Savings
Pay yourself first and your future self will thank you. Saving doesn't always come easy. In fact, 70% of Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings account**. Let's work together to make sure you fall into the other 30%.
Saving money requires discipline and hard work, which is why we offer options that make saving effortless. No matter your goal, we're in your corner.
Regular Savings
Step 1 to becoming a Cornerstone member: Open a regular savings account. Start with as little as $10 and reap all the rewards of credit union membership.
Details:
- Cornerstone Community Financial membership
- Save time with 24/7 access to Online Banking and Mobile Banking
- Immediate access to your hard-earned money with free direct deposit
- Simple and automatic savings via payroll deduction
- Earn dividends with a low minimum balance of just $50
Rainy Day Savings
Use this versatile savings account to finally set up that emergency fund, plan a family vacation, or, for a rainy day.
Details:
- No minimum deposit to open
- Check on your savings progress anytime with 24/7 access to Online and Mobile Banking.
- Automate your savings when you set up auto transfers and payroll deduction
- Only $50 required to earn dividends (i.e. Earn more money!)
Holiday Savings
Instead of dreading credit card bills in January, set aside a little each month and enjoy a debt-free holiday season. This savings tool allows for unlimited deposits, and withdrawals beginning on October 15th. Just in time to kick off the holiday season!
Details:
- No minimum deposit to open
- Check on your savings progress anytime with 24/7 access to Online and Mobile Banking.
- Automate your savings when you set up auto transfers and payroll deduction
- Only $50 required to earn dividends (i.e. Earn more money!)
- Cash withdrawals begin on October 15th.
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
When it’s time to shift from labor to leisure, we’ll help you make sure your nest egg is ready with a personalized IRA account. We offer both Traditional and Roth IRAs, both of which provide a variety of tax advantages. Compare them and consult with your tax advisor to find the option that suits your current and future needs.
Features of Both IRA Accounts:
- Tax-advantaged retirement savings**
- Competitive dividends above standard savings rates
- No setup fees
- No monthly or annual maintenance fees
- Contribute up to $5,500 per tax year
- Additional $1,000 "catch-up" contribution allowed for ages 50+
- Federally insured by NCUA
Comparing Traditional vs. Roth IRAs
Traditional IRA
- No minimum contribution per year
- Contributions may be tax deductible**
- Earnings are tax deferred until withdrawal
- Early withdrawals are subject to penalty**
- Penalty-free withdrawals can begin at age 59½
- Mandatory withdrawals at age 72
Roth IRA
- Contributions are NOT tax deductible
- Earnings are tax deferred**
- Contributions can be withdrawn without tax or tax penalty
- Early withdrawals are subject to income tax and possible tax penalty**
- No mandatory distribution age
- Qualifying withdrawals are tax-free**
Open an IRA
Questions? Connect with us and one of our team members will get back with you soon or stop in to one of our local branches.
*Source:gobankingrates.com
**Consult a tax advisor.