unlock your cards through the app if you misplace a card or suspect fraudulent activity.

Does Bank of America have good interest rates?

Bank of America has low APYs for its savings account and Fixed Term CD. At the time of publishing, the Advantage Savings account has an APY of 0.01%, and the Fixed Term CD has an APY of 0.03%.

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Is Bank of America legit?

Bank of America is a household name in banking. Customers can open checking and savings accounts and have access to other products, including credit cards, home loans, auto loans and investing. If you are looking for a bank with a comprehensive list of offerings and both in-person and online services, Bank of America should be among the banks you’re considering.

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    Reviewed Aug. 1, 2026

    I was at BofA Herndon Parkway branch and had amazing customer service by Smriti **, She made the banking process easy and fast so I want to thank her very much! Thank you Smriti!

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    Reviewed July 16, 2026

    I just called customer service for 3 bogus charges on my Bank of America debit card and the lady who I spoke to was amazing, very professional and helpful and very nice. She was able to resolve the issues fast and efficient. Thank you. Sincerely Steven **

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      Reviewed July 14, 2026

      I had a fantastic experience with Smriti ** at Bank of America, Herndon Parkway branch. She was so professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient, taking the time to explain everything clearly. She made a complex process feel seamless and stress-free. I highly recommend her for anyone who want an easy banking!

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      Reviewed July 11, 2026

      I have a Credit Card with Bank of America. 99% of the time, I stay home and manage it online. Once in a while, a problem comes up, and I need to walk into a building and straighten things out. That was my situation. Walked into the Bank of America building in Frandor Center, Lansing, MI. It was my lucky day. No crowd, and some very friendly people asked how they could help me. Twenty minutes later, everything was taken care of by experts who knew what phone numbers to call. In a perfect world, this is how banking works. Recommend them? Oh yes. Every bank can offer a Credit Card. Bank of America offers a card, plus "backup", in case a problem comes up. Special Thanks to Colleen and Michelle, the dynamic duo of the Frandor bank.

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      Reviewed June 22, 2026

      I happened to meet BOA Relationship officer, Hema ** to renew my bank CD deposit on 06/16/2016. Her service was excellent. She explained me in simple, point oriented and efficiently. She did perfect without wasting time or not making me to wait. I am glad to appreciate her best service.

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      Reviewed Sept. 8, 2026

      I had been banking with Bank Of America for 18 years. They flagged my payroll check and put it on hold for 10 days!!?? They could contact the bank that they issued to check and make sure, the check is Legit!!! That should not take than few minutes to release the check. But they had to to put it on hold for 10 days. I closed my account with them. I won't recommend anybody to do any type of Business with Bank of America. They will make your life Miserable!! Shame on you Bank Of America.

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      Refunds & Payouts

      Reviewed Sept. 6, 2026

      I've been with this bank over 20 years, they do not protect your account, my money was taken, I filed with the bank and wasn't ever able to talk to a real physical person, that's unacceptable when it comes to my money. I never got my money back through my bank, I had to get it from the company's guarantee but it took over 6 months. My bank denied me without even talking to me.

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      Customer ServiceOnline & App

      Reviewed Sept. 4, 2026

      Omg!! This is not happening. This bank is the worst bank ever. I have all my information they have requested, they kept my money and Do Not let me transfer a penny of my own money out of Bank of America!!! This is a fraud, complete fraud. It has been days I am trying to use my money from my own account and every time the website is creating nonsense problems. I call the customer service, they play around and hang up. This is unbelievable. Please avoid this bank ❌❌❌❌

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      Customer ServiceMaintenanceStaff

      Reviewed Sept. 4, 2026

      Bank of America’s Customer Service, Automated Verification & Erica AI Are an Absolute Nightmare. This has been the absolute worst banking experience of my life, and I have been dealing with these problems for nearly two years. The biggest problem is Bank of America’s customer service system—specifically its call centers, automated identity verification, fraud/security systems, and Erica AI assistant.

