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Clearwater, Florida CD Rates

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Below are the best one-year CD Rates from banks in Clearwater, Florida. One year CDs are usually the most popular term and offer a decent yield without having to lock-up money for an extended period of time. One year CD Rates are generally comparable to or a little higher than their savings and money market counterparts.

Clearwater, FL - December 22, 2024

1 Year CD National Average : 0.55% ?

Banks APY MIN MILES ?

Rate History: 4.85% → 5.15% → 5.05% → 4.50%

| Feb 9, 2021

The wonderful assistants at Beal Bank are wonderful. Rebeca took great care of me and made sure all my concerns were addressed. Read More

Rate History: 4.15% → 4.25% → 4.30% → 4.25% → 4.20%

| Dec 2, 2022

No such limits as referred to by Jonathan. Perfectly Happy with service and keep adjusting the rate! Read More

Rate History: 5.00% → 4.00% → 4.50% → 4.00% → 3.75%

| May 19, 2018

Experience Read More

Rate History: 0.03% → 3.75% → 4.25% → 3.75% → 3.51%

| Jul 24, 2023

BOFA is a den of people thieves camouflaged as bank operatives. There’s a soon to be uncovered carrel of money laundry there. They took all my money and don’t want to release it to me for no particular... Read More

Rate History: 3.00% → 2.00% → 3.50% → 3.25%

| Jan 2, 2023

Terrible customer service by investment side. Fees too high , too full of themselves Read More

Rate History: 4.80% → 3.00% → 3.25%

Rate History: 2.00% → 1.50% → 3.25%

| Feb 6, 2023

after over 100k in transactions through this bank in the course of a year not only did i suffer from fraud but this bank closed my accounts and i have been lliable for all the losses and to top it off with... Read More

Rate History: 1.50% → 3.00%

Rate History: 0.05% → 2.00% → 4.65% → 2.00%

| Jan 29, 2024

Tried to enter information on line to open a 5 year CD, multiple time and wasn't accepted. Talked to a live person who was of no help at all. My credit score is over 800 and I have plenty of money in oth... Read More

0.75%

$10,000

9.58

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| Feb 4, 2020

Academy was great helping me open a new account Read More

| Jul 22, 2021

This is a criminal lender and the worst bank. They merged with CenterState Bank.. They have made our lives miserable with a wrongful, fraudulent foreclosure. We will be starting a Website with all of the ... Read More

| Mar 25, 2015

OLIVER NORTH AIR LINES GOVERNOR BLANCO Read More

0.25%

$100,000

16.31

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0.20%

$10,000

14.84

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| Nov 15, 2020

Do they? Read More

0.15%

$10,000

16.31

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| Sep 12, 2023

Can not cash a check at the branch on Chenal, because I did not have an appointment for the lobby. Could not use the Window service, it closes at 2pm on a Friday. I have a business account and am finding... Read More

| Mar 10, 2021

HORRIBLE !!!! JUST RUN AS FAST AS YOU CAN AWAY FROM THIS BANK..Save yourself the hassle of dealing with them. Read More

| Nov 15, 2020

Do they? Read More

| Aug 22, 2019

Despite a perfect payment record of their Line of Credit during Four Years, Seacoast Bank arbitrarily sent a demand letter threatening legal action if I do not pay $ 39,000 immediately. The only option off... Read More

| May 18, 2019

Had checking and savings for years when living in Philly. Went into PNC 2.35 APY high yield savings. They have thus far maintained rate. Easy web site and great customer phone service. Still maintain check... Read More

All rates listed are Annual Percentage Yield (APY). The Min listed is the minimum deposit account balance required to obtain the rate listed.

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Certificates of Deposit - Branch Banks 2024

A certificate of deposit (CD) is a savings product offered by a bank in which a depositor (someone who has money to put into the bank) agrees to commit a certain amount of money for a set period of time, in return for a fixed rate of interest. While it is possible to withdraw the money earlier (breaking the CD) doing so comes with high interest penalties and is generally not advised.

CD Terms

The time period in which money is held in a certificate of deposit is called the term. Terms can run for any period of time but in general, banks use the following terms: 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months, 24 months, 36 months, 48 months, and 60 months. Terms can either be described in months or years. The term that is right for each individual depends on their goals, the rate they which to earn, and their future plans for the money. In general, if rates are going up, savers should avoid putting the money into a long-term CD. If rates are going down, then the opposite is true, and savers should try and lock into a good rate for an extended period of time. In stable rate environments, CDs that are over 12 months in length can enable depositors to pick up a slight premium over savings accounts.

CD Risk

Almost all banks provide CDs to their consumers and they have been a mainstay of savers and retirement accounts for years. If FDIC insured, the CD represents a safe place to put money that will generate a predictable return.

Inflation is the main risk of a CD. Inflation can often run higher than the inflation adjusted return on a CD, thus eroding the value of the money stored in the CD over time. This is especially true for longer-term CDs opened in low interest rate environments.

How Interest is Paid

The method of distributing the interest earned on a CD varies by bank. Some banks pay interest monthly, other semi-annually, and others at the maturity of the CD. One advantage of a branch-based bank is that a depositor can walk into the bank and receive their interest that day in the form of a check. Online banks tend to use electronic funds transfer or check via mail.

Interest Rate

Since the financial crisis in 2008, CDs have become less popular because the yields they offer have dropped precipitously, making it difficult for retirees and savers to generate sufficient income. But investors looking for a place to stash some cash might still find CDs an attractive place for some of their savings. Online banks generally offer better rates on six month CDs but the accounts must be opened online. View online bank rates.

When interest rates are falling, it is often preferable to lock in high rates for an extended period of time with a longer-term CD. When interest rates are rising, depositors should avoid committing their money for long periods of time. To see interest rate trends, visit the BestCashCow rate analysis page.

ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES

The advantages of a Certificate of Deposit from a branch bank are:

  • Funds deposited in FDIC banks and within insurance limits are protected by the full faith and credit of the United States government.
  • CDs provide a predictable, set rate of return.
  • Depositors can walk into a local branch and open the CD and fund it that day. Question and inquiries can also be handles in-person.

The disadvantages of branch-based CDs are:

  • The deposited money is committed for a certain period of time and can only be withdrawn with substantial penalties.
  • One year CDs from branch banks often pay less interest than from online banks. Please see those rates here.

All banks listed on BestCashCow are FDIC insured; BestCashCow.com strongly recommends that you stay within FDIC insurance limits and that if you are unsure of how the limits affect you, please visit the FDIC website.

To understand all of the income generating options available to a saver, please view the Income Generating Investments Comparison Chart.

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