MODULE 4 Flashcards
Saving and Investing
These two concepts are being interchangeably used but they are different. The two
are important part of personal finance.
Saving
storing or
putting money aside
regularly
Investing
making your
money grow by putting
money to items that would
earn
Why do people save?
People save for purchased and emergencies
It is one way to meet short term goals and be able to meet unexpected situation
Benefits of Savings
Providing safety net for unexpected events (emergency fund)
Improve liquidity for item purchases and attainment of short term goals
Safety from loss (minimal risk and insured—if savings are in bank)
Disadvantages
Have lower returns
Maybe lessen due to inflation
Incur opportunity cost for not investing in more risky and high return assets
Types of Savings (Lake, 2024)
Traditional Savings
High Yield Savings Account
Money Market Accounts
Certificate of Deposit Accounts
Cash Management Accounts
Specialty Savings Account
Types of savings accounts you need to know about
Regular Savings Account
Passbook Savings Accounts
Time Deposits
Digital Bank Accounts
Joint Savings Accounts
Business Savings Account
Traditional Savings (Meaning)
These accounts will help you to earn interest on the money that you have deposited.
However, they are lower rates that other type of savings. The savings accounts are usually
made with banks or credit unions. This type of savings is recommended for people who
need money for either short term of long term without considering higher interest rate.
Pros Traditional Savings
-It’s usually easy to open a regular savings account at a branch, and some banks allow
you to do so online.
-You can earn interest on your savings to grow your money.
-You can visit a branch if you need help or want to deposit cash.
Cons Traditional Savings
-The interest rates are usually low compared to other savings options.
-Monthly maintenance fees may cancel out interest earnings.
-Additional fees may apply for excess withdrawals.
High Yield Savings Account (Meaning)
These savings account is usually offered in online banks that offers higher interest compared
to the traditional savings account. This is recommended for people who want to be more
competitive on the rate of the savings they have but lessens fees.
Pros High Yield Savings Account
-You could earn a much higher interest rate compared to traditional savings accounts.
-Online banks typically have lower minimum deposit requirements to open an account.
-You’re less likely to be charged a monthly fee at an online bank.
Cons High Yield Savings Account
-No branch banking access means you can’t deposit cash directly into your account at a
branch.
-Transferring money between an online savings account and accounts at another bank can
take up to a few days to process.
-You may or may not have access to your money via ATM, depending on the bank.
Money Market Accounts (Meaning)
These savings account has both features of regular savings and checking account. These
accounts also allow you to earn interest on savings which usually better than regular savings
and the same rate with high yield savings account.
Pros Money Market Accounts
-Money market accounts can offer better rates than other types of bank savings accounts.
-You may be able to write checks from your account or access your money using a debit or
ATM card.
-You can open money market accounts at traditional banks or online banks.
Cons Money Market Accounts
-A higher minimum deposit may be required to open a money market account.
-Interest rates may be tiered, meaning you’ll need a higher balance to earn the best rates.
-Banks may charge a monthly fee for money market accounts.
Certificate of Deposit Accounts (Meaning)
These savings account is usually recommended for people who does not have the desire to
access their savings right away. The savings is commonly being saved in the bank for a set
period of time. This is offered both in onsite and online banks.
Pros Certificate of Deposit Accounts
-CDs can offer above-average interest rates for savers pursuing short- or longer-term goals.
-There are typically no monthly maintenance fees involved with CD accounts.
-CDs at online banks may offer lower initial deposit requirements.