M.H. asks from Chicago, IL on March 20, 2009
Looking for FDIC Bank with Good Rates
I'm looking to open an account at a FDIC bank with good interest rates and customer service, I want to do a CD account, any suggestions, Thanks
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K. answers from Chicago on March 20, 2009
the online only banks do best in this regard. try ingdirect and hsbc. their savings account rates are comparable to CDs, in my experience.
M. answers from Chicago on March 20, 2009
Usually ING has great rates, some of the best, I have CD accounts with them, but with the economy the way it is, no one has great rates right now! I have looked around myself! Let me know if you find a good rate!
J.S. answers from Chicago on March 22, 2009
Hi
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J.F. answers from Chicago on March 21, 2009
Look into a local community credit union. They are FDIC insured but instead of being out to make a profit they are out to make you money since every member has a stake instead of lining some investment bankers pockets. Most of the time the cd rates are higher than a regular bank too and customer service is always great becasue without members the credit union does not exist. There are alot of community credit unions that you olny have to live in the area or work there to be a memeber.
P.F. answers from Chicago on March 22, 2009
If you are in the northern suburbs I would look into State Bank of the Lakes. They are small (yes, FDIC) and it is so nice to walk into your bank and have them not only recognize you but know your needs. If you want to meet my banker let me know I can introduce you so you can ask her questions before you open the acct.
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