Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD

Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD Review

Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD are offered by DCU savings account, a credit union founded in 1979 and based in Marlborough, MA. Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD are available in 50 states (and Washington, DC).

Key Takeaways

• Only one CD account type available. Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD only offers bump up CD accounts.
• Very high annual percentage yield (APY). This account offers an annual percentage yield of up to 0.4%, which is much higher than the national average for a certificate account.
• $500 minimum deposit. This is a typical minimum initial deposit for the certificates we track.
• Limited selection of CD terms. Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD only offers two CD terms. This limits your options when trying to set up a certificate ladder.

Pros & Cons of Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD

Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD FAQ

Are CDs from Digital Federal Credit Union federally insured?

Yes, your Digital Federal Credit Union CD accounts are insured up to $250,000 per share owner for each account ownership category. The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), a federal agency, administers the insurance fund and regulates federally insured credit unions. The fund is backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government.

What types of CDs does Digital Federal Credit Union offer?

• Traditional CDs. These CDs pay a fixed interest rate if you deposit a fixed amount of money for a specific term. Once the maturity date arrives, you have the option of cashing out or automatically renewing the CD for another term.
• Bump-up CDs. Bump-up CDs allow you to increase the interest rate you earn on your savings if the going interest rates rise. These CDs are useful in a changing interest rate environment.

What CD rates does Digital Federal Credit Union offer on its CDs?

Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD offers an APY starting at 0.3% and ranging up to 0.4%. APY stands for annual percentage yield and shows the interest rate paid by the CD after taking into account compounding.

What is the minimum deposit to open a CD account with Digital Federal Credit Union?

Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD requires a minimum deposit of $500 to open an account.

What is the grace period for Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD?

There is a 5-day grace period for Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD. A grace period is a period of time during which you can withdraw the money in your CD without paying an early withdrawal penalty. A grace period starts the day after a CD’s maturity date, or the final day a CD is opened. Standard CDs renew automatically at the same term if you don't withdraw your money after the 5-day grace period. Note that the new CD rates probably won’t be the same as the original.

What types of fees, such as early withdrawal penalties, does Digital Federal Credit Union Jump-Up CD charge?

Financial institutions don't typically charge many fees on CDs. However, most charge a fee if you choose to withdraw your money before the CD term ends.

Digital Federal Credit Union does not charge an early withdrawal fee.