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Calculate your estimated CD earnings
Enter your deposit amount along with the term and APY of the CD you are considering. See how much you could save when your CD reaches maturity.
Interest earned by year 5: | ||
| Your earnings | $1677.40 | |
| National Average | $481.52 | |
| Total interest earned = $1677.40 | ||
Our partners regularly offer APYs that are 2-4x higher than the national average – so you can grow your savings faster.
