TEG CD Rates, Savings & MMA, Mortgage & Loan Rates, Reviews

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TEG12-month CD rates can be found at 3.55%, 6-month CD rates at 0.05% and 3-month CD rates at 0.05%. Savings rates are at 1.00% and money market rates are at 0.05%. Mortgage rates on 30-year fixed loans are around 6.96%. Credit Card rates are at 13.50%. Personal Loan rates are at 13.90%. All these rates, and more, can be found in our database of rates which you can compare to TEG rates.

Compare TEG CD rates to other credit union and bank CD rates by searching our comprehensive rate tables. You can do side-by-side comparisons of TEG savings rates, CD rates and money market rates, with rates from other banks and credit unions below. You can also compare loan rates, including mortgage rates, personal loan rates and credit card rates.

TEG money market rates, and other rates, are continually updated to reflect market conditions. We recommend checking back frequently to get the best CD rates or other rates available. Have you opened an account or have any experiences at TEG? Share your experience about TEG by leaving a review below, or read customer reviews before you decide to use TEG.

Overall, TEG is an excellent credit union worth considering, with an overall rating of 5 stars out of 5 stars.

Rate
APY/APR
vs Avg
12-Month CD
N/A
18-Month CD
N/A
24-Month CD
N/A
36-Month CD
N/A
48-Month CD
N/A
60-Month CD
N/A
Savings
N/A
MMA
N/A
30-Year Fixed
N/A
Credit Card
N/A
Personal Loan
N/A
Capital Bank TX
TEG FCU
1 Commerce St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Member NCUA
MonitorBankRates' Rating
5/5
★★★★★

Compare TEG Rates with Other Competitive Bank and Credit Union Rates

Bank
Product
APY
Min Dep
Prime Alliance Bank
Prime Alliance Bank
18-Month CD
4.20%
$500
E-Trade
E-Trade
24-Month CD
4.00%
$0
Farmers State Bank Center, TX
Farmers State Bank Center, TX
6-Month CD (Jumbo)
3.97%
$50,000
VirtualBank
VirtualBank
36-Month CD
3.77%
$0
Bristol County Savings Bank
Bristol County Savings Bank
36-Month CD
3.56%
$1,000
FNB of Litchfield
FNB of Litchfield
24-Month CD
3.55%
$1,000
Citizens Access
Citizens Access
12-Month CD
3.50%
$5,000
Century Bank and Trust GA
Century Bank and Trust GA
Kasasa Checking
3.50%
$50
Primary Bank
Primary Bank
12-Month CD
3.50%
$1,000
RBAZ Republic Bank of Arizona
24-Month CD
3.50%
$1,000
PCSB Bank
PCSB Bank
24-Month CD
3.50%
$500
FNB of Wyoming
FNB of Wyoming
18-Month CD
3.29%
$100
Woodlands National Bank
Woodlands National Bank
36-Month CD
3.10%
$1,000
Bell Bank
Bell Bank
18-Month CD
3.02%
$500
Empower Federal Credit Union
Empower Federal Credit Union
6-Month CD
3.00%
$500
1st Northern California Credit Union
1st Northern California Credit Union
24-Month CD
2.79%
$1,000
Adrian Bank
Adrian Bank
60-Month CD
2.77%
$1,000
Farmers Insurance Federal Credit Union
Farmers Insurance Federal Credit Union
60-Month CD (Jumbo)
2.65%
$100,000
Elkhorn Valley Bank & Trust
Elkhorn Valley Bank & Trust
12-Month CD
2.60%
$0
Senath State Bank
Senath State Bank
36-Month CD
2.52%
$500
OneLocal Bank
OneLocal Bank
High Yield Money Market
2.50%
$25
Union County Savings Bank Elizabeth, NJ
Union County Savings Bank Elizabeth, NJ
48-Month CD
2.35%
$500
Live Oak Bank
Live Oak Bank
48-Month CD
2.00%
$2,500
Capon Valley Bank
Capon Valley Bank
24-Month CD
1.76%
$500
Everett Co-operative Bank
Everett Co-operative Bank
48-Month CD
1.75%
$500
Swedish-American State Bank
Swedish-American State Bank
12-Month CD
1.51%
$500
Peoples Bank of Moniteau County
Peoples Bank of Moniteau County
60-Month CD
1.50%
$500
Gunnison S&L
Gunnison S&L
Statement Savings
1.36%
$1
North Shore Trust and Savings
North Shore Trust and Savings
24-Month CD
1.26%
$1,000
Great Plains State Bank
Great Plains State Bank
Savings
1.25%
$10
Haviland State Bank
Haviland State Bank
Savings
1.11%
$50
PCB Payne County Bank
PCB Payne County Bank
Savings
1.10%
$50
Clay County Savings Bank
Clay County Savings Bank
12-Month CD
1.02%
$500
Fulton Bank
Fulton Bank
36-Month CD
1.01%
$1,000
Peoples First Savings Bank
Peoples First Savings Bank
60-Month CD
0.85%
$500
Century Next Bank
Century Next Bank
Regular Savings
0.50%
$50
Security State Bank of Marine
Security State Bank of Marine
18-Month CD
0.45%
$300
Denison State Bank
Denison State Bank
Money Market
0.40%
$100
ESB Bank
ESB Bank
Elite Checking
0.35%
$2,500
NVE Bank
NVE Bank
60-Month CD
0.26%
$1,000
FNB of Nevada, Missouri
FNB of Nevada, Missouri
Money Market
0.25%
$2,500
Chemung Canal Trust Company
Chemung Canal Trust Company
18-Month CD
0.20%
$1,000
Cambridge Trust Company
Cambridge Trust Company
60-Month CD
0.15%
$500
Peru Federal Savings Bank
Peru Federal Savings Bank
Statement Savings
0.10%
$10
Watertown Savings Bank Watertown, MA
Watertown Savings Bank Watertown, MA
Presidential Savings
0.10%
$25,000
Home Loan SB
Home Loan SB
Statement Savings
0.07%
$100
Geddes Federal S&L
Geddes Federal S&L
Statement Savings
0.05%
$25
Savings Bank of Walpole
Savings Bank of Walpole
Savings
0.05%
$100
Haverhill Bank
Haverhill Bank
Money Market
0.05%
$1,000
Port Richmond Savings
Port Richmond Savings
Money Market
0.03%
$1,000
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The Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) displayed are based on the highest APY offered for the specified deposit amount or less. Rates may change without prior notice. The "Min. Balance" indicates the minimum amount required to earn the stated APY. Please note that some of the offers presented on this site are from advertisers, who provide compensation for their inclusion. However, these advertised offers do not encompass all available deposit accounts.

