Grow your savings
This account combines features of both savings and checking accounts, providing you with easy access to your funds while earning competitive dividends. Funds must be new money not currently held at SF Fire Credit Union.
You can easily set up automatic transfers from any external account to your Money Market Account in Online Banking. Choose the frequency and amount that works best for you, and watch your savings grow effortlessly.
100% LIQUIDITY
Money can be withdrawn from the account at any time for any amount, giving you unlimited access to your funds.
DIVIDENDS
Dividends are compounded and paid monthly on the average daily balance which means you'll start earning money on your savings immediately.
BANK ANYWHERE
Online money market account mobile banking makes it easy for you to bank anywhere, mobile deposits, transfers, and 24/7 access.
BETTER INSURANCE
Your deposit accounts are insured up to $250,000 per account by American Share Insurance. There's no limitation to the number of accounts held so an easy way to boost coverage is to open multiple deposit accounts.
NO WEIRD FEES
No need to maintain a minimum balance or worry about fees to enjoy the benefits of our money market account. We also offer free overdraft protection when you link to your Checking or Credit Card account(s).
DIRECT DEPOSIT
Set-up direct deposit to automate a portion of each paycheck to help reach your savings goals faster.
Money Market Rates
Money Market
Account can only be funded with money not currently held at SF Fire Credit Union.
| Minimum Deposit/Balance | APY* | Dividend |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | 2.00% | 1.98% |
Rates effective as of 11/1/2024 and are subject to change at any time without notice
*APY= Annual Percentage Yield. The APY is the effective annual rate of return and assumes that the funds will remain in the deposit account for the full 365 days. This rate schedule states rates applicable to specified accounts. This schedule is incorporated as a part of your account agreement with SF Fire Credit Union.
All savings rates are variable. This means that the dividend rate and annual percentage yield may change at any time as determined by the Board of Directors
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a Money Market Account, and how does it differ from a regular savings account?
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Can I set up automatic transfers to my Money Market Account?
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Can I access my funds easily with the Money Market Account?
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What sets your Money Market Account apart from others in the market?
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Can existing members open a new money market account?
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Can I transfer funds from another SF Fire account into a money market account?
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How do I add funds to my money market account?
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What is the dividend rate?
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*APY= Annual Percentage Yield. The APY is the effective annual rate of return and assumes that the funds will remain in the deposit account for the full 365 days. Rate effective as of 11/1/2024 and is subject to change at any time without notice. All savings rates are variable. Active and retired Fire Department employees qualify for a 0.10% rate bump. Premium is the same for SFFD and Non-SFFD alike.
New money refers to money not currently held at SF Fire Credit Union accounts or funds that have been in another SF Fire account for 30 days or less. Incoming transfers are limited to external sources. There are no restrictions on the amount or timing of external transfers into the Money Market Account.
If you have any questions or need current rate information on your accounts, please call 415-674-4800 or 888-499-FIRE (3473), from 7am to 7pm Monday through Friday, and 9am to 5pm on Saturday (Pacific Time).
All savings rates are variable. This means that the dividend rate and annual percentage yield may change at any time as determined by the Board of Directors, and the interest rate may change after your account is opened.