      I live and travel internationally. Bank of America’s automated systems repeatedly block my cards, yet when I need a replacement card, I have been unable to get one sent to me overseas. Then, when I call customer service internationally using my Google Voice number, their automated authentication system will not verify me. That creates an unbelievable situation: Bank of America blocks my card, I cannot get a replacement card overseas, the automated phone system cannot authenticate me, and the call-center representatives are unable to provide a workable solution. Then there is Erica, Bank of America’s AI assistant. When you have a serious issue that does not fit into the automated options, Erica becomes another roadblock instead of a solution. An AI assistant is useless when the problem requires an actual person with the authority to fix the account.

      Security is supposed to stop unauthorized people from accessing your money. It should not repeatedly stop the actual account holder from accessing their own money with no reliable alternative method of verification. Bank of America needs a legitimate verification procedure for Americans living or traveling overseas, better-trained and better-equipped call-center representatives, a way to bypass automated systems when they fail, and actual human support when Erica cannot solve the problem. After nearly two years of dealing with this, I cannot recommend Bank of America to anyone who travels internationally or lives overseas. If you want to risk being stranded in another country without reliable access to your own money, use Bank of America.

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      Customer ServiceStaffEase of Use

      Reviewed Sept. 2, 2026

      The new AI on the customer service line is the most frustrating un user friendly piece of crap I have ever dealt with. Use human beings!!!!

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed Sept. 1, 2026

      This company sucks, you can never get anyone on the phone. It's nothing but AI, I been having issue logging online and called for help but unable to get with a person and be waiting on the phone for almost an hour and still no live person, then they hang up. For a huge company they don't have any agent or rep will answer the call. I am going to close my account and go somewhere else.

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      Customer ServicePriceStaff

      Reviewed Sept. 1, 2026

      Overall, Bank of America has had very poor service compared to my past experience with Wells Fargo. I’ve chosen to move over to Bank of America because my new spouse and her family all bank there. But I’ve never felt like so little care is given to quality customer service. What really push me over the edge was a temporary hold put on my car by Uber for $22 that was released by Uber six days ago, but it’s still being held by the bank.

      When inquiry was made with their customer service, I was told it can take up to five business days to release a temporary hold, even after it was released by the merchant. Because a weekend was in the middle of this process a charge from last Wednesday is still there the following Tuesday and won’t be released until tomorrow a full week from when it was released by the merchant. When inquiries were made as to why this is the case and if it couldn’t be manually released, I was told it’s policy and no it can’t be manually released, which is absolutely insane in today’s world. There is no reason in the world that those funds could not be released as soon as the merchant released them. And as far as I’m concerned, Bank of America’s policy, gives them the ability to steal money for me temporarily simply because they choose to.

      I understand if it took 24 hours, but not up to five business days. That is nothing but putting my own money out of my reach. There’s no risk to the bank that they’re trying to prevent as far as I can see it is just a way to hold onto my deposit longer. And they cant explain to me any other reason. If you’re used to quality service and you want a responsive banker, Bank of America is not your destination. I am leaving myself.

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      Reviewed Aug. 31, 2026

      I am a loyal, multi-business account holder at Bank of America, and the treatment I have received is unacceptable. On 08/28/2026, a check was deposited and cleared my business account. However, instead of making these funds available as expected, BofA placed a hold on a second business account. This action has caused significant disruption to my business operations. It appears that BofA is using my verified, cleared funds for their own purposes by holding them and preventing me from accessing my own money. This is terrible service and feels like a deliberate attempt to profit from my funds by lending them to others. For a bank to treat a long-standing business customer this way is outrageous. I would caution any small business owner to be wary of Bank of America's practices regarding deposit holds. They seem to have no regard for the disruption these holds cause to their customers' livelihoods. Ritesh

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      Reviewed Aug. 29, 2026

      Bank of America facilitates fraud and will steal your money

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      Reviewed Aug. 29, 2026

      I've been with Bank of America for over 20+ years. I can understand that over times Policy and protocols may have changed as the economy changes. However, this time Bank of America screwed me big time. I have 2 of their cash rewards credit card of which I use for daily transactions. I've never had any late payments or problems in the past with payments.

