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Savings Account Interest Rates – Asheville, NC

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If you’re looking to save for your future, First Bank is here to help. A savings account can be a useful tool for planned future projects, as well as a means of preparedness for unexpected expenses. We offer some of the best savings account rates in Asheville, NC, to prepare you for your future. Now that you know there’s a great community resource like First Bank, you may be asking, “What could I need a savings account for?”

Why You Need a Savings Account

Here are a few reasons why it would be a good idea to open a savings account:

College – Asheville is home to the University of North Carolina at Asheville, one of the nation’s top public liberal arts universities. Saving for college is always a good idea, and First Bank has different options to get you started.

Retirement – Asheville, NC, is repeatedly ranked as one of the best places to retire. Whether you’re ready to hike the mountains or just relax with the surrounding scenery, First Banks’ savings account interest rates can help you get there.

Medical Expenses – It is always a good idea to have a savings account dedicated to covering the costs of medical expenses, whether they are planned or unplanned.

You don’t always need a specific reason for saving your hard-earned cash. Having extra funds when you need them will always be a good thing. First Bank offers 6 types of savings options to meet your needs:

  • Everywhere Savings
  • MyFirst Savings
  • Money Market
  • CDs
  • IRAs
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

We also have saving options available for business owners. Read more about our multiple savings account options, so you can decide which one is best for you.

Learn More About First Bank’s Savings Account Interest Rates

Our savings account interest rates aren’t found online because rates can vary, and our team wants to make sure that you get the best rate available at the time. To learn more about savings account interest rates at First Bank, call or visit one of our 13 Asheville, NC-area locations.

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