This is Where You Need to Start 2021


Your Savings Account misses you. You’re not giving it enough attention, and when you need it? It’s not going to be there for you. That emergency car repair, the sudden trip to the ER. Even the piece of equipment you didn’t know you need to finish the project. When you ask your Savings Account to cover you, it’s going to come up empty.

February is when you’re going to change that.

This month is all about America Saves Week – a 5-day period dedicated to helping you start and build your Savings. All month, you’ll have access to the information and resources you need to start building a Savings Account that you can be proud of – and that will have your back when you need it. And we’re here to guide you on your way. You have access to webinars, videos, podcast episodes, articles and an eBook to get you started and keep you going.

Win $250 to Boost Your Savings


Get a jump start on building that balance. To celebrate America Saves Week – and your savings journey – we’re giving $250 to 2 lucky winners for stepping up their savings game. Enter to win by:

  Opening a new Savings Account and setting up automatic internal transfers, or

  Establishing or increasing automatic internal transfers on your existing Savings Account in Online Banking.

Entries are accepted the entire month of February – and we keep track of your entry for you so there’s no forms to fill out. That’s 28 full days to get yourself in on the chance to win AND finally start building that Savings Account. Check the official rules here.
 

Special Savings for Emergencies

Who wants to think about that $1,200 visit to the mechanic? Or the front tooth your child just knocked out with a failed skateboard trick? But these things happen. And you can get yourself ahead of them with a Special Savings you name for emergencies.
 

Holiday Savings

We’re fresh off the holiday season. Are you feeling the credit card sting? Be ready for this year’s shopping with a Holiday Savings. Put money in all year, get it automatically moved to your Checking Account before shopping season starts.

Special Savings for Vacation

You know you’ve been secretly stalking vacation rental sites. Be ready to take your trip when travel is safe again. Start putting money away in a Special Savings that you name for Vacation and avoid swiping the credit card to make your escape.

OK, I want to Save Money but I Don’t Know Where to Start


Automatic transfers, complex savings plans, round-ups, microsaving. Does starting and building a Savings Account have to be so complicated? Nope. During America Saves Week, you’ll learn a simple savings approach each day – no jargon and no overwhelming strategies. Choose a half-hour webinar at 7:00 PM each evening or a quick-hit video on social media each day.

By the end of the week, you’ll have confidence in your ability to save like you never have before.

 

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Save Automatically

February 22 @ 7pm

It doesn’t get any easier than automating deposits into your Savings Account. Find out just how easy it is on day one.


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Save for the Unexpected

February 23 @ 7pm

2020 wasn’t all a wash – we sure learned how important it is to be prepared for the unexpected. Day two is dedicated to helping you prepare for emergencies.


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Save for Retirement

February 24 @ 7pm

Ever feel like you’re going to have to work forever? Use day three to get focused on how important it is to understand your retirement goals and build a plan to meet them.


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Save by
Reducing Debt

February 25 @ 7pm

Paying down debt is a great way to save money! It means you’re paying less on interest and potentially boosting your credit score. Day four walks you through debt reduction as part of your savings plan.


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Save
as a Family 

February 26 @ 7pm

Imagine how much easier money would be for everyone if we talk about it intentionally with kids. In day five, pick up tips for positively influencing money concepts and spending habits in children and teens.


 In Just 12 Months, Your Savings Account Could be 4-5 Digits


It’s entirely possible for you to have a Savings Account you can count on within 12 months.
Use America Saves Week as your launching pad to get there.

$90/month = $1,080 in one year
$100/month = $1,200 in one year
$120/month = $1,440 in one year

1

Open Your Savings Account

Get started with an Emergency Savings, Holiday Savings, Vacation Savings…whatever you need money for Savings!

2

Set up or Increase Automatic Internal Transfers

Build your balance without even thinking about. Get going with automatic internal transfers. Or up the amount you’re already doing to get to your goal faster.

3

Use the America Saves Week Resources

You’re not in this alone. The resources on this page are here to help you figure out what to do with your money to make saving second nature.

Open My Account
Log In for Automatic Transfers

More Resources to Help You Start Saving? You bet.

Family Reading Article

You Can Start Saving Right Now

You get it – you know you need to start putting some money away. But right now you’re just wondering how to start. Check out 4 ways you can start saving today. You’ll get tips that are easy to implement right now.

Read the Article
Man Listening to Podcast

The Easiest Way to Start Saving

Experts will tell you to have months’ worth of expenses put away in your Savings Account. But that can feel overwhelming. This podcast episode explains simple things to do today to get started.

Listen Now
Woman Reading Article

Understanding Microsaving

Saving money doesn’t have to happen in huge increments. If you have a good amount you can put away, that’s great. If not, microsaving could get you started with smaller steps. Find out if it’s right for you.

Discover Microsaving
Mastering Your Money eBook

Guide to Mastering Your Money

Once you start saving money, you’re going to feel a better sense of financial control. Get sustainable action items to help you start building a Savings Account in this free guide: Master Your Money.

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