      For whatever reason, only this month, one of the large payments of roughly over $2500.00 did not go through. As soon as I realized that, I quickly made another large payment of roughly over $5000.00 dollars and then, 2 days after, made another payment of over $2600.00 and they both went through with no hiccups. But just because of the 1st payment of $2500.00 that bounced, Bank of America decided, without my knowledge, not only that they blocked both my cards, but they also closed both my accounts without my knowledge.

      I had to make several phone calls to different departments and no one was able to tell me why. By them blocking and closing both my cards had affected my auto bill pay for all my utility bills, causing late payments. Not only that, it had caused my credit score to go down so much that when I tried to apply for other credit cards, they were all declined. When trying to explain all this to Bank of America, they still couldn't tell me why. It is upsetting and infuriating that Bank of America does not take into consideration the long time history of loyalty and good payment history, over 1 returned payment of insufficient funds that they claimed.

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      Customer ServiceSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedOnline & AppStaff

      Reviewed Aug. 26, 2026

      Let me start off saying if you bank with Bank of America pull your money. They find a reason to take it!!! Incompetent staff. The branch manager is a joke. Why do I say this and I just got proof from Goverment and Teachers Credit Union. Deposit a check Monday. Both teller and app said will be deposit next business day. By the time I got home the app said there's a hold. Wait 7 days. Called bank and they said protocol to hold to make sure there's no fraud. They said go back to Credit Union. Get proof. They issued the certified cashiers check when this credit union said they released the money to the bank. This all B.S!!!! Been with Bank of America for 6 hrs and they insinuated that I was a thief for real!!!! Did the Bank Manager's job. The Bank I'm talking about is located in Meijers parking lot!!!!! NO STARS. SHITTY UNEDUCATED STAFF!!

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      Reviewed Aug. 25, 2026

      I CAN’T BELIEVE YOU DID THIS TO ME! After 20 years of banking with a different institution, I saw Bank of America open a lot of branches here in Salt Lake City so I decided to move my business over. I went online last Friday and opened a checking account and a credit card with Bank of America. I followed ALL THE STEPS NEEDED, entered all my personal information, including my Social Security number on their website, and received confirmation that my checking account and my credit card both were approved and I should be receiving both my debit card and credit card in the mail. All good there.

      I downloaded the app and the app prompted me to set up Zelle where I needed to disconnect Zelle from my old checking account with the other bank. I did. I even asked a few close family members to send me a dollar on Zelle, which I sent back to them right after, to make sure Zelle was working OK with this new account. It all went through just fine. The BOA app also encouraged me to transfer money to make my first deposit. I moved over $4000 bank to bank from my old bank into this account through their secure site. It went through just fine.

      Nowhere in this process, I got any prompt that the bank needed to see my ID in person. None. I went ahead and made about 15 changes in my personal finances over the weekend, from my employer’s direct deposit to my home and car insurance auto pay, to my tenant where they pay me rent through their bank autopay so everything started going to this new checking account.

      Today I woke up and checked the Bank of America app and discovered that my checking account information was missing. I called their customer service and they were very rude to tell me my “account has been closed, that I will receive my $4,000 money in the mail IN A FEW WEEKS and that the account couldn’t be reopened” with no further explanation. I received no email no call or no text message advising me of any security concern.

      I went to a local BOA branch and spoke to a manager. She was very kind and understanding, but even when she called her support line, she was surprised by the lack of cooperation or options. Bank of America said they closed my “account because they couldn’t verify my identity”. I entered everything needed on their online application process, nowhere they asked for any further information from me.

      When I stopped by the branch today, I brought in my driver license and US passport and even so your support line would not allow the account to be reopened. They even said that I should receive my over $4000 in the mail in 3 to 4 weeks. I was a new customer, who deposited new money, who did nothing wrong and you would HOLD MY MONEY FOR THREE WEEKS AFTER REFUSING MY ACCOUNT. You would not even let me withdraw my own money. The manager ended up opening a new checking account so the money could get transferred to it so I could withdraw it from there. I never had a worse banking experience.

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      Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedOnline & AppStaff

      Reviewed Aug. 24, 2026

      For the last 55 minutes I was put on hold and listened to the various prompts of services from Bank of America. I called to redeem my cash rewards and was put on hold 3 different times without speaking to a person who could help me. But the prompt thanked me for being a VALUED customer.