Compare TEG Mortgage Rates with Lenders Rates for Fixed and Adjustable Mortgages

Lender
Product
Rate
APR
Points
North Carolina Press Association Federal Credit Union
North Carolina Press Association Federal Credit Union
10 Year Fixed
5.300%
5.494%
0.000
Savings Bank of Danbury
Savings Bank of Danbury
5/1 ARM
4.750%
5.507%
0.000
First FSB of Champaign Urbana
First FSB of Champaign Urbana
15-Year Fixed
5.750%
5.799%
0.000
WVS West View SB
WVS West View SB
10-Year Fixed
5.490%
5.886%
0.000
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union
15 Year Fixed
5.500%
5.892%
2.000
Hatboro Federal Savings
Hatboro Federal Savings
20-Year Fixed
5.625%
5.933%
2.000
Freedom Credit Union
Freedom Credit Union
15 Year Fixed
5.875%
5.944%
0.000
Mountain America Federal Credit Union
Mountain America Federal Credit Union
15-Year Fixed
5.750%
5.964%
0.000
Georgias Own Credit Union
Georgias Own Credit Union
15-Year Fixed
5.750%
5.989%
0.000
Altoona First Savings Bank
Altoona First Savings Bank
30-Year Fixed
6.000%
6.031%
0.000
WVS West View SB
WVS West View SB
15-Year Fixed
5.790%
6.075%
0.000
First Citizens Federal Credit Union
First Citizens Federal Credit Union
15 Year Fixed
6.000%
6.113%
0.000
Addition Financial Credit Union
Addition Financial Credit Union
10-Year Fixed
5.625%
6.156%
0.000
First Security B&T Co. IA
First Security B&T Co. IA
15-Year Fixed
6.000%
6.207%
0.000
Liberty Bank Middletown, CT
Liberty Bank Middletown, CT
15-Year Fixed
6.125%
6.231%
0.000
FirstBank of Nebraska
FirstBank of Nebraska
15-Year Fixed
6.250%
6.252%
0.000
First FSB of Mascoutah
First FSB of Mascoutah
10-Year Fixed
6.125%
6.296%
0.000
San Mateo Credit Union
San Mateo Credit Union
15-Year Fixed
6.000%
6.323%
0.000
Bank of America
Bank of America
15 Year Fixed
5.875%
6.330%
0.790
Vystar Credit Union
Vystar Credit Union
5/5 ARM
5.750%
6.330%
0.000
Service Federal Credit Union
Service Federal Credit Union
5/1 ARM
5.750%
6.356%
0.000
Empower Federal Credit Union
Empower Federal Credit Union
15-Year Fixed
6.125%
6.361%
0.000
Community First Bank Rosholt, WI
Community First Bank Rosholt, WI
15-Year Fixed
6.125%
6.369%
0.000
USB Union Savings Bank
USB Union Savings Bank
5/1 ARM
5.500%
6.380%
0.000
McCoy Federal Credit Union
McCoy Federal Credit Union
20 Year Fixed
6.250%
6.434%
0.000
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The mortgage rates presented are solely intended for informational use. Please consult the mentioned lenders for up-to-date mortgage rates. The actual mortgage rates and other loan conditions depend on the lender's approval and are not guaranteed.

