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Money Market Savings Accounts

Money Market Accounts pay rates better than savings, while keeping your funds available.

Open a Money Market Savings Account

Earn More, Access More: Money Market Savings

Looking to grow your savings without sacrificing access to your funds? A Money Market Savings Account could be just what you need, combining flexible access with premium interest rates. You’ll enjoy competitive rates, convenient access, and the confidence to save with a trusted partner.

Enjoy flexibility and earn a premium interest rate

Money Market Plus account requires a minimum deposit of $1,000, offers interest calculated based upon the daily balance, and is paid and compounded monthly. Dividend rates are tiered, offering higher rates for higher balances!

Open a money market account

Should I open a money market savings account?

Yes, if you want to build interest, have access to funds in a pinch, and plan to have balances over $1,000 combined with an insured credit union account’s safety.

Advantages

Money Market accounts have a higher interest rate than you would receive with a regular savings account. Plus, you can also write checks from the account.

Benefits

  • Higher balances earn higher rates.
  • Six (6) preauthorized transfers and/or withdrawals per statement cycle
  • $1,000 minimum deposit to open

Money Market Plus & Escrow Savings Account Rates

³New money required to qualify for this rate. Only new funds transferred from external sources to the credit union qualify for this promotion.

Minimum Deposit

Dividend/Interest Rate

APY²
$1,000 to $2,499 0.349% 0.35%
$2,500 to $9,999 0.499% 0.50%
$10,000 to $24,999 0.598% 0.60%
$25,000 to $49,999 1.094% 1.10%
$50,000 to $99,999 1.144% 1.15%
$100,000 to $249,999 1.243% 1.25%
$250,000 and above 2.960% 3.00%

Money Market IRA Rates

³New money required to qualify for this rate. Only new funds transferred from external sources to the credit union qualify for this promotion.

Minimum Deposit

Dividend/Interest Rate

APY²
$1,000 to $4,999 0.349% 0.35%
$5,000 to $24,999 0.499% 0.50%
$25,000 and above 1.094% 1.10%

Frequently Asked Questions

A Money Market Savings Account is a type of savings account that generally offers higher interest rates than regular savings accounts. It also has some checking account features, like limited check writing.
Money Market Accounts typically offer higher interest rates and allow for limited check writing or transfers, making them more flexible for larger balances than standard savings accounts.
At People Driven Credit Union, the Money Market Savings Account requires a minimum deposit of $1,000 to open.
Interest on a Money Market Account is calculated daily based on the account balance and is paid and compounded monthly, allowing your savings to grow faster.
Yes, federal regulations allow up to six (6) preauthorized withdrawals or transfers per statement cycle with a Money Market Account, including check writing and electronic transfers.
Yes, People Driven’s Money Market Savings Accounts allow for six (6) preauthorized transfers or withdrawals per statement cycle.
Yes, funds in Money Market Accounts at People Driven Credit Union are Federally insured to at least $250,000 by the NCUA and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government.
Fees may apply if minimum balance requirements are unmet or the number of allowable transactions is exceeded. For more details, refer to the fee schedule provided by People Driven Credit Union.
You can open a Money Market Savings Account by visiting People Driven Credit Union in person, filling out the forms online, or, if you're a current PDCU member, using the MyPDCU app to open your account.

Disclosures

²APY=Annual Percentage Yield

People Driven Credit Union savings are Federally insured to at least $250,000 by the NCUA and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government. Rates are effective as of today and may change at any time. Penalties apply for early withdrawal. View our Privacy Policy.

Membership Requirement:

All accounts and loans require membership at People Driven Credit Union. Membership is available to individuals who live, work, worship, or attend school in the State of Michigan, as well as relatives of current members. To complete an application for any account or loan, you will need the following information:
  • A valid Driver's License, State ID, or Passport with your current address
  • Your Social Security Number
A Membership Share Savings Account is required to establish membership at People Driven Credit Union. Your $5 deposit into this account secures your share in the credit union, giving you access to our full range of services and benefits. The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) for this account is 0.01%, and the minimum deposit is $5.00.