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Giant Bank – CD Rates Review

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Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

Having a name like Giant Bank gives off the impression of a solid bank that’s been around for years. Contrary to its name, Giant Bank is still relatively new, having been formed only in 1999. It is also an online bank without a brick and mortar counterpart under the same name. Despite being a new institution, Giant Bank was formed as an Internet Banking Division of Landmark Bank which has been in operation since the 1900′s. This gives the bank some form of credibility.

The purpose of Landmark Banks formation of Giant Bank is to offer online banking services to its consumers while allowing an increase in rates because of the cheaper overhead as compared to physical banks. Their promise of giving back to their consumers is not mere words as Giant Bank is now offering the highest 6 month CD rate with 1.00% APY.

A look at Giant Bank’s CD Rates:

3 month CD – 0.50% APY
6 month CD – 1.00% APY
9 month CD – 1.05% APY
12 month CD – 1.09% APY
24 month CD – 1.29% APY
36 month CD – 1.54% APY
60 month CD – 1.98% APY

Aside from leading in the 6 month CD category, Giant Bank is also giving good rates for 3 month CDs. It currently ranks second among the highest rates, coming after OneWest Bank’s 0.60% APY. It also gives a fair 1 year CD rate, with the highest rates from Doral Bank at 1.15%. This trend also follows with 3 year CD rates with the highest rates again from Doral Bank at only a slight difference of 1.60%.

Giant Bank however falls slightly behind the others in the longest term CD, the highest 5 year rate being 2.20% from First Internet Bank of Indiana. This is a large gap from what Giant Bank is offering, but nonetheless, Giant Bank’s rate is still higher than the national average of 1.26%.

Despite being a relatively new banking institution, Giant Bank places its credibility on the length of existence of its founding company, Landmark Bank. For those who are looking for higher rates, Giant Bank may just do it for you.

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CD Rates Hold Steady, But For How Long?

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Monday, August 8th, 2011

Today the Dow dropped 634 points or down 5.55% to 10,809. This is the lowest the Dow has been since 2008 and comes after the week of the US debt ceiling hike and downgrade of the US debt from AAA to AA+ by S&P.

Today a few banks have already lowered their rates on short and long term certificates of deposits. The bright spot is, those banks were not offering any of the top CD rates, so who really cares or knows. The current list of the top CD rates has held steady… well so far. When you find a big gap between the first and second place holders of any CD rate, usually you will see a decrease coming from the top holder.

Here is an example of the top three leaders in each CD term starting with the 6 month CD rates. We added Melrose Credit Union to show how much higher their rates are, compared to normal bank rates, plus to get the Melrose Credit Union rate you have to become a member, which is open to everyone located anywhere in the US:

6 Month CDs

  • AloStar Bank of Commerce – 1.05% APY
  • AuroraBank – 1.04% APY
  • Ascencia – 1.02% APY

12 Month CDs

  • (Melrose Credit Union – 1.31% APY)
  • AloStar Bank of Commerce – 1.27% APY
  • E-Loan – 1.26% APY
  • Sallie Mae – 1.20% APY

24 Month CDs

  • (Melrose Credit Union – 1.56% APY)
  • MainStreet Bank – 1.50% APY
  • AuroraBank – 1.46% APY
  • VirtualBank – 1.46% APY * (has the lowest rating of 1 out of 5 stars on bankrate)

36 Month CDs

  • (Melrose Credit Union – 2.07% APY)
  • MainStreet Bank – 2.00% APY
  • Doral Bank – 1.80% APY
  • AuroraBank – 1.75% APY

48 Month CDs

  • MainStreet Bank – 2.50% APY
  • (Melrose Credit Union – 2.32% APY)
  • Transportation Alliance – 2.06% APY
  • American Bank – 2.00% APY

60 Month CDs

  • (Melrose Credit Union – 2.83% APY)
  • MainStreet Bank – 2.60% APY
  • First Internet Bank of Indiana – 2.40% APY
  • Discover Bank – 2.35% APY

As you can see most banks are being competitive in the rates they offer. The biggest gaps in rates are between the 36 Month CD and the 48 Month CD, which could mean these rates will be adjusted at any time.

You can find MainStreet Bank’s CD here.

For all of our best CD rates, be sure to visit our CD Rates page.

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Wells Fargo’s Best CD Rates

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Monday, September 6th, 2010

For most major banks you will never find a great CD rate in this economy. If you are looking for the best certificate of deposits, you are better off looking at credit unions or smaller banking institutions.

Wells Fargo is no different than Bank of America, Chase, US Bank or any other major banking institutions. If you feel more comfortable putting your money with a large bank then it’s all about where you look. None of the certificates of deposit offered at Wells Fargo will come close to the national averages for CD Rates.

If you take a look at our last CD Rate board For September 3rd, you will see how low these rates are from Wells Fargo.

Take a look at how low the short term rates are from Wells Fargo:

Those were the interest rates on a minimum of $2,500 deposited.

If you can increase your minimum to $5,000 Wells Fargo will give you better rates on its longer ‘odd’ term CD rates.