Compare TEG Credit Cards with Other Competitive Bank and Credit Union Credit Cards

Institution
Product
APR
Notes
Teachers Federal Credit Union
Teachers Federal Credit Union
Visa Platinum
16.200%
America First Federal Credit Union
America First Federal Credit Union
CLASSIC FLAT 1% CASH BACK VISA
18.000%
1% Cash Back Classic Card
Randolph Brooks FCU
Randolph Brooks FCU
World Cash Back Credit Card Mastercard
18.000%
LMCU Lake Michigan Credit Union
LMCU Lake Michigan Credit Union
Prime Platinum Visa Credit Card
11.500%
Mountain America Federal Credit Union
Mountain America Federal Credit Union
Low Rate Credit Card
13.240%
ACFCU
ACFCU
College Real Rewards Card Visa
19.740% - 29.740%
Earn 1.5 points for every $1 you spend on eligible purchases (equal to 1.5% cash back)6 and work towards building a strong financial future.
360 Federal Credit Union
360 Federal Credit Union
Visa Classic
3.990%
Introductory Rate of 3.99% APR for 12 months on transactions in the first 90 days.
ACFCU
ACFCU
Max Cash Secure Card Visa
29.990%
Make improving your credit score4 even more rewarding with up to 5% cash back in 2 categories you choose
Acme Continental Credit Union
Acme Continental Credit Union
Acme Visa Credit Card
9.990% - 18.000%
680 and above rate = 9.90% with Score Card points or 8.80% with No points. 640-679 rate = 10.80%. 600-639 rate = 12.84%. 599 and below rate = 18.00%.
Access Federal Credit Union
Access Federal Credit Union
Access FCU Visa Classic
13.500%
America First Federal Credit Union
America First Federal Credit Union
SILICON SLOPES SIGNATURE VISA
18.000%
Unlimited 1% Cash Back .5% Donation Signature Card
LMCU Lake Michigan Credit Union
LMCU Lake Michigan Credit Union
Max Rewards Visa Credit Card
15.250%
Security Service Federal Credit Union
Security Service Federal Credit Union
Security Service Power Cash Back World MasterCard
16.950% - 18.000%
Canyon View Credit Union
Canyon View Credit Union
Visa Secure Card
13.740%
Avenir Financial Federal Credit Union
Avenir Financial Federal Credit Union
VISA Credit Card
8.990% - 17.990%
Maximum limit of $30,000
America First Federal Credit Union
America First Federal Credit Union
PLATINUM REWARDS VISA
14.740%
1st Valley Credit Union
1st Valley Credit Union
Platinum Visa
8.750%
Academic Federal Credit Union
Academic Federal Credit Union
Academic VISA® Gold
15.400%
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Visa or MasterCard
9.990%
Credit Line $500-$7,000
Y-12 Federal Credit Union
Y-12 Federal Credit Union
VISA Signature Rewards
16.740% - 18.000%
Abbott Laboratories Credit Union
Abbott Laboratories Credit Union
Select Rewards Visa
15.200%
Introductory rate of 0% APR for the first twelve months on balance transfers and cash purchases.
1st United Credit Union
1st United Credit Union
Visa Platinum Rewards
14.900%
A & S Federal Credit Union
A & S Federal Credit Union
Visa Platinum Card
9.500%
No annual fee; Earn Rewards
Security Service Federal Credit Union
Security Service Federal Credit Union
Security Service Power Travel Rewards World MasterCard
16.250% - 17.250%
Aberdeen Proving Ground FCU
Aberdeen Proving Ground FCU
Visa Platinum Preferred Rewards
15.740% - 17.990%
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The credit card rates presented are solely intended for informational use. Please consult the mentioned institutions for up-to-date credit card rates. The actual credit card rates and other loan conditions depend on the institution's approval and are not guaranteed.

