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A savings certificate is a great way to save for the long term. With a fixed interest rate and a variety of term lengths to choose from, you can reach your financial goals faster.

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FAQ

What is a savings certificate and how does it work?

A savings certificate is a type of savings account where the depositor agrees to keep the money in the account for a fixed period of time, usually several months to several years, in exchange for a higher interest rate than they would typically receive on a traditional savings account.

What is the minimum deposit required to open a savings certificate?

You only need $500 to get started.

Savings certificate vs. savings account, which is better?

It depends on your goal. Although savings certificates and savings accounts are both used for saving money, typically you will earn more interest on a savings certificate. However, there are penalties for withdrawing your money early from a savings certificate. Typically, savings certificates are used for longer term savings. If you need access to withdraw your money at any time, then a savings account offers more flexibility.

How can I open a savings certificate?

If you are comfortable using the WECU app, you can easily open a 6 mo, 12 mo, or 24 mo savings certificate in as few as 3 minutes. Simply click the “plus” button in your app. We are happy to help you over the phone or in person as well. Simply click the Book an Appointment button below.

How do our certificates compound dividends?

Our certificates accrue dividends daily and compound quarterly. This means that beginning day 1, dividends accrue and are calculated on the principal balance. That accrual of funds posts to the balance of the certificate quarterly. Then day 2 of the next quarter, dividends begin to accrue on the principal + quarter dividend deposit (unless dividends are posted to a different account.