IRAs

Want to save more for retirement, and save on taxes too? Even if you already have a 401(k), a flexible IRA account is a good way to supplement an employer-sponsored plan. Some of our IRAs are even held as fixed rate CDs with terms from 6 to 60 months, allowing you to create a savings strategy that works for you.

Information found here is not intended as tax advice. For information regarding your contribution deductibility and responsibilities, please contact your tax advisor.

 

Key features:

  • No maintenance fees
  • Variety of terms available

AS HIGH AS
5.50% APY*
9 Month Term

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Money Market Index IRA Savings

AS HIGH AS
2.17%
Annual Percentage Yield3

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  • Interest compounds daily
  • $15,000 minimum to open
  • Insured up to $250,000 by the NCUA

IRA Savings

AS HIGH AS
0.50%
Annual Percentage Yield4

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  • Interest compounds monthly
  • $100 minimum to open
  • Insured up to $250,000 by the NCUA

IRA CD

AS HIGH AS
5.50%
Annual Percentage Yield*

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  • Interest compounds monthly
  • As low as $1,000 minimum to open
  • Insured up to $250,000 by the NCUA

Current Rates:

Promo IRA CDs
($2,500 minimum to open)
TERM DIVIDEND APY*
9 Months 5.37% 5.50%
* APY (Annual Percentage Yield) is accurate as of August 18, 2023. Offer only available for a new CD. All funds in the CD must be new and from an external source not currently on deposit with EECU. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. There is a penalty for early withdrawal. Must maintain a minimum $2,500 balance to earn APY. No additional deposits will be allowed into this special CD. CD renews automatically to a standard 9-month term at the rate in effect at the time of renewal unless instructed otherwise. This limited-time offer is subject to change at any time without notice.
Standard IRA CDs
($1,000 minimum to open)
TERM DIVIDEND APY1
6 Months 5.03% 5.15%
12 Months 4.98% 5.10%
18 Months 4.89% 5.00%
24 Months 4.65% 4.75%
36 Months 4.41% 4.50%
48 Months 4.12% 4.20%
60 Months 4.07% 4.15%
1 APY (Annual Percentage Yield) is accurate as of September 27, 2023 and is subject to change at any time. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. There is a penalty for early withdrawal. Must maintain a minimum $1,000 balance to earn APY. Dividend and interest is compounded monthly and credited monthly.
Jumbo IRA CDs
($50,000 minimum to open)
TERM DIVIDEND APY2
6 Months 5.13% 5.25%
12 Months 5.08% 5.20%
18 Months 4.99% 5.11%
24 Months 4.75% 4.85%
48 Months 4.22% 4.30%
60 Months 4.17% 4.25%
2 APY (Annual Percentage Yield) is accurate as of September 27, 2023 and is subject to change at any time. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. There is a penalty for early withdrawal. Must maintain a minimum $50,000 balance to earn APY. Dividend and interest is compounded monthly and credited monthly.
Money Market Index IRA Savings
($15,000 minimum to open)
BALANCE DIVIDEND APY3
$15,000 - $24,999.99 1.85% 1.87%
$25,000 - $49,999.99 1.95% 1.97%
$50,000+ 2.15% 2.17%
3 APY (Annual Percentage Yield) is accurate as of August 15, 2023 and is subject to change at any time. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. Dividend and interest is compounded daily and credited monthly.
IRA Savings
($100 minimum to open)
BALANCE DIVIDEND APY4
$50,000+ 0.50% 0.50%
4 APY (Annual Percentage Yield) is accurate as of August 15, 2023 and is subject to change at any time. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. Dividend and interest is compounded monthly and credited monthly. Must maintain a minimum $50,000 balance to earn APY.

Types of IRAs

Traditional

Under 70 ½ years old and want to make contributions that may be tax-deductible? Think you'll be in a lower tax bracket after you retire? A traditional IRA will help you save money.

Features:
  • Contributions may be tax-deductible
  • Ideal if in a lower tax bracket during retirement
  • Withdrawals taxed at applicable rate during retirement
  • Make withdrawals penalty-free after age 59 ½

Roth

Want to make IRA contributions that are not tax deductible? A Roth IRA is ideal if you'll be in a higher tax bracket when you retire.

Features:
  • Make withdrawals tax and penalty-free after having the Roth for 5 years and after age 59 ½.

Coverdell Education Savings Account

Saving for education expenses?

Features:
  • Anyone can make contributions
  • May be used for elementary or secondary education expenses
  • May be transferred to another education savings account for another child

Simplified Employee Pension

If you are self-employed or a small business owner, this plan allows to contribute to your personal retirement as well as separate IRAs for your employees.

Features:
  • Attract and retain staff by offering a retirement benefit
  • Employees can choose their investment type
  • Employer can contribute even if the employee doesn't participate

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Checking & Savings Resource Center

Already have a IRA with EECU? The Checking & Savings Resource Center is where you can find common support topics, answers to frequently asked questions, and important program details.

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