Compare TEG Personal Loans with Other Competitive Bank and Credit Union Personal Loans

Institution
Product
APR
Loan Amt
Loan Term Months
1st Valley Credit Union
1st Valley Credit Union
AMP Loan
10.500%
$0
Avenir Financial Federal Credit Union
Avenir Financial Federal Credit Union
Personal Loan
11.990%
$0
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Consumer Loan
10.250% - 17.950%
$0
1 - 36
705 Federal Credit Union
705 Federal Credit Union
Personal Line of Credit
11.500% - 18.000%
$0 - $5,000
Teachers Federal Credit Union
Teachers Federal Credit Union
Unsecured Personal Loan
12.740%
$0 - $50,000
61 - 72
Academic Employees Credit Union
Academic Employees Credit Union
Personal Line of Credit
9.500%
$0
Accentra Credit Union
Accentra Credit Union
Personal Loan
11.760%
$0
Security Service Federal Credit Union
Security Service Federal Credit Union
Personal Loan
11.240% - 17.950%
$0
25 - 36
360 Federal Credit Union
360 Federal Credit Union
Term Line of Credit 84 months
8.000%
$0
Abbott Laboratories Credit Union
Abbott Laboratories Credit Union
Personal Loan
9.490%
$0
48 - 48
InFirst Bank
InFirst Bank
Personal Loan
12.000% - 12.110%
$1,500 - $15,000
48 - 48
Alec Federal Credit Union
Alec Federal Credit Union
New Signature Loans
8.990%
$0
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Personal Line of Credit
7.750% - 16.750%
$0
1 - 36
1st United Credit Union
1st United Credit Union
Personal Line of Credit Variable
13.150%
$0
1st MidAmerica Credit Union
1st MidAmerica Credit Union
Signature Loan
10.700%
$0 - $10,000
60 - 60
Act 1st Federal Credit Union
Act 1st Federal Credit Union
Signature Loan
11.500%
$0
48 - 48
Y-12 Federal Credit Union
Y-12 Federal Credit Union
Signature Loan
12.490%
$0
Randolph Brooks FCU
Randolph Brooks FCU
Personal Line of Credit
12.950% - 18.000%
$0
Act 1st Federal Credit Union
Act 1st Federal Credit Union
Signature Loan
12.500%
$0
60 - 60
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
Personal Signature Loan
10.250% - 17.950%
$0
1 - 36
Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union
Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union
Signature Loan
14.990%
$0
25 - 36
Canyon View Credit Union
Canyon View Credit Union
Personal Loans
12.990%
$0 - $2,000
24 - 24
Advantage Credit Union Newtown, IA
Advantage Credit Union Newtown, IA
Personal Loans
14.200%
$5,000 - $8,000
48 - 48
1st Cooperative Federal Credit Union
1st Cooperative Federal Credit Union
Personal Loan
10.990%
$0 - $10,000
60 - 60
Achieve Financial Credit Union
Achieve Financial Credit Union
Unsecured/Personal Loans
8.990%
$0
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The personal loan rates presented are solely intended for informational use. Please consult the mentioned institutions for up-to-date personal loan rates. The actual personal loan rates and other loan conditions depend on the institution's approval and are not guaranteed.

Our apologies, we do not have TEG rate data right now, check back for updates, we are adding rates all the time.

