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Benefits of Start-up current accounts

Summary: A Start-up current account can offer several benefits to new businesses. In this article, we explore why every Start-up should have one to support their financial stability and the best current account for Start-ups in India.

17 Aug 2023 by Team FinFIRST

As an entrepreneur, financial management is crucial to the success and growth of your company. One way to streamline your finances and save money is by using a Start-up current account.

What is the use of a current account?
 

A current account is designed for businesses to carry out their day-to-day financial transactions, including large transactions, such as paying bills, receiving customer payments, and managing cash flow. Traditional current account facilities usually include features for overdrafts, chequebooks, debit cards, and online banking access.

On the other hand, a current account for a Start-up is specifically designed for entrepreneurs at an early stage in the business. Unlike traditional current accounts, Start-up current accounts usually come with tailored features and benefits that cater to a business's unique needs and challenges.

Also read: What makes a new business financially sustainable? 

 


Best current account for Start-ups

For a Start-up or early-stage business, choosing a current account that offers the right features and benefits for your business needs is important.

IDFC FIRST Bank Start-up Current Account helps you at every step of the way. The Start-up offerings are curated based on life-stage needs. It means ample financial assistance, especially if you're in an early or growth stage. A Start-up current account includes several benefits, such as -

  • No maintenance fees for three years
  • Unlimited free transactions
  • Free cloud credits and rewards

Start-ups can save money on banking fees and gain access to additional resources that help them grow their business, such as CMS services or rewards programs.

Additionally, through its beyond banking support, you can access a Start-up kit with tools and resources for all your business needs. With access to these tools in one place, starting and running a business is simplified, and founders can focus on growing their business instead of managing administrative tasks.


Start-up current account facilities

It can help your business save money in various ways, such as by offering no or low transaction fees, automating your finances, and providing tools to help you manage your finances more efficiently.

IDFC FIRST Bank Start-up Current Account offers various facilities to help you save money and streamline your finances as you grow your business.

  • Monthly free cash deposits of up to Rs 30 lakhs -


    This can be particularly useful for Start-ups that handle many cash transactions, allowing them to save money and reinvest it into their business.
  • Exceptional mobile and internet banking platform -


    Efficient and user-friendly features will help you manage your finances easily and effectively.
  • Value-added promotions from affiliate networks -


    Get discounts, promotions, and other benefits from partner networks.
  • Excellent escrow and API solution -


    Get secure payment processing and an easy-to-use API for payment functionality of your business operations.
     

Also read: Beyond funding: How can startups benefit from IDFC FIRST WINGS? ​​

Conclusion
 

As an entrepreneur, you can benefit from the financial assistance and resources you need to grow and succeed by choosing the best current account for Start-ups tailored to your needs.

IDFC FIRST Bank Start-up Current Account has a non-maintenance charge (NMC) waiver for up to three years. With its 'growth stage' Start-up solutions, your business gets access to working capital financing, helping manage your cash flow and funding your growth initiatives from early on.

 

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