      My cell phone was drained from 78% to 37%. B of A wasted my time and I got nothing accomplished. Capital One is efficient and you can redeem your cash rewards because their prompts makes sense and if properly automated with various selection including your redeeming of Your cash rewards They get a A plus as we’ll discover. B of A gets a F simply because their website states to file a complaint call the numbers they state of their website. Totally untrue as I never spoke to a real person. But you do get placed in hold every time I called. They in turn get a Big F. Pathetic.

      I called 3 different times without speaking. No results. They need to change their recording like the Capital One and Discover, Citi Bank to make it easy for their customers but they simply do not. They the banks I stated and have their card are efficient and easy to redeem what you earned unlike Bank of America. If you want to waste your time and listen to 55 minutes of their Garbage of trying to sell their brokerage services as well as getting their Charge card and getting a big 1.5% percent on just one category all I can say is may God Bless. You and Good luck. Horrific and Horrible experience to get a simple rebate on which you have earned.

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      Punctuality & Speed

      Reviewed Aug. 24, 2026

      The Apex NC branch of Bank of America since after covid pandemic has never gone back to it regular hours or operations. It still closes early at 4 pm. It no longer opens part time from 9am-2pm as they used to before covid. At the least the bank needs to remain open to serve the consumers from 9am to 5pm. The bank needs to provide service for the convenience of their customers and not suit their own.

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      Reviewed Aug. 24, 2026

      Extremely Disappointing Treatment After 30 Years as a Customer. I have been a loyal Bank of America customer for approximately 30 years, and after what happened today, I am seriously considering closing my accounts. Two weeks ago, I made a deposit at the bank. I had my Bank of America credit card, my identification available on my phone, and the Bank of America app on my phone. The teller sent an approval request through my app, I completed it, and there were absolutely no issues.

      Today, I went back to make another deposit and received completely different treatment. The teller and the manager refused to even consider my credit card or the identification available on my phone. They simply told me, “You have to have your physical identification.” I explained that I had identification on my phone and that I could verify my identity through the Bank of America app. I even asked a reasonable question: how many people committing fraud would actually come into a bank to deposit money into someone else’s account? The manager’s response was, “A lot.” At that point, I was extremely frustrated. What upset me most was not being asked to verify my identity—it was the inconsistency, the lack of willingness to listen, and the way I was treated after being a customer for three decades.

      I understand that banks have security procedures, and I have no problem following reasonable security measures. But customers also deserve consistency, respect, and reasonable customer service. After 30 years of loyalty to Bank of America, this experience has made me seriously question whether they deserve my business anymore. Sometimes it only takes one unacceptable experience to make a longtime customer walk away. Very disappointing.

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      Reviewed Aug. 21, 2026

      I didn't get all of my order from Cinemark shop. After not getting anywhere with cinemark I filed a dispute with Bank of America credit card and Bank of America sided with cinemark that ripped me off. It was a gift for my kid.

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      Customer ServiceStaff

      Reviewed Aug. 21, 2026

      This is a terrible bank. They care nothing about their customers. Being a decades long customer means nothing to them. I will leave this bank ASAP. There are much better banks out there. Bank of America has really shocked and disappointed me. Even the higher up people and their teams are rude. Useless bank. 0 stars is what I give you.

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      Reviewed Aug. 20, 2026

      I would Not Recommend anyone doing business with Bank of America. Their customer service is really. One of the rudest ever. I had them years ago, they were ok in the 90's & early 2000's. I was a victim of identity theft & their customer service in the Fraud Department was treating me like a piece of garbage. After I fully explained the situation & what happened to me they were horrible & did not want me opening up a Checking Account. They told me in so many words that I was not good enough because there's a FRAUD ALERT on my file. I advised them I am the one that had a Freeze & an Fraud Alert on my Credit File.

      I advised them yes because someone stole my identity and all of my information & used that to work in the state of New York, used my identity & information to Claim 10 Dependents with the IRS, the IRS was intelligent enough to Red Flag my SSN, but the state of New York was not intelligent enough to figure out there was an issue. Bank of America employees said they did not want my kind of business. Really?? All I have to say is that Most of the so called Employees that I did speak to in the so called Fraud Risk Department did not speak English very well, in fact they spoken **, it was very difficult for me to understand them & they got offended when I asked to speak to someone else a Lead of Supervisor Manager because their English was terrible.