TEG Information

Credit Union Name: TEG
Full Time Employees: 118
Part Time Employees: 2
President: Walter Behrman
CEO: Ronald Flaherty
Branch Locations: 8
ATM Locations: 8
Corporate Office Address:
1 Commerce St
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Phone Number: 845-452-7323
Fax Number:

TEG Financials

Total Assets:
439,063,809
Total Amount of Shares and Deposits:
380,922,238
Total Shares and Deposits < 1 Year:
349,825,487
Total Shares and Deposits 1 3 Years:
27,035,407
Total Shares and Deposits > 3 Years:
4,061,344
Total Uninsured Member Shares and Deposits > $250K (A+A1+B+C+D+E):
20,501,457
Total Uninsured Shares and Deposits > $250K (F+J):
20,501,457
Total Insured Shares and Deposits > $250K (item 17 less item K):
360,420,781
Total Interest Expense (Sum of items 6 8):
1,331,725
Share Certificates:
2,578
Number of Accounts for Share Drafts:
18,567
IRA KEOGH Accounts:
1,238
Number of Accounts for Regular Shares:
38,443
Non Member Deposits:
2
Money Market Shares:
2,161
Total Cash on Deposit (Amounts Deposited in Financial Institutions):
20,421,878
Total Liabilities:
406,474,006
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TEG Questions and Answers

No Cost Share Drafts:
Yes
Share Certificates with Low Minimum Balance Requirements:
Yes
Is Financial Counseling Offered?:
Yes
Financial Education offered for Members?:
Yes
Are financial literacy Workshops offered?:
Yes
Is there a first time homebuyer program?:
No
Credit management and repair offered?:
No
Online Financial Literacy?:
No
No Cost Bill Payer:
Yes
Student Scholarships:
1
Mortgage Processing:
Yes
Approved Mortgage Seller?:
Yes
Deposits and Shares Meeting 70310(a):
1
Brokered Certificates of Deposits:
1
Brokered Deposits (All deposits acquired through a third party):
1
payment:
Yes
Are low cost wire transfers available?:
No
Member Application:
Yes
Are New Loans Available:
Yes
New Share Account:
Yes
Are online loan payments available:
Yes
Online Bill Payment Allowed?:
Yes
Can I download my account history?:
No
Account Aggregation:
1
Electronic Signature Authentication Certification:
Yes
Can I get my bank statements online?:
Yes
External Account Transfers Allowed:
Yes
Remote Deposit Allowed:
Yes
Are Mobile Payments Avilable?:
Yes
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Source: NCUA Last Updated 03/31/2024

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    A certificate of deposit is a special type of savings account that requires you to deposit a fixed amount of money for a specified period of time. This period can range from a few months to several years, depending on the terms of the CD. CDs are also called "time deposits" because you must leave your money in the account for a set period of time. The end of this period is known as the "maturity date," and at that point, you can choose to withdraw your money or reinvest it in a new CD.

    One of the advantages of CDs is that they typically offer higher interest rates than regular savings accounts. The interest rate on a CD is fixed for the term of the CD, which means you know exactly how much interest you will earn over the life of the CD.

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    Biweekly Mortgage Payments: Pros and Cons

    Paying your mortgage biweekly can be an effective way to pay off your loan early and save money on interest over time. However, like any financial decision, there are pros and cons to consider before committing to this payment plan.

    One of the main advantages of paying your mortgage biweekly is that you can make an extra payment each year without feeling the financial strain of a large lump sum. By breaking your monthly payment into smaller amounts, you can more easily budget for the expense and avoid late fees. Additionally, since interest accrues daily on a mortgage, making more frequent payments can reduce the amount of interest you pay over the life of the loan. This means that you may be able to pay off your mortgage faster and save thousands of dollars in interest charges.

    However, there are also some downsides to a bi-weekly payment plan. One consideration is the cost of enrollment. Some servicers charge a fee to set up a bi-weekly payment plan, which may not be worth the expense. Before signing up for the plan, it’s important to carefully review the terms and conditions to understand the total cost and any potential penalties for early payoff.

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    What is the Best Method to Pay Off Credit Cards?

    Credit card usage has become a common practice in the United States, with approximately 83% of adults in the country having at least one credit card. Despite the popularity of credit cards, consumers are wary of accruing credit card debt due to high-interest rates charged on unpaid balances. Credit card debt is considered an unsecured loan, meaning it is not backed by collateral, making it riskier for lenders, leading to a higher interest rate. In 2022, the average credit card had an annual percentage rate (APR) of over 18%. This makes it challenging for consumers to pay off their balances, especially when the credit card debt is on multiple credit cards.