  • 23 Month CD – 0.90% APY
  • 33 Month CD – 1.15% APY
  • 54 Month CD – 1.90% APY, which the national average return for a 60 Month CD is 1.72% APY.

The main reason why someone would want to buy into these CDs is for security reasons. Most major banks are insured and while the U.S. government won’t allow them to fail, smaller banks and even some credit unions are still at risk.

Long term certificates of deposit are still not impressive and probably isn’t worth your time or money to buy at this current period of time. You are more likely to make your money back by investing into something tangible, real estate or something else that you can keep your cash free from penalty. CDs require you to keep your money in for the term or risk losing most all of your interest and possibly even some of your principle.

Be sure to check out our CD rate tables for the best deals nationally.

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CD Rates Hold Firm For Week Of August 16, 2010

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Monday, August 16th, 2010

CD Rates Hold SteadyCD Rates are holding steady starting off this week. There have not been any moves from the 3 Month to 5 Year CDs as the economy continues its fall, rates will stay low. CD Rates are projected to stay low until early next year, 2011. If you do get into a long term CD, ask to see if they have a one-time rate bump available, so that if rates do increase you can gain the benefits and not be stuck in an under-performing certificate of deposit.

Here are the best CDs currently available to resident’s nation wide:

Melrose Credit Union is one Credit Union that allows any U.S. resident to join with a sign up fee of $1. This makes Melrose a great option since they also have some of the Nation’s best CD rates available.

*Term August 16th Last Week
3 Month CD 1.35% 1.35%
6 Month CD 1.25% 1.25%
12 Month CD 1.76% 1.76%
24 Month CD 2.02% 2.02%
36 Month CD 2.52% 2.52%
60 Month CD 3.29% 3.29%

You can always compare the best CD rates from our database of banks and institutions to find the best options for your money.

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Earn Fast Money With Gateway Bank’s 6 Month CD

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Saturday, August 14th, 2010

Are you looking for a quick way to earn a little extra money? Gateway Bank is offering a 6 Month CD at 0.90% APY. This interest rate will earn you more than most savings accounts. The downside to a certificate of deposit is your money will be locked up for the full 6 months.

Gateway Commercial Bank is located in Mesa, Arizona. Their board of directors understands the issues and needs of local small businesses. They are a small bank with personalized services.

You can open their 6 Month CD with a minimum deposit of $1,000. An Early Withdrawal Penalty will result by closing the CD before the end of the term. Be sure to check out their site for the newest rates as they are subject to change at any time. Since this is a small local bank to Mesa Arizona their CD’s may be more competitive than traditional banks and institutions.

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CD Rates For Week Of August 9, 2010

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Monday, August 9th, 2010

The best CD Rates in the nation for CDs between 3 months and 5 years are found here:

  • 3 Month CD – 1.35% APY at iGObanking with a minimum deposit of $500.
  • 6 Month CD – 1.25% APY at New Dominion Bank with a minimum deposit of $3,000.
  • 12 Month CD – 1.76% APY at Melrose Credit Union with a minimum deposit of $5,000.
  • 24 Month CD – 2.02% APY at Melrose Credit Union with a minimum deposit of $5,000.
  • 36 Month CD – 2.52% APY at Melrose Credit Union with a minimum deposit of $5,000.
  • 60 Month CD – 3.29% APY at Melrose Credit Union with a minimum deposit of $5,000.

These are the best places to find the highest paying CD Rates currently in the Nation. Most Credit Unions have many requirements to fulfill before you are allowed to become a member but Melrose Credit Union makes it possible for anyone to join. The cost of joining their Credit Union is $1.

You can find the most up to date CD rates from our CD Rates page.

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Best CD Rates For Week Of July 26, 2010

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Monday, July 26th, 2010

Two credit unions continue to hold the top spot for offering the highest CD Rates in the nation. Most credit unions have too many requirements for the average person but Fort Knox Federal Credit Union and Melrose Credit Union have made it easy for the average person anywhere in the U.S to apply for their CDs.

These rates continue to hold steady for the week of July 26, 2010. To find all of the current CD Rates, be sure to view our CD Rate tables.

You have to become a member with both of these credit unions before you can gain access to their top CD rates. Both credit unions have a low joining fee, which may start to eat into your earnings if you plan on only investing a small amount of money.

Your deposit at Fort Knox and Melrose Credit Union are insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), which is like the FDIC for banks.

You can always compare the best CD Rates from many banks and credit unions in our database.

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Best CD Rates For Monday July 19 2010

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Monday, July 19th, 2010

Sometimes the best CD rates come from local Credit Unions. Most Credit Unions only allow local residents to join their union, making it difficult on finding the best CD Rates.

We have found two credit unions who offer the top rates nationally on 3 month up to 5 year certificates of deposit.

Most credit unions if they are not only open to local residents require you to qualify for their membership. For instance Boeing used to be only opened to Boeing employees and most local teachers credit unions where only opened to teachers. Many credit unions have been laxing their restrictions to gain the business of others.

