Saving & Investing: How to Choose the Right Account
Harnessing the power of saving and investing can totally change your financial future.
Wondering which you should choose? We’ve summarized features and benefits for several saving and investing options, so you can see at a glance which may work best for your financial goals.
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Best for: Those who value guaranteed returns and can put money away for a set period of time.
- You’ll have guaranteed earnings.
- Your earnings are stable and unaffected by market fluctuations.
- Your earnings are generally higher than you’d get with a standard savings account.
- They're ideal for saving for short- or mid-term goals.
- Your certificate is federally insured—which means it’s backed by the federal government.
Best for: Those looking for the potential for higher earnings and who can tolerate some risk in stock market investing.
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- Forget worrying you need a lot of money to get started. Invest as little as $1.
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Best for: Those who want to earn a higher rate, but need the flexibility to access their money quickly.
- You can earn a higher rate than with a traditional savings account.
- It combines features of both savings and checking accounts.
- You can withdraw your money anytime.
- The account is federally insured—which means it’s backed by the federal government.
Best for: Those who want to establish an emergency fund and have less than $2,500 in assets to save or invest.
- It’s a secure place to keep your money.
- The account is federally insured—which means it’s backed by the federal government.
- You have easy access to your funds and can transfer funds quickly if needed.
Best for: Those who want to save for their children’s educational expenses.
- The plan covers K-12, apprenticeship training and college.
- Your money grows on a tax-deferred basis.
- Funds can be used for tuition, room and board, fees, and supplies.
- 529 plan funds can be used for any eligible college in any state.
Best for: Those who want to save for their own or their children’s educational expenses.
- The money can be used for qualified K-12 and college expenses.
- Your money grows tax-free, and withdrawals are tax-free when used for qualified expenses.
- You can contribute or access money anytime.
- You can use an education savings plan to supplement a 529 plan.
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Disclosures
Navy Federal Financial Group, LLC (NFFG) is a licensed insurance agency. Non-deposit investments, brokerage, and advisory products are only sold through Navy Federal Investment Services, LLC (NFIS), a member of FINRA/SIPC and an SEC-registered investment advisory firm. NFIS is a wholly owned subsidiary of NFFG. Insurance products are offered through NFFG and NFIS. These products are not NCUA/NCUSIF or otherwise federally insured, are not guaranteed or obligations of Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU), are not offered, recommended, sanctioned, or encouraged by the federal government, and may involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal. Deposit products and related services are provided by NFCU. Digital Investor offered through NFIS. Financial Advisors are employees of NFFG, and they are employees and registered representatives of NFIS. NFIS and NFFG are affiliated companies under the common control of NFCU. Call 1-877-221-8108 for further information.
↵Digital Investor is available exclusively to Navy Federal Credit Union members and requires digital banking credentials. A Membership Savings Account with a $5 minimum balance is required to establish and maintain membership.
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