Overview
Savings Certificates
Looking for a better rate for your savings? While there’s no question that putting money away helps you save for the future, if you’re earning low rates on your funds, you’re not getting the most value.
Our savings certificates might be the answer. Ideal for all people at all phases of life, our savings certificates offer fixed rates, guaranteed returns, and maturities ranging from 3 months to five years. With an opening deposit as low as $500 to start, you’ll be well on your way to earning better yields.
An account to help you earn higher dividends on your investment
- $500 minimum opening deposit
- Dividends paid out at monthly intervals
- Withdraw earnings at any time*
- The ability to use these savings certificates as collateral on a Certificate Secured Loan
Disclosures
*Dividends may be withdrawn before maturity without penalty, but no dividends will be paid on the amount withdrawn. Dividends may be transferred to checking or savings or automatically mailed monthly.
For complete certificate account disclosure and penalty information, please see Terms and Conditions on our Disclosures page.
Rates
Savings Certificate Rates
| Certificate Term Traditional & Certificate IRA | Min.Bal. to Open and Earn Dividends | Dividend Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|---|
3 Month |
$500.00 | 1.73% | 1.75% |
6 Month |
$500.00 | 2.71% | 2.75% |
12 Month |
$500.00 (Maximum of $50,000) | 3.44% | 3.50% |
18 Month |
$500.00 | 2.96% | 3.00% |
24 Month |
$500.00 | 2.47% | 2.50% |
30 Month |
$500.00 | 2.23% | 2.25% |
36 Month |
$500.00 | 2.13% | 2.15% |
48 Month |
$500.00 | 1.98% | 2.00% |
60 Month |
$500.00 | 1.73% | 1.75% |
*Annual Percentage Yield. Refer to our Pricing Guide (PDF) for all fees. Fees may reduce earnings. The disclosed Dividend Rate and Annual Percentage Yield (APY) are the prospective rates and yields that Spirit of Alaska anticipates paying for the applicable dividend period. Penalties apply for early withdrawal of principal from a certificate. For complete certificate account disclosure and penalty information, please see Terms and Conditions on our Disclosures page.
Interest Rates Current as of [date]. New certificate rates subject to change at any time.
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FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You can withdraw any earnings at any time, but there are penalties involved for early withdrawal of the certificate principal.
No, certificates do not qualify as a share in the credit union. However, you can place your money in a Money Market Savings account to act as your share, which can earn higher interest for higher balances.
Terms vary from 3 months to 5 years. You will earn higher interest the longer you set aside the money.
Yes. You can transfer your earnings to a Spirit of Alaska checking or savings account, or they can automatically be mailed to you every month.
What you will need depends on the structure of your business. In general, to open an account you will need to bring in:
- Business License
- Proof of EIN
- Corporate documentation
- Resolution with authorized signers
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- C.K.