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 Better Banks Rates & Review November 2026
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Brian McKay
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The rates displayed are actual, verified rates sourced directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions. Our editorial content is independent of any advertiser relationships.
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Rates Last Updated and Verified: November 7, 2026
Better Banks's CD Specials - 13-Month rates are at 3.79%, CD Specials - 91 Days rates are at 2.02%. Better Banks's savings rates are at 1.00%. Better Banks's checking rates are as high as 2.00%. Better Banks's Mortgage - 15 Year Fixed rates are at 6.875%, Mortgage - 30 Year Fixed rates are at 7.00%. Better Banks's top CD rate of 3.79% APY on a 13 month CD is 26% higher than the MonitorBankRates national average of 3.02% APY for that term, and it has an A- health rating. MonitorBankRates evaluates the financial stability of Better Banks with a 5.0 Star Rating, an A- Overall Health Grade, and a Texas Ratio of 14.33%. Rates last updated and verified on 11/07/2026. Better Banks money market rates, and other rates, are continually updated to reflect market conditions. We recommend checking back frequently to get the best money market rates and other rates available. Have you opened an account or have any experiences at Better Banks? Share your experience about Better Banks by leaving a review below, or read customer reviews before you decide to use Better Banks. Financial health data as of Q2 2026 (FDIC call report for the quarter ended June 30, 2026). This is the most recent call report available. The FDIC publishes bank call reports about eight weeks after each quarter ends. Better Banks CD Rates
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Financial Health HistoryBetter Banks’s Texas Ratio fell from 17.62% in Q3 2023 to 14.33% in Q2 2026, so its financial health has improved over the past 12 quarters. Over the same period its Star Rating moved from 2.4 to 5.0 and its Health Grade from D to A-. Lower Texas Ratios are healthier; the green zone below the amber 15% line is where a bank must stay to qualify for the MBR Verified Healthy badge. Hover over or tap a point for that quarter’s figures. Swipe the chart sideways to see every quarter.
Texas Ratio, left axis (lower is healthier)MBR Star Rating, right axis (1 to 5)Health Grade15% Verified Healthy limit (green zone below = healthy)
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How to read this chart: the two lines move in opposite directions by design. The Texas Ratio (blue) measures trouble, so a rising blue line means more non-performing assets against capital. The Star Rating (green) and Health Grade chips measure strength, so they fall when the Texas Ratio climbs and recover when it drops. Show the quarterly figures
Source: FDIC call reports, MonitorBankRates analysis. Ratings shown are recomputed for each quarter with the current methodology and exclude member reviews.
Methodology & Data SourcesMonitorBankRates Star Rating: Our rating for Better Banks is derived from comprehensive financial data published quarterly by the FDIC. Our proprietary rating system evaluates financial stability (including the Texas Ratio and capitalization) and combines it with customer feedback (user reviews) to help you make informed banking decisions. Texas Ratio: We calculate the Texas Ratio using standard industry methodology. This ratio compares the bank's non-performing assets to its tangible common equity and loan loss reserves to assess financial health. Rate Data Aggregation: We gather Better Banks rates using proprietary online rate aggregation technology. Our systems scan constantly to provide the most recent rates available to our visitors.
Disclaimer: Interest rates are variable and subject to change without notice. While we strive for accuracy, rates can change rapidly based on market conditions.
It is always advisable to check with Better Banks's official website for the most current offers and terms.