      I think Bank of America is not for Americans. I asked where they were located. Were they in California, Arizona or Texas. The representative was very rude & asked does that matter if they are. Just plain out RUDE, & I will not tolerate any RUDE behavior from anyone. Bank of America should be begging for my business. Not me trying to beg them to do business with them. Please stay as far away from Bank of America or Bank of Amingos. I can see Bank of America being bought out by some other company in the future.

      Bank of America wasted 3.5 hours of my time yesterday trying to get this all resolved woth them, they asked me to Un Freeze my TransUnion Credit File, even though I am only applying for a Checking Account, first they thought I wanted a Credit Card, I told them NO. I would Never get a Credit Card through them ever. I have Plenty of Credit. So please if you don't want any headaches stay far away from Bank of America.

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      Reviewed Aug. 19, 2026

      I purchased a product for grill cleaning on 06-02-26 from a company called Nexa. The price was $52.91. The next month I received a recurring charge for $29 and change. Called merchant and informed "Membership Fee". Merchant was "nasty" and I was led to cancel "so called membership fee" that I had no idea about. Next month a charge occurred again? I contacted Bank of America and was informed the "new scam" by merchants. Was informed to cancel card and a new card would be issued. They would not be able to access the new credit card.

      Next month I was assessed same fee again! Called Bank of America and "Daisy in West Texas" replied I could cancel my card but when she read disclosure I was informed they could contact merchant and issue new forms of payment. I have two other accounts with Bank of America. I have been a client for 33 years. The conversation with Daisy was extremely unprofessional. So I went online to cancel this account but I did not finalize closure due to the disclosures. It reads they "Can contact merchant for other payment options", and that I would be responsible for fees and interest? Tomorrow I will terminate possibly all three accounts. Is this what banking has become? BUYER BEWARE. Dann **, OD

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      Reviewed Aug. 19, 2026

      My husband and I have been long-time customers of Bank of America and up to this point we were satisfied with their services. However, this changed immediately after dealing with a scammer and trying to reverse transactions at a local Hempstead, NY branch. It was clear the teller did not know how to reverse a transaction and/or to cancel the electronic transfer and after asking for a branch manager, we were told there was no manager working. How does a branch not have a branch manager? This is absurd. We went back to the branch later and the branch manager was there but refused to come to the door to speak to us because it was one minute after 5pm.

      When trying to explain to the teller that since the transaction has not posted, if we can get this transaction cancelled, our money would be safe and not leave our account. The teller did not understand, nor care that we were trying to stop a scammer and it was $5,000. She told us to call the fraud hotline instead. Meanwhile, we were on the phone with the fraud line and the representative told us the teller who initiated the transaction is able to cancel the transaction. So who was correct? As a result, the transaction was not cancelled and the money left our account and is not recoverable. This all could have been avoided had the teller and the branch manager were trained properly and even had more empathy to the situation.

      The Hempstead, NY branch is awful and it's an indication of the type of people they hire and "train". Bank of America can do better with ensuring their staff, especially at a branch, is better trained and equipped to handle emergency situations related to scams and fraud. There should be continuous training and QA conducted especially in financial institutions where we have trusted our savings and thought we were protected. We will be taking our business elsewhere and advise you do the same.

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      Reviewed Aug. 19, 2026

      If I could zero stars I would. They are thieves!!! Two weeks ago the ATM in Sherman Oaks gave me a destroyed $100, I was given half of a $100, literally and the other half never came out of the ATM. Although the serial number was there and the president's pic was intact bank branch refused to give me a new bill making it so that I couldn't pay some of my bills, I had to file a claim and today they denied my claim and won't credit my account $100. Went to the bank where I got the bill again. Manager refused to give me a new bill. I had to call the 800 number, reopen the claim, sit and write letter of what happen to fax to claims, once again filing a claim and losing money because I could not go to work. I want this resolved. Until then bad reviews will go on Yelp, I will call the news and looking into a lawyer. Pic of bill attached. Name is Kara **.

