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Make your money work harder for you. Compare the highest daily interest rates from Canada's top banks and credit unions.
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Use this tool to find out how much you need to save each month, or how long it will take to reach your target.
A savings account is where your money grows securely. Whether you're parking an emergency fund, saving for a down payment, or just looking to beat inflation with a High-Interest Savings Account (HISA), this guide helps you navigate rates and hidden fees.
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| The Trap | What it is | How to avoid it |
|---|---|---|
| The "Promo Cliff" | A high teaser rate (e.g., 6%) that plummets to a low base rate (e.g., 0.5%) after a few months. | Set a calendar reminder for when the promo ends so you can move your funds to a better base rate. |
| Transaction Fees | Paying $5 just to transfer money out of your savings or to send an Interac e-Transfer. | Always transfer from Savings to your connected Chequing account first, then send the e-Transfer. |
| Tiered Interest | The bank advertises 4%, but you only earn that rate on balances over $100,000. | Read the rate tiers carefully. Look for "flat rate" HISAs that pay the same yield on every dollar. |
| Monthly Maintenance Fees | A charge just for keeping the account open, which eats up all your earned interest. | Stick to online/digital banks and no-fee HISAs—you should never pay a monthly fee for a savings account. |
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