Bank Profile & Overview
Bank Name
Better Banks
Website
https://www.betterbanks.com
Address
10225 N Knoxville Ave,
Peoria, IL 61615 · Peoria
Bank Holding Company
BACKLUND INV EMPLOYEE STK OWNERSHIP PLAN
FDIC Certificate #
1808
Regulator
FDIC
Established
January 1, 1898
FDIC Insurance Date
January 1, 1934
Domestic Offices
9
Total Branches
9
FDIC Insured
✓ Yes, up to $250,000 per depositor
FinancialsMonitorBankRates Star Rating
5.0 / 5.0 ★
Overall Health & Safety Grade
A- (93/100)
Texas Ratio
14.33%
National Average Texas Ratio
5.85%
Return on Assets (ROA)
1.1358%
Return on Equity (ROE)
14.1300%
Non-Performing Loans Ratio (NPL)
1.05%
Total Assets
$445,751,000
Total Deposits
$406,951,000
Equity Capital
$35,497,000
Net Income
$2,470,000
Headquarters
Peoria
Total Branches and Offices
9
Source: FDIC — Last Updated June 30, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions About Better BanksDoes Better Banks offer CDs?Yes. Better Banks current CD rates include its CD Specials - 13-Month at 3.79% APY and its CD Specials - 91 Days at 2.02% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of November 7, 2026. Are CDs from Better Banks FDIC insured?Yes. Better Banks is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), so CDs opened there are insured up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category. What is the highest CD rate at Better Banks?The highest Better Banks CD rate is its CD Specials - 13-Month at 3.79% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of November 7, 2026. What CD terms does Better Banks offer?Better Banks CD rates are 3.79% APY for a 12 month CD and 3.79% APY for a 13 month CD, verified by MonitorBankRates as of November 7, 2026. The institution may offer other terms or specials that are not listed here, so check with Better Banks for its full lineup. What is the highest savings rate at Better Banks?The highest Better Banks savings rate is its Health Savings Account at 1.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of November 7, 2026. What is the highest checking rate at Better Banks?The highest Better Banks checking rate is its Personal Checking - Better Interest at 2.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of November 7, 2026. What is the lowest 30 year fixed mortgage rate at Better Banks?The lowest Better Banks 30 year fixed mortgage rate is its Mortgage - 30 Year Fixed at 7.00%, verified by MonitorBankRates as of November 7, 2026. Better Banks mortgage rates are 7.00% for a 30 year mortgage and 6.875% for a 15 year mortgage. How many branches does Better Banks operate?Better Banks currently maintains approximately 9 branch location(s). Physical branches allow members to access in-person services such as notary consultations and safe deposit boxes. Is there a first-time homebuyer program?Currently, Better Banks does not list a specific first-time homebuyer program, but they provide a range of mortgage and home equity products to assist members with property financing. Are credit management and repair services offered?While formal credit repair services are not currently listed, Better Banks provides members with tools to manage their accounts and build a solid financial history. Does Better Banks offer online and mobile banking?Most modern institutions like Better Banks provide digital access. This includes the ability to check balances, transfer funds, deposit checks via mobile app, and view statements online. You can usually find these services at their official website: https://www.betterbanks.com. Are all CD rates listed on MonitorBankRates federally insured?Most are. Banks are insured by the FDIC and most credit unions by the NCUA, up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category. A small number of credit unions are privately insured instead, and we label them on their pages. MonitorBankRates is not a bank or credit union; deposit insurance comes from the institution where you open the account. I want to open a CD with an institution listed on MonitorBankRates. How do I open the account?You open the account directly with the bank or credit union. Use the View button next to a rate to go to the institution's website, then apply online, by phone or at a branch. Confirm the current rate and terms with the institution before you deposit. If I open a CD I found on MonitorBankRates, is my account with MonitorBankRates or the institution?Your account is with the financial institution. MonitorBankRates is a rate comparison site; we do not open accounts, hold deposits or handle your money. Why are some CD offers not available for me to open?Some offers are limited to certain states or local areas, require membership or an existing account, need a minimum deposit, or were promotions that have since ended. Rates can also change after we verify them. The institution's website has the current eligibility rules. How do Better Banks rates compare?Better Banks's top CD rate of 3.79% APY on a 13 month CD is 26% higher than the MonitorBankRates national average of 3.02% APY for that term, and it has an A- health rating. Better Banks's top rates are its CD Specials - 13-Month at 3.79% APY, its Health Savings Account at 1.00% APY, its Personal Checking - Better Interest at 2.00% APY and its Mortgage - 15 Year Fixed at 6.875%, verified by MonitorBankRates on November 7, 2026. Current Better Banks Rates
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