Which Savings Account is Best for Me?

Penn East offers a range of savings account types because you have different reasons you save. If you want to establish membership at Penn East or if you’re looking for a source for checking overdrafts, a Share Savings account would be the right solution for you.
If you have a larger balance and would like to earn a higher dividend rate, but still want convenient access up to 6 times per month, a Money Market Savings account is an attractive and flexible way to accomplish your goals. A Share Certificate Savings account would be best if you’re growing your wealth over time and can commit to not using your savings for an extended period, thus accessing a higher dividend return. Finally, if you’re diligently saving for a vacation or holiday expenses, a Club Savings account is a great way to stay on track.

Savings Boost

Savings made easy! Make progress toward your financial goals effortlessly. With our Savings Boost program, enrolling is all it takes to start saving. Every time you use your debit card for a purchase, we’ll round up the amount to the nearest dollar and deposit the rounded-up amount directly into your chosen PEFCU savings account.

It’s easy. For example, if you spend $3.25 on a cup of coffee, we’ll automatically transfer $0.75 to your designated PEFCU savings account.* Rest assured, if your checking account balance is insufficient to cover the transfer, no money will be deducted.

Start boosting your savings today! Enroll in our Savings Boost program and let your everyday purchases work towards your financial future.

*This is for Savings accounts only. Certificate Accounts are excluded from this program

Compare Savings Accounts

Type

Opening Deposit

Ongoing Deposits

Withdrawals

Minimum to Earn

Minimum Maintained Balance

Use as Overdraft Protection?

Share Savings Account

$5

Unlimited

$100

$0

Yes

Money Market Account

-

Unlimited

$100

$0

No

Share Certificate Accounts

$1,000

Only at opening and renewals

-

$100

$1,000

No

Club Savings Accounts

-

Unlimited

$100

$0

No

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