    According to a survey, 75% of Americans said they would not make a major purchase on their credit card unless they could pay it off immediately. However, despite trying to avoid carrying a balance on their credit card, many consumers still carry a balance. The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston estimates that 65% of cardholders carry a balance on their credit cards. Additionally, many of these borrowers have credit card debt on two or more credit cards with balances.

    Given the prevalence of credit card debt, consumers must devise a strategy to pay off their balances. Various strategies are available, but they can be divided into two camps, one recommended by economic theory and one recommended by personal finance experts. However, before looking at the strategies, it's essential to understand how credit card debt works.

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    Live Oak Bank CD Rates: 12-Month 5.00%, 6-Month 4.80%, 24-Month 2.00%

    Live Oak Bank, currently has some of the best short-term CD rates available online. Live Oak Bank 12-month CD rates are currently at 5.00%, 6-month CD rates are currently at 4.80% and 24-month CD rates are at 2.00%. The minimum opening deposit to earn these CD rates at Live Oak Bank is only $2,500.

    As you can see, the short-term CD rates around 5.00% are a lot higher than the intermediate 24-month CD rate of 2.00 percent. Live Oak Bank long-term CD rates are also a lot lower than the short-term interest rates; you can view a complete list of rates below.

    There are no CD account fees and the CD interest earned can be disbursed monthly without paying a fee to do so. You can easily open a CD account online and manage your account online. You can read more about CD accounts from Live Oak Bank right below the current list of rates.

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    3.90% APY Money Market Account from BankPurely: Top MMA Rate

    BankPurely's money market account has a current rate of 3.90 percent annual percent yield (APY). BankPurely money market rates are some of the best money market rates available on-line these days. BankPurely is a digital banking platform that provides a variety of financial services and products to its clients.

    The aim of the platform is to simplify banking, making it more accessible and convenient for all. Among the offerings from BankPurely is the Purely Index Money Market account.The Purely Index Money Market account is a high-yield savings account that offers attractive interest rates to its customers. The interest rate is linked to the performance of a market index, which may be higher than the interest rate offered by traditional savings accounts, allowing customers to earn more on their savings and grow them at a quicker pace. The interest rate is updated on a daily basis, allowing customers to keep track of their earnings effortlessly.

    The Money Market account from BankPurely is also incredibly flexible. Clients can access their funds at any time without incurring any penalties. They can also establish automatic transfers to make sure their savings grow consistently. Additionally, the account is FDIC insured up to $250,000, giving clients peace of mind knowing that their funds are secure.

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    How to Prepare Your Finances for the Coming Recession

    When a recession is near, it's important to focus on preserving and protecting your finances by preparing. This can involve increasing emergency savings, paying down high-interest debt, and re-evaluating spending. Diversifying investments and seeking professional advice can also help to minimize financial risks during a downturn.

    How to Prepare Your Finances for the Coming Recession

    Another strategy to consider is to reduce your exposure to volatile investments, such as stocks, and increase holdings in safer investments like bonds, CDs or savings accounts. This can help to reduce the impact of a potential market decline and provide a measure of stability during an uncertain economic climate. Make sure to consult a financial advisor before making any changes to your investments.

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    Salem Five Ups CD Rates

    Salem Five Ups CD RatesSalem Five CD rates were increased overnight and as a result are a lot more competitive. The largest increase was on 4 year CD rates from Salem Five which were increased from 1.75 percent to 3.00 percent.30 month CD rates had the second largest rate increase from 1.30 percent to 2.50 percent. 2 year CD rates at Salem Five had the third biggest rate increase of 1.10 percent to 2.50 percent.3 year CD rates and 5 year CD rates at Salem Five were increased from 2.00 percent to 3.00 percent. Salem Five IRA CD rates were also increased to the same amounts for all the CD terms listed above. See how other bank's CD rates compare with Salem Five CD Rates.     Read more...

