Savings Certificates

Lock in your rate, grow your money, and reach your goals faster.

  • Higher dividends than regular savings
  • Terms from 3 months to 5 years
  • Federally Insured by NCUA

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Savings certificate special in Pittsburgh, PA

3.40% APY

7- or 13-month savings certificate special, your choice.

Limited time only • Minimum $1,000 opening balance required • New and existing money eligible for deposit

Standard Savings Certificates

A straightforward certificate with fixed rates and flexible terms to help your savings grow with confidence.

 3 and 6 Month Terms12 - 60 Month Terms
Minimum Deposit$500$1,000
Dividend StructureDividends will be paid at maturity and credited back to the certificate.Dividends will be credited and compounded to the certificate quarterly.

Bump Rate Certificates

A flexible certificate that lets you increase your rate if market rates rise.

  • Offered for 24 or 36 months 
  • Increase your savings by “bumping” your rate once during the term if rates increase

Flex Savings Certificates

A one-year certificate that lets you keep adding to your savings over time.

  • A 12-month certificate perfect for short-term goals 
  • $100 minimum initial deposit 
  • Bonus rate of 0.10% over our current 12-month certificate rate 
  • Add $25 or more to the certificate at any time

Jumbo Savings Certificates

A certificate designed for larger balances, offering a straightforward way to set funds aside.

  • Choose a term from 6 months to 5 years 
  • $100,000 minimum initial deposit 
  • Also available for IRA Certificates and Bump Rate Certificates

Keep in mind, savings certificates automatically renew at maturity unless you indicate otherwise, and early withdrawal penalties may apply.

Consider this before you open a savings certificate

  • Understanding savings certificates

    It's a low-risk, higher-reward savings account that grows your money at higher interest rates compared to other account options. You'll also see these referred to as a certificate of deposit, or CD.

  • How savings certificates work

    You choose how long you want to keep your money deposited, known as the term length, and your money earns dividends at a fixed rate for that term. Typically, longer terms and larger deposits grow at the highest certificate rates. With Clearview, you can choose terms anywhere between 3 months and 5 years. It's best if you don't need access to the money you deposit. A penalty may apply if you end up withdrawing your money before the term ends.

 


How savings certificates support your goals

They give your savings an extra boost over a specific period of time. Short-term options help you save for vacations, holiday celebrations, and anything else you can think of. Choosing a longer term lets you build up for larger expenses such as down payments on a home or vehicle, education expenses, or retirement.

Savings certificates FAQs

  • For new members, you can apply by using our online application, starting a video call with Clearview Live®, visiting your local financial center,  or calling us directly at 1-800-926-0003.

    For current Clearview members, you can apply using our online application or through digital banking by selecting Add Product. You can also apply by starting a video call with Clearview Live®, visiting your local financial center, or calling us directly at 1-800-926-0003.

  • Savings certificates typically offer higher rates than standard savings accounts in exchange for keeping your money on deposit for a set term. Savings accounts offer easier access to your funds, but usually earn lower rates.

  • Not necessarily. Clearview offers savings certificates with a range of minimum deposit amounts, making it easier to start wherever you are and build from there.

  • Savings certificates typically offer higher rates than money market accounts in exchange for keeping your money on deposit for a set term. Money market accounts offer easier access to your funds and may earn more than a standard savings account, but usually less than a certificate.

  • Yes. Savings certificates and certificates of deposit (CDs) are the same type of account. “Savings certificate” is simply the term commonly used by credit unions.