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Compare Savings Accounts

Which savings account is right for you?
Compare features of all our savings accounts to find the right fit. Whether you want simple features or a high yield on your investment, you’ll find an account that works.
WAYS TO KEEP IT FEE FREE ™
Savings Account Everywhere Savings MyFirst Savings Money Market CDs IRAs
Minimum Daily Balance Required $300 n/a $2,500 $1,000 $100
Average Balance Required n/a n/a $5,000 n/a n/a
Monthly Maintenance Fee1
(if unable to meet one of the above criteria)
$4 Free $15 n/a n/a
Minimum Amount to Open $50 $10 $1,000 $1,000 $100
Minimum number of free withdrawls per month 2 2 2 2 unlimited n/a n/a
Minimum balance tier(s) to earn interest >$0 >$0 >$0 $1,000 $100
Additional Benefits 24-hour telephone banking

Free digital banking

Free mobile banking3

For customers under 18

Converts to Everywhere Savings at age 18

Free coloring book to get your new savers off on the right foot

24-hour telephone banking

Free digital banking

Free mobile banking3

24-hour telephone banking

Free digital banking

Free mobile banking3

Fixed, guaranteed interest rates

Low-risk savings

Excellent returns over the long term4
Variety of options including Traditional, Roth and SEP IRAs5
Get help finding the right savings account
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  1. Account holders may avoid the Monthly Maintenance Fee by meeting any of the requirements listed in the Keep it Fee Free™ section of the account summary table for their account type. Other account service fees may apply as described in the Account Services Fee Schedule, which is also available at your local branch.
  2. Savings Account customer can make two free withdrawals per month. There is a $2 fee for each additional withdrawal.
  3. While First Bank does not charge for mobile banking, your mobile carrier’s message and data rates may apply.
  4. CDs are subject to penalty for early withdrawals prior to maturity date. Penalty will reduce earnings.
  5. Distributions from IRAs before age 59 1/2 may be subject to an IRS early withdrawal penalty. Please consult your tax advisor or accountant with any tax‑related decisions.

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