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      Reviewed Aug. 18, 2026

      If I could leave less than one star I would! After being a customer for 8.5 years!!! I had to make a fraud claim! Now the fraud agent I spoke with I guess didn’t know what she was doing, then this charge from the same company 6 times, she filed each one individually and caused me to be flagged as a risk with my account! Without ANY warning what do ever!!! No email, no phone call, nothing… I go to log into my account this morning and it would allow me to log in. I call and was informed my accounts were closed! My savings, my checking, even my joint checking account I have with my son who just moved into college this weekend, 7 hours from us! Took all of his savings and said they would mail me a check to our address!!!! Mean while I have no funds to send him, he had no funds, I have to wait for my money via check, he has to wait for his money to be mailed to me so I can mail it to him!

      I have a daughter on disability and has a caregiver and her money and the caregiver money is all deposited into that account, you can not change deposit information unless in person, which also means I have to close my business a whole day and I lose $300 a day to be close to change information!! I am getting married in 2 weeks and everything is set up from my account! So because my identity was hacked, I filed a claim, without any warning, 8.5 years as a customer just gone!!!!

      I was in tears for over an hour trying to figure out how to pay bills and make sure my son is ok, contacting vendors for my wedding! All because of this! And the last thing they said to me was, I’m so sorry, we understand, have a great rest of your day!!! I wouldn’t in a MILLION years recommend this bank to any person I know! My family is already looking to change banks! Loyalty means nothing anymore! From someone else screw up from BOA, I get the butt end and the destruction and domino effect!

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      Customer ServiceRefunds & PayoutsBilling

      Reviewed Aug. 14, 2026

      If I can give 0 stars I would. This bank has allow different companies take 6 to 8 transactions without calling me and confirming if it's ok. Nobody allows a company to take that many payments out without it being suspicious. I have complained but it doesn't matter to this bank. I am going to close my account and never do business with them or companies with any ties with this bank. All I do is get my money taken with this bank.

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      Customer Service

      Reviewed Aug. 12, 2026

      Francisco **. Great guy, was straight to the point as well as chatted up at the same time. Didn’t think that was possible. Good customer service.

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      Customer Service

      Reviewed Aug. 12, 2026

      I called Bank of America customer service and inquire if I can do a transaction without a Debit Card, they told me no problem, just to have my ID. I went to 7900 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046 brunch talked to the teller, he refused to process it, I asked for the manager, Mary Torres and she absolutely refused to process the transaction without a Debit Card. She even refused to see a second ID. I had to leave the Bank without my money. I have been with Bank of America for 37 years and this was my first brunch transaction in the last 10 years. You can't trust Bank of America with your money, they will refuse to give it to you in the emergency situation, like mine.

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      Customer ServicePriceLoan Process

      Reviewed Aug. 5, 2026

      After nearly 12 months of paperwork, repeated requests for the same documentation, and countless back-and-forth communications, Bank of America has still failed to close our loans. Three months ago, we paid approximately $10,000 in closing costs in anticipation of funding, yet we continue to experience delays with no meaningful resolution.

      Throughout this process, deadlines have repeatedly been missed, expectations have been set and then changed, and communication has been inconsistent. Each time we believed we were nearing the finish line, additional requirements or new delays emerged. What should have been a straightforward commercial lending process has become an exhausting and frustrating ordeal.

      I have been involved in banking and commercial lending for over 30 years, and this has been, without question, the worst banking experience I have ever encountered. The amount of time, stress, and uncertainty this process has caused has been completely unacceptable. I would for commercial lending to carefully evaluate other financial institutions before committing to such a prolonged and frustrating process. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend Bank of America’s lending services.

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      Customer ServiceStaff

      Reviewed Aug. 5, 2026

      This is the worst, unaccommodating, and stupid bank in the USA. Keep your money out of there! I spent 11 solid hours on the phone with them yesterday. Once they finally got me into mobile banking (I needed Zelle). I was assured my Zelle was ready to go, so I tried to send money. It was for burial plots. I spoke with 9 different people and was confirmed 9 different times. I am 33 yr customer. After all this was told, I could not send money to the seller in NC because she had a flag on her account. She is a freakin monster selling 2 burial plots.

