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Create external account

increase_create_external_account
Destructive

Registers an external (counterparty) bank account in Increase for future transfers. This creates a record only — it MOVES NO MONEY. Increase API: POST /external_accounts.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
fundingNoThe type of the destination account. Default checking.
descriptionYesA human-readable description/name for this external account.
account_holderNoThe type of entity that owns the external account.
account_numberYesThe counterparty's account number.
routing_numberYesThe counterparty's 9-digit ABA routing number.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

  1. First observed

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

The description adds value beyond annotations by stating the tool is non-monetary ('MOVES NO MONEY') and gives the API endpoint. Annotations already provide destructiveHint=true, so the description reinforces but does not contradict.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Description is two sentences with no filler. Key information is front-loaded and every word contributes to clarity.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a simple creation tool with 5 well-documented parameters and no output schema, the description covers the core purpose and constraints. Missing details like error handling are acceptable given the tool's simplicity.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, so parameters are fully described in the schema. The description does not add extra semantics beyond the schema, meeting the baseline of 3.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool registers an external bank account for future transfers and explicitly clarifies it does not move money. This distinguishes it from transfer siblings and provides a specific verb-resource-scope combination.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

It clarifies that this tool only creates a record and does not initiate transfers, guiding agents to use other tools for money movement. However, it does not explicitly list when not to use it or provide alternative tools.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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TDQS

A3.7/5.0
Disambiguation5/5

Each tool targets a distinct resource type (account, account number, ACH transfer, etc.) with clear verb_noun naming, making them easily distinguishable.

Naming Consistency5/5

All tools follow a consistent `increase_verb_noun` pattern in snake_case, with verbs like create, get, list, lookup.

Tool Count4/5

18 tools is slightly above the typical 3-15 range, but the scope of banking operations (accounts, transfers, transactions, cards, entities) justifies the count.

Completeness2/5

The server is heavily read-only with only one mutation (create_external_account). Missing create/update/delete for accounts, transfers, cards, etc., which limits its usefulness for full banking workflows.