High-Yield Savings Account West Seattle
You work hard for your money. Let it return the favor with a High-Yield Savings Account!
Are you looking to secure your financial future? Explore the benefits of a high-yield savings account, a smart choice to put you on the path to achieving your financial goals. At Sound Credit Union, we appreciate the importance of forward planning, which is why our high-yield savings account is carefully crafted to help your savings flourish.
Imagine a savings account that not only safeguards your funds but also accelerates their growth. When you choose to open a Sound Credit Union high-yield savings account at our Kent branch, you’re not just getting an account; you’re embracing the credit union difference – a commitment to your financial success embedded in everything we do.
Conveniently located at West Seattle , we hope you’ll stop by to experience the difference today!
High-Yield Money Market Accounts
Accelerate your savings with a High-Yield Money Market account. Ideal for those who maintain a high balance, our tiered accounts offer a higher rate of return than traditional savings accounts and still allow you access to your funds 24 hours a day.
- Earn a high-yield dividend rate
- No monthly fee
Requires Sound membership. A $10 per check fee will be assessed if more than three checks are written in one month.
Certificates
Lock in a high rate and guaranteed return. Interest is compounded monthly and accounts can be easily rolled over once they reach maturity.
Basic Certificate
- Minimum deposit of $500
- Terms range from 3 to 60 months
Bump Certificate1
- Get a one-time bump to a higher rate
- Add to your balance with one additional deposit
Flex Certificate2
- Make a one-time withdrawal during your term
- Option to make a one-time deposit or bump to a higher rate
Jumbo Certificate
- Earn even higher dividend on balances of $100,000 or more
- Terms range from 6 to 60 months
Requires Sound membership. Early withdrawal penalties apply and may reduce earnings.
1 Minimum balance is $2,500. Rate Bump: One time upon request, we will increase your rate to the current Bump Certificate rate at the same term. The new dividend will not be applied retroactively. Penalty-Free Deposit: One-time additional deposit must be a minimum of $1,000 and cannot make the certificate exceed its maximum balance of $250,000.
2 Add-on option: Minimum addition is $1,000; maximum is $75,000. Bump option: Upon request, rate will be increased to current Flex Certificate rate. Withdrawal option: Withdrawal amount cannot reduce the balance to less than the $2,500 minimum.
Individual Retirement Accounts
Saving for retirement? IRAs are a flexible savings option with potential tax benefits*, making them a great way to supplement a 401(k) or other employer-sponsored plan.
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Traditional IRA – Deductions now – Have income too high to qualify for a Roth IRA – Expect to be in a lower tax bracket in retirement |
Roth IRA – Tax-free withdrawals in retirement – No required minimum distributions at 70 1/2 – Expect to be in the same or higher tax bracket in retirement |
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Tax deduction on contributions* |
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Tax-deferred earnings* |
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Tax-free growth on earnings* |
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Tax-free withdrawals during retirement* |
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Required minimum distribution after 70 1/2 |
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Available as a Savings Account (view rates) |
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Available as a Certificate Account (view rates) |
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No annual maintenance fees |
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SEP IRA
Have a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) with your employer? Open your SEP IRA online and start saving for retirement today.
Open OnlineIRA Transfers and Rollovers
If you have an IRA at a different bank, simplify your finances by transferring- or rolling-over those funds to your Sound IRA. Call our Contact Center or visit your local branch to get started.
*For specific tax advice, consult your tax advisor. Requires a minimum $25 deposit.
Education Savings Accounts
A Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) is a tax-favored account that helps pay for qualifying college and K-12 education expenses. Earnings on contributions may be tax-free and qualifying withdrawals are tax- and penalty-free.* You can even easily change beneficiaries should education priorities change.
ESA Requirements
- The beneficiary must be under age 18, unless they are special needs
- All funds must be used by age 30
- Responsible individual on the account must be a parent or legal guardian of the beneficiary
- Annual contribution maximum is $2,000
*For specific tax advice, consult your tax advisor.
Easy Online and Mobile Transfers
Send cash where you need it with real-time online transfers.
Mobile Deposit
Deposit checks into your high interest savings account using Mobile Deposit on the Sound mobile app.
Take a Fresh Look at Your Finances
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Get the answers you need about High Interest Savings Accounts
High-interest savings accounts are bank deposit accounts that typically pay a higher interest rate that traditional savings accounts with better returns than traditional savings and checking accounts.
Sound Credit Union offers High-Interest Savings Accounts. Learn More »
To open a high-interest savings account you’ll need your application materials, complete a provided application, and make an opening deposit, if required. High-interest savings accounts can be opened online or at any branch location.
Sound Credit Union offers High-Interest Savings Accounts. Learn More »
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