To join the Fort Knox credit union all you have to do is join the American Consumer Council right on their website. Follow the instructions on becoming a member. For “Eligibility Criteria,” use the menu to click on “American Consumer Council/Kentucky Chapter.”

Joining this credit union is simple in terms of qualifying for their membership. Once you have completed the application process you will be automatically enrolled into the consumer advocacy group which will give you access to their best CD rates.

The cost for joining their credit union is $15.

The Melrose Credit Union allows all U.S. residents to join their membership and the cost is only $1

All deposits at Fort Knox and Melrose are federally insured by the NCUA (National Credit Union Administration).

You can compare these CD rates from a list of the top CDs currently being offered and see why they are on top of the list for best CD rates so far this month.

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Highest CD Rates In Sacramento, CA – October 2009

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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Here is a list of the highest CD (certificate of deposit) rates available to the residents of Sacramento, California. We have compiled a list of the best CD rates for the 6 month CD, 12 month CD and 24 month CD terms. After going through many local bank rates and credit unions serving the city of Sacramento as well as Central California we have found that you will find better rates with national institutions than with your local ones.

Be mindful that CD rates are always changing and that these rates may be out of date depending on the date of this article. You can always find up to date CD rates from our CD rates page.

How we came up with this information:

As you may very well know that if you are looking for the highest CD rates you will need to look at the longer maturities such as the 60 month CD or CDs that require a high minimum deposit.

Highest 6 Month CD Rates In Sacramento, CA:

  • UFB Direct – 6 month CD yields 1.70% APY with a minimum deposit of $8,000. This is a national bank and will accept deposits from other states.
  • First Financial Bank (Sacramento branch) – A promotional 10 month CD yields 1.50% APY with a minimum deposit of $500.
  • Community Business Bank of West Sacramento – 6 month CD yields 1.45% APY with a minimum deposit of $10,000.

Highest 12 Month CD Rates In Sacramento, CA:

  • Colorado Federal Savings Bank (Sacramento branch) – 12 month CD yields 2.0% APY with a minimum deposit of $5,000.
  • Community Business Bank – 12 month CD yields 2.0% APY with a minimum deposit of $10,000.
  • iGoBanking.com – 12 month CD yields 2.0% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000. This is an online institution with will accept deposits from any state.

Highest 24 Month CD Rates In Sacramento, CA:

  • Hudson City Savings Bank – 24 month CD yields 2.50% APY with a minimum deposit of $5,000. This bank can accept deposits from any state.
  • First Financial Bank – A promotional 25 month CD yields 2.50% APY with a minimum deposit of $10,000.
  • CitiBank (Carmichael, CA branch) – 24 month CD yields 2.25% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000.

All of these banks and credit unions are federally insured. Make sure the bank or credit union you deposit your money to is insured by either the FDIC or NCUA. If you live in or around Sacramento, CA and you know of a better CD rate please let us know.

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Highest CD Rates In Las Vegas, Nevada – October 2009

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Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Here are the best CD (certificate of deposit) rates for the residents of Las Vegas, Nevada. We have put these rates in the form of the 6 month CDs, 12 month CDs and 24 month CDs. After going through many local banks and credit unions serving the city of Las Vegas as well as most of the state of Nevada, we found for the most part that you will find better rates with national institutions than with your local banks.

Keep in mind that CD rates are always changing so you will want to refer to the date of this article for accuracy. You can always get the most up to date CD rates from our national CD Rates page.

How do we choose which CDs are best?

As you may already know, the higher CD rates tend to accompany the longer maturities and/or the higher deposit minimums and therefore we wanted to give our reads options in choosing which CD is best for them. Instead of putting only information of the highest CD rates, which tend to accompany the Jumbo CDs, we have come up with a list of banks and credit unions that are easier to obtain.

Highest 6 Month CD Rates In Las Vegas, Nevada:

  • Nevada Commerce Bank – 6 month CD yields 1.77% APY with a minimum deposit of $10,000.
  • Branch Banking and Trust Company (Henderson, NV) – 6 month CD yields 1.75% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000.
  • Nevada National Bank – 6 month CD yields 1.65% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000.

Highest 12 Month CD Rates In Las Vegas, Nevada:

  • Black Mountain Community Bank – 12 month CD yields 2.15% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000.
  • Bank of Las Vegas – 13 month CD yields 2.10% APY with a minimum deposit of $500.
  • Mutual of Omaha Bank – 16 month CD yields 2.10% APY with a minimum deposit of $2,500.

Highest 24 Month CD Rates In Las Vegas, Nevada:

  • Nevada Commerce Bank – 24 month CD yields 2.53% APY with a minimum deposit of $10,000.
  • Hudson City Savings Bank – 24 month CD yields 2.50% APY with a minimum deposit of $5,000. This is a national bank and will accept deposits nationwide.
  • Washington Federal Savings and Loan Association – 24 month CD yields 2.50% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000.

All of these banks and credit unions are federally insured by either the FDIC or NCUA. Be sure you check with your bank to make sure they are federally insured and only deposit money in banks and credit unions that are insured. If you live in Las Vegas or in the state of Nevada and know of better CD rates from your local bank or credit union, then please let us know.

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