MetLife Bank, N.A.: About MetLife Bank

About Us

We’re part of a family of companies you can count on

MetLife Bank is a direct bank that has been serving customers since August 2001. We’re part of the MetLife family of companies, which people have relied on for more than 140 years. So you can be confident we’ll be here when you need us.

MetLife Bank doesn’t have the expenses typically associated with branch banking, which allows us to offer you better rates than you can typically get from a traditional bank. And you can speak to a Banking Advisor when you have questions. Our number is 1-866-BankMet (1-866-226-5638).

We now have more than 100,000 customers and are one of the top 150 commercial banks in the United States, with more than $4.5 billion in customer deposits (as of 10/1/07).*

Banking with MetLife Bank provides you with access to savings deposit products that can address your specific needs. MetLife Bank offers Money Market Accounts, Savings Accounts, Certificates of Deposit and Individual Retirement Accounts.

But MetLife Bank can do more than help you save. When it comes to home financing, you can choose from a variety of mortgages, as well as reverse mortgages. (Please note that reverse mortgages are only available in select markets)

MetLife Bank is regulated by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.

Press Room

General News

June 4, 2008 - MetLife Bank to acquire selected assets of First Tennessee Bank N.A.
May 30, 2008 - MetLife Bank completes acquisition of EverBank Reverse Mortgage LLC
April 3, 2008 - MetLife and EverBank sign agreement to purchase EverBank Reverse Mortgage LLC
April 3, 2007 - Saving for the future is easier than you may think
March 6, 2007 - Is it too late to refinance your mortgage?
February 7, 2007 - Focusing on finances in 2007?
December 5, 2006 - MetLife Bank to provide identity theft resolution at no cost to all its depositors
October 3, 2006 - MetLife Bank offers free tips and free materials to help women plan for retirement

Media Contacts

David Hammarstrom, Director - Public Relations
401-827-2273
dhammarstrom@metlife.com

Ted Mitchell
401-827-3236
tjmitchell@metlife.com

Investor Relations

MetLife Bank is a subsidiary of MetLife, Inc. Click here for more information about MetLife, Inc., stock quotes, earnings releases, financial data and more. Investments, annuities and mutual funds are not FDIC insured, are not deposits or other obligations and are not guaranteed by MetLife Bank and may be subject to investment risk including the possible loss of principal invested.

Privacy and Security

Learn more about the free identity theft resolution services we provide to our deposit customers, and other things MetLife Bank is doing to protect its customers.

Contact Us

Questions? Email us or call 1-866-BankMet (1-866-226-5638).

*American Banker, Dec. 2006, Bank and Thrift Holding Companies by Deposits

MetLife Bank FAQs

What is a direct bank?

A direct bank like MetLife Bank operates online, as well as by phone and mail. It generally has only a few branches available to its customers. And it typically offers better rates than a traditional bank because it does not incur the overhead costs necessary to maintain a network of branches.

At MetLife Bank you have easy access to your money. You can open accounts, transfer funds and apply for mortgages at metlifebank.com or by phone. And even though we're an online bank, you can always speak personally with a Banking Advisor by calling 1-866-BankMet (1-866-226-5638) 1-866-BankMet (1-866-226-5638). You can also mail applications and deposits to our mailing address. We also have a few branch locations.

To protect the privacy of your information when you bank online, we use the latest technologies available. View our privacy policy.

How do I know MetLife Bank is sound and stable?

MetLife Bank is part of the MetLife family of companies, and MetLife is a company people have relied on for over 140 years. MetLife Bank has been serving customers since 2001, and we now have more than 100,000 customers. You can also count on MetLife Bank because your money is FDIC-insured, just like traditional banks.

What products do you offer?

MetLife Bank offers FDIC-insured savings products such as savings accounts, Money Market Accounts, Certificates of Deposit (CDs) and Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). We also provide reverse mortgages and home financing solutions, including first mortgages and refinancing.

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