Savings Accounts - Compare Interest Rates & Star Ratings
There are many different types of savings accounts and these mind your money with varying degrees of flexibility, usually tied to interest rates on offer. The most common savings accounts are: savings accounts, online savings accounts, children's savings accounts, cash management accounts, and term deposits. More ...
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Compare online savings account interest rates using our free interest rate comparison service, and find some of the highest online savings rates available from New Zealand banks and financial institutions.
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Types of Savings Accounts
- Online Savings Account
An internet account with a high interest rate. - Savings Account
Good interest rate with access via ATMs, EFTPOS etc. - Cash Management Account
High interest rate with easy access via ATMs, EFTPOS etc.
Savings Award
Congratulations to Westpac, the winner of our 2011 award for New Zealand's Best Value Savings institution. The full suite of savings accounts is represented – interest-bearing transaction account, term deposits, PIE accounts available in either cash or term deposit – meaning the majority of savers and transactors are catered for very competitively.
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Articles - Deposit Accounts
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Tips - Savings Accounts
What to look for in a savings account |
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When shopping around for a savings account, there are a number of things you should look for. First of all, try to find an account with a good interest rate, and no account keeping fees. Ask if the account has a minimum balance. And make sure you compare the interest rate to other savings accounts, so you know you're getting a good deal. |
Online savers, a good alternative to term deposits? |
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This is one of our most commonly asked questions, and the short answer is yes. Online savers provide a relatively safe place to deposit money and offer a high interest rate. While term deposits may offer an even higher rate, they do not allow the same instant access to your money. Online savers are a good investment option, especially if you think you will need access to the money at some point in the near future. |