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Weekly Rate Spotlight - Citizens State Bank Offering 4.00% APY Variable IRA
Citizens State Bank of Cadott, WI is offering a Variable IRA (VIRA) rate of 4.00% APY. The Variable IRA requires that you have a checking or savings account at the bank and make at least monthly transfers from one of those accounts into the IRA. There is no minimum transfer amount. The maximum total transfer amount is determined by IRA rules.
Posted on February 13, 2012 by
Weekly Rate Spotlight - Liberty Bank & Trust Offering 1.31% APY Savings Account Rate
This week, I'm going to spotlight Liberty Bank & Trust, a 22 branch bank headquartered in New Orleans. Liberty is offering a 1.31% APY savings account with a $50 minimum balance.
Posted on February 06, 2012 by
Weekly Rate Update - Aflac Federal Credit Union Offering 2.41% APY Savings Account
Aflac Federal Credit Union is offering a 2.41% APY savings account for its members, and that's no quack.
Posted on December 29, 2011 by
Best Savings Account Rates - Don't Settle for Average
Average savings account rates continue to fall, with average online savings accounts yielding 0.85% APY and average local savings account rates at 0.23% APY. But there's no reason to settle for average savings rates.
Posted on October 12, 2011 by
Best California Savings Account Rates
With a little bit of research, you can find that the best California savings account rates are over 1% APY. That's at a time when the average national rate is below .50% APY.
Posted on September 28, 2011 by
First Priority Bank Offering 1.5% APY Savings Account Guaranteed Through September
First Priority Bank if offering a 1.50% APY savings account rate that is guaranteed through September 30, 2011.
Posted on September 12, 2011 by
Banks Paying Above Average Savings Account Rates
We all know that savings account rates have been on a path to nowhere over the last three years since the start of the global financial crisis. Back in 2007, savings rates were as high as 6% but now the average is closer to .50% APY. But with a little bit of research, you can still find savings accounts at 1% APY and above - some even higher than 1.50% APY.
Posted on August 03, 2011 by
American Express: Not Just for Credit Cards Anymore
The credit card giant now offers a 1.00% online savings account, with no fees and no minimum deposit. They also offer no-minimum deposit CDs.
Posted on May 28, 2011 by
CNBBankDirect Promotes Fiscally-Sound, Well-Informed Customers
CNBBankDirect recently re-launched their website to make it a great resource for all types of financial advice. The bank also is offering a free savings account that pays 1.20% APY.
Posted on January 16, 2011 by
Zions Bank: Offering Internet-Only Savings Rates with Brick-and-Mortar Locations
The Zions Bank Internet Savings Account is currently offering a 1.11% APY, yet it also has over 125 physical branches you could visit if need be.
Posted on January 09, 2011 by
When Cash Earns Little Interest, Should You Aim for Rewards?
These days, the returns available for cash and short term CD investments are so low, many are just giving up on seeking higher rates and writing cash off as a lost investment. But, there are other options.
Posted on January 05, 2011 by
WTDirect Offers Account Targeted Towards High-Balance Savers
The WTDirect savings account is geared towards the investor who has $10,000 or more to invest. In exchange, the bank offers higher interest rates and exceptional customer service.
Posted on October 24, 2010 by
Need Help Starting an Emergency Savings Account? US Bank's S.T.A.R.T. Account Program Could Help.
US Bank's S.T.A.R.T program rewards savers with $50 for the first $1,000 saved, and another $50 if they're able maintain a $1,000 savings balance for a year.
Posted on October 02, 2010 by
Youth Bank Products Provide Lessons on Fiscal Responsibility
Fiscal responsibility is a lesson best learned early, as a few mistakes in early adulthood can have long-term consequences. USAA offers several youth banking products to help teach money management, while still giving parents financial control.
Posted on September 27, 2010 by
Everbank Offering $75 Cash On Top of Bonus Rate Of 2.25% APY
Everbank is offering up to a $75 bonus for customers who open a high-yield money market and FreeNet Checking account. That's on top of their 3-month guaranteed bonus rate of 2.25% APY.
Posted on July 20, 2010 by

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