    PNC Bank Rates and Reviews

    PNC Bank Rates and ReviewsPNC Bank currently has some of the best promotional CD rates and best savings rates available from any online bank, which is a stark contrast to their standard CD rates. The current savings rate at PNC Bank on the PNC High Yield Savings Account is at 2.32 percent with an APY of 2.35 percent. The minimum opening deposit for the PNC High Yield Savings Account is only $1.00.PNC Bank's 19 month promotional CD rates have three tiers with the highest CD rate being on account balance of $25,000 or more with a linked checking account. The current 19 month CD rate from PNC Bank is at 2.72 percent with an APY of 2.75 percent. Without a linked checking account, the CD rate is still high at 2.67 percent with an APY of 2.70 percent. Account balances of $1,000 to $24,999 still earn a decent CD rate of 2.38 percent with an APY of 2.40 percent. If you have less than $1,000 to open an account, that CD rate falls to 0.25 percent.PNC Bank also has promotional callable certificates of deposit but the CD rates are low. If you give a bank the option to call or redeem the CD before maturity, you would think the bank would give you a high rate to entice you. However, 36 month callable CD rates from PNC Bank are only 0.50 percent. 60 month callable CD rates at PNC are also comparatively low at 1.10 percent.     Read more...

    Luana Savings Bank Rates and Reviews

    Luana Savings Bank Rates and ReviewsLuana Savings Bank CD rates were recently decreased but are still some of the best CD rates available today. Luana Savings Bank is headquarted in Luana, Iowa, with five brick and mortar branches, soon to be six. The largest decreases in CD rates from Luana Savings Bank was by 25 basis points on 3 year and 5 year certificates of deposit.3 year CD rates from Luana Savings Bank were lowered to 2.37 percent from 2.62 percent. 5 year CD rates from Luana Savings Bank are at 2.42 percent, down from 2.67 percent. 30 month CD rates at Luana Savings are at 2.32 percent, down from 2.52 percent.Shorter term CD rates from Luana Savings were lowered by less. 2 year CD rates from Luana Savings are now at 2.27 percent, down 15 basis points from 2.42 percent. 1 year CD rates at Luana are now at 2.16 percent, down from 2.26 percent. 6 month CD rates were lowered 5 basis points to 1.96 percent and 3 month CD rates were also lowered 5 basis points to 1.76 percent.     Read more...

    Chartway Federal Credit Union Certificate (CD) Rates

    Chartway Federal Credit Union is offering several different types and terms of certificates (CDs). The best rates are on the credit union's web only certificates. In fact, the credit union's 1 year CD rates are currently at the top of our 1 year rate list.Chartway Federal Credit Union CD rates on 1 year to 17 month certificates are currently at 1.30 percent with an APY of 1.31 percent. The minimum balance to earn this rate and yield is $25,000. If you have less than $25,000 to invest don't open a certificate at Chartway FCU, you can get a higher rate elsewhere.Chartway FCU has been around since 1959 when seven civilian workers at the Norfolk Naval Air Station started NorVA N.A.S. Federal Credit Union. In 1996 the credit union became Chartway FCU. The credit union is NCUA insured since 1971. The credit union's NCUA charter number is 13242. You can research the credit union on the NCUA's website: Chartway FCU Information.     Read more...

    Fed's Yellen Sees Likely Increase in the Federal Funds Rate Later this Year

    We heard it straight from the horse's mouth: higher interest rates this year. In a speech last Friday, Federal Reserve Chairwoman, Janet Yellen said, "I expect that conditions may warrant an increase in the federal funds rate target sometime this year." A higher fed funds rate in 2015 will also lead higher CD rates in 2015.In Janet Yellen's speech, "Normalizing Monetary Policy: Prospects and Perspectives," she continued to prep the markets for a higher fed funds rate:
    As you know, last week the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) changed its forward guidance pertaining to the federal funds rate. With continued improvement in economic conditions, an increase in the target range for that rate may well be warranted later this year.
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    30 Year Mortgage Rates Will End 2014 Below 4.00 Percent

    Average mortgage rates today drifted lower, following 10 year U.S. Treasury yields. The current average 30 year conforming mortgage rate is at 3.95 percent, a slight decline from yesterday's average 30 year rate of 3.98 percent. 30 year mortgage refinance rates moved under 4.00 percent last week and will probably end 2014 below 4.00 percent.The average 30 year rate is just below 4.00 percent but there are lenders quoting 30 year refinance rates today below well below the average. On our interest rate table for New Jersey, Garden State Home Loans is quoting 30 year refinancing rates at 3.50 percent with 1.25 mortgage points. AmeriSave is quoting 30 year rates at 3.75 percent with 1 mortgage point and HSBC Bank quoting rates at 3.95 percent with no points.30 Year Mortgage Rates Will End 2014 Below 4.00 PercentCurrent mortgage rates on 15 year conventional loans are averaging 3.10 percent, down from yesterday's average 15 year rate of 3.13 percent. In an article published yesterday, we predicted average 15 year mortgage rates would remain near 3.10 percent for the rest of 2014. The lowest 15 year refi rates on our table for Illinois are at 2.85 percent with 1 mortgage point and at 3.125 percent with no points, both quoted by AmeriSave.     Read more...