      I saw her and the cemetery on three way. Furthermore, it's MY MONEY! And I should be able to send to whom I want. They advised me to get a different phone number to send funds to. She gave me her daughters. So I just woke up and thought I would try this again. Well, you won't believe it, but now they have me locked out of online banking. I will be removing every penny and taking to Navy Federal Credit, where their employees have brains and speak English. It is the official language and I can't make out a Chinese accent where the guy says his name is Joe!

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      Staff

      Reviewed Aug. 4, 2026

      My name is Yangzon. ** was extremely professional and courteous. This company needs more people like **. He is located at branch 18305 Biscayne Boulevard. Very polite and patient young man.

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      Customer ServicePricePunctuality & SpeedMaintenance

      Reviewed Aug. 3, 2026

      The worst bank.. Customer service stinks. Wait times are almost 30 mins. Debit card does not work. Charges for checking with absolutely no service.

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      Coverage

      Reviewed Aug. 3, 2026

      I am a 84 year female with multiple health issues and have done business with B of A for 24 years and never had so much as a one overdraft or any other issues. Today I was shocked that they decided to reverse one of my daughter's disability checks. The amount was $718.34, which in doing so took part of my Social Security check. There is more than enough in my checking or my savings to cover the check if there was a problem, which there won't be. This has left me very disappointed in a bank I have always been proud to be part of. This is no way to treat a customer that has been a good & loyal customer all this time. Now, I wonder if this is preview of things to come as far as treatment of Senior Citizens? I wonder if AI is making these decisions? Based on this behavior I can no longer recommend Seniors put their trust in B of A. Thank you. Mary R from Nevada

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      Customer ServiceCoverageStaffBilling

      Reviewed Aug. 3, 2026

      **, Rachet and Low vibrational. I have been on and off with BofA for years and the horror stories just get worst and worst every single time. I was simply trying to get a credit limit increase on one of my cards as I have an excellent credit score and was just doing a general inquiry. When I spoke to the underwriting team I could not believe the level of service I received. The most hostile rudest condescending people I have ever spoken to. Disgusting. They have zero customer service skills. It’s like everyone there is in fighting mode. It seems to be a toxic work environment. They talk to you like if you're some type of criminal. Horrendous customer service. I’d suggest you bank somewhere else for any type of banking products. As soon as I get the chance to close this credit card I will be first in line to close it. Highly disgusting.

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      Reviewed July 29, 2026

      I had been an account or credit card holder for more than 20 years. I stopped using my BofA credit card as frequently because their rewards were not competitive and too many fees, and their website antiquidated. When my other credit card had to be cancelled and replaced due to a fraud charge, I had to use my BofA. Surprisingly it was on hold because an old subscription popped up to renew. It was a pain to get someone on the phone and they wouldn't let me access my account to pay on line. Even after I paid they said I wouldn't have access for 5 days. Just worthless!!! When I finally had access, I used my BofA card for a few things in Jan when I was in Florida on vacation. I never used the card again. I logged in to pay the balance on Feb 24th, and paid the total I saw. 6 months later my regular card has another fraud charge, go to use BofA and its on hold again.

      Apparently there were 2 Jan charges NOT included in the balance I paid on Feb 24th and I had no idea they had not been paid. Their system/payment screen is horrible and as a rule I always pay off what I can see. The customer service person even said today i probably didn't see the charges even in the activity screen if the new statement hadn't been processed by 2/24. I paid the 2 charges for $107 but I refused to pay the other $180+ in charges and late fees. 4 months and no one called, or texted, and any emails got lost in the 9000 unread notices.

      I explained the situation to 2 clerks, escalated and all, and gave up and closed my account. Which the rep made sure to warn me that late fees and interest would continue to be added to the account for 7 MONTHS and the charge off would be on my record for 7 YEARS. I don't care, they should be paying me for the time I wasted with them this year at $150/hour. I own my last home and I have no debt. No good credit report needed, ha! :)

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      Customer ServiceTechSales & MarketingPunctuality & SpeedStaffBillingTransparencyHonesty & Transparency

      Reviewed July 28, 2026

      I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding a recent promotional offer associated with my new Bank of America credit card, as well as the customer service I received when attempting to resolve this matter. I applied for this credit card because the promotional offer prominently advertised 6% cash back, which was the primary reason I chose Bank of America over competing credit card providers. Based on that offer, I made qualifying purchases totaling more than $2,700, fully expecting to receive the advertised promotional cash back.

