First Step Automatic Check Debit Authorization First Step is pleased to offer automatic withdrawal from your bank account as a convenient, secure, no-hassle payment method. This benefit ensures that your First Step account is always paid on time, every time, without having to remember when it is due. It's one less bill you'll have to write a check for! It costs nothing to join and payments can be taken from your checking OR savings account. To take advantage of Automatic Check Debit, click on the link below and the print the authorization form. If you would like a form sent to you in the mail, please call Member Services at 1.800.385.9000 option "1" Check Debit Authorization Form (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)