    Retirement Accounts: Required Minimum Distributions for First (RMDs) by April 1, 2014

    When you reach age 70½, you are required to withdraw money from all types of retirement accounts with the exception of Roth IRAs. At what point in the calendar year you reach this age will determine whether or not you need to take a RMD this year or next. You probably haven't thought about your age in terms of "half a year" since you were 5, but the IRS has the rule stated as "You reach age 70½ on the date that is 6 calendar months after your 70th birthday."Even if you are financially comfortable enough to, you cannot keep money in your retirement account indefinitely. Whether or not you actually need to take the money out is irrelevant. If you are retired, you'll have to withdraw funds from your retirement accounts after you reach age 70½. Of course, there are rules and formulas for figuring out Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) every year.

    The Date You Reach Age 70½ Will Determine the First RMD

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    401(k) Savings Plans: Save More Money by Taking Advantage of Tax Breaks

    Thinking of ways to save money? Instead of focusing on increasing your income to save more, a simple way to have more money is to pay a smaller percentage of your income to taxes. There are several tax advantages designed to encourage saving for retirement which lowers your tax bill by thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars, depending on your income.Taking advantage of these tax savings plans is a good way to save more money for retirement and pay less to Uncle Sam. The best savings rates currently available are around 1.00 percent, so you'll have to save starting now and hope for better annual returns in equities to save enough for retirement.Early last year, I wrote an article that focused on saving for retirement and how a majority of Americans are not saving enough for their golden years. Chances are you fall into the category of Americans who are not saving enough and won't be able to retire when you would like to.     Read more...

    Mortgage Rates Increase on Fed Tapering Fears

    For the past couple of weeks we thought we were safe from higher mortgage rates but that isn't the case anymore. The fear that the Federal Reserve will start tapering bond and mortgage-backed security purchases are back. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) just released their October meeting minutes, suggesting that the central bank is looking for a way to slow down and stop their buying.Search for the Lowest Mortgage Rates Here: Mortgage RatesThe committee members did vote 9-to-1 to continue the $85 billion-per-month asset-purchase program, which will keep a lid on mortgage rates for now. What is stoking fears again is the minutes revealed some members believed an exit strategy should be decided upon and announced within the next few meetings.     Read more...

    Mortgage Rates Decline as Fiscal Cliff is Averted

    Mortgage rates today are lower as Democrats and Republicans were able to pass an agreement to avoid the fiscal cliff. A bare minimum deal was put together as the sequester of spending cuts was put off for another two months. Both parties compromised on the tax side of the deal, raising the top rate on joint filers earning more than $450,000 to return to 39.6%, up from the 35% rate in place since the Bush tax cuts of 2001.Today's mortgage rates on 30 year conventional home loans are averaging 3.41 percent, a decline from last week's average 30 year mortgage rate of 3.45 percent. Over the next couple of days average rates will head higher since 10 year bond yields are up 8 basis points to 1.84 percent on the fiscal cliff deal.Over the longer term, current mortgage rates will head lower since the Fed is still buying mortgage-backed (MBS) securities to drive rates lower. Although average 30 year rates are at 3.41 percent you can find lenders quoting rates below the average. Right now on our 30 year refinance rates list for the state of Massachusetts we have two lenders, Amerisave.com and AmericanInterbanc.com, quoting 30 year rates at 2.875 percent with 1.875 mortgage points.     Read more...

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    OneUnited Bank Savings Jumbo rates are now at 0.60 percent with a yield of 0.60 percent. View the current Savings Jumbo rates at OneUnited Bank below.
    Mortgage rates increased in this week's mortgage rates survey following bond yields higher. In the Primary Mortgage Market Survey released by Freddie Mac, fixed conforming 30 year mortgage rates averaged 4.60% with 0.7 mortgage discount points for the week ending July 7, 2011. The previous week's mortgage rate survey had 30 year mortgage rates at 4.51% with 0.7 discount points.
    For several years now, we have all been waiting for higher deposit rates on savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit. Two stronger-than-expected economic reports released this morning point to the possibility of higher interest rates sooner than later.

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