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4.25% APY†   |   High-Yield Savings Account

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 HF image copyOverview by Heather Farber.  Updated April 12, 2024

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American Express® encourages saving with your savings account - you won't get an ATM card, debit card, or checks, but you will earn a competitive APY from a well-known brand.

SAVINGS ACCOUNT FEATURES†

Minimum starting deposit
$0 - Must fund within 60 days to remain open
Minimum balance to avoid fees
$0
Minimum balance to obtain APY
$0
Compounding interest
Daily, credited monthly
Ability to add co-applicant
Yes
Withdrawal options
Electronic funds transfer (EFT), check payable to account holder, or wire transfer
Deposit options
Electronic funds transfer (EFT), check (mailed or mobile), wire transfer
Branch access
No
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While there's no minimum starting deposit, be sure to fund within 60 days for your new account to remain open. Plus, you'll start earning interest right away!

Here’s what you’ll need handy when opening a American Express High-Yield Savings Account:

  • Social Security Number (for tax purposes only, it won’t impact your credit score)

  • Bank Account number and routing number for transferring funds

It only takes 3 minutes and you can do it right on your phone.† Questions include:

  • Contact Info (Name, Primary address, Email address, Phone)

  • Date of Birth

  • Are you subject to Backup Withholding? (yes/no)

 Plus a few they need to ask but have no impact on opening your account:

  • Employment Status and Occupation

  • Estimated Annual Income

 All featured companies offer FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by federal law.

† Product terms and the application experience are based on the American Express website as of April 12, 2024 and may have changed. Be sure to verify all terms and conditions with American Express prior to applying.

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