      I was later informed that I was not eligible for the 6% cash back because I had not first changed my rewards category to 'Travel' before making my purchases. While I understand that this requirement may have been included somewhere in the terms and conditions, it was not clearly and explicitly stated in the promotional offer that encouraged me to apply for the card. The offer emphasized "6% cash back" in large, prominent red text, but the critical requirement to first select the 'Travel' category was not presented with the same level of visibility. Had this requirement been clearly disclosed in the offer itself, I would have selected the appropriate category before making any purchases.

      I initially contacted customer service to seek assistance. After waiting on hold for approximately an hour, I was connected to someone who informed me that I had reached the wrong department. The call was then disconnected, and no one called me back despite the lengthy wait. When I called again, I spent additional time navigating the automated system before finally reaching a representative.

      I politely explained my situation and requested a one-time courtesy adjustment because I had relied on the promotional offer when deciding to open the account and make these purchases. Unfortunately, I was told that nothing could be done retrospectively and that the responsibility was mine for not reading the fine print. I requested to speak with a supervisor, but I was again told that no exception could be made. While the representatives apologized, there was no attempt to acknowledge how the promotional material itself could reasonably have led to confusion or to offer any meaningful resolution.

      As a new customer, this experience has been extremely disappointing. I chose Bank of America in good faith because of the advertised promotion, made over $2,700 in purchases, and then learned that I would not receive the advertised benefit due to a requirement that was not clearly highlighted in the offer that influenced my decision.

      I respectfully ask that Bank of America review my account and consider providing the promotional 6% cash back, or an equivalent goodwill statement credit, as a one-time courtesy. I believe this would be a fair resolution given the circumstances and would demonstrate Bank of America's commitment to transparent marketing and customer satisfaction.

      I value fairness and honesty in business relationships, and I sincerely hope Bank of America will reconsider my request. I appreciate your time and look forward to your response. Update: Bank of America denied my request. If you want a shitty bank to work with that doesn't care about their customers, go with Bank of America. I will be closing my account here.

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & SpeedStaff

      Reviewed July 25, 2026

      I tried to apply for a HELOC being mortgage free and my file was directed to Emelin Henriquez. I was prepared to submit all the information that was requested (basically everything but your first born). Every time I completed all the paperwork Emelin ** requested 1 more item. Finally my checklist was done ✔️. I followed up with Emelin ** saying everything has been uploaded to the portal and Emelin Henriquez said she would get back to me within 1-3 days. After 7 days I sent a follow up email. And was sent back an autogenerated email saying Emelin ** was out of the office for 1 week. No problem, everyone deserves holidays.

      1 week later I sent another follow up email. 🦗🦗🦗 I heard nothing. Another week later I sent a follow up email. And she responded saying my application has expired and I will have to resubmit everything again. Emelin ** Has been the worst banking rep I have ever had to deal with. Emelin ** Needs to find a different job because she is completely useless as a mortgage specialist.

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      Customer ServicePunctuality & Speed

      Reviewed July 25, 2026

      I stopped by the branch of BOA at 29 Water St New York NY 10004. I spoke to ** and asked about opening IRA account. He said sure and made appointment for me for the call back. He said that IRA account can be opened via phone. It turned out that an IRA account can ony be opened by in-person appointment. So ** has a title of Senior Banker at BOA. Question: If a Senior Banker of BOA doesn't have basic information about opening basic accounts - how he got this position at all?

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      Bank of America Company Information

      Company Name:
      Bank of America
      Company Type:
      Public
      Ticker Symbol:
      BAC
      Year Founded:
      1992
      Address:
      100 North Tryon St
      City:
      Charlotte
      State/Province:
      NC
      Postal Code:
      28255
      Country:
      United States
      Website:
      www.bankofamerica.com