FAQ Category: Accounts
Is there a penalty if we need the money early?
Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Ask us for current terms before...
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Absolutely. Parents and grandparents often open Youth CDs for birthdays, holidays, or special milestones. While kids might not fully appreciate the gift right away, the value grows over...
Continue ReadingWhy choose a Youth CD over a savings account?
A Youth CD earns a higher rate and helps teach the value of setting money aside for a specific period of time—building patience and healthy saving...
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Youth CDs are available for members under 18. A parent, guardian, or custodian must be listed jointly on the...
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Yes! You can make additional deposits anytime until the CD...
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The Youth CD is a one-year certificate. At the end of the year, you can renew it or withdraw the...
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Just $25 is all it takes to get started. You can make additional deposits anytime until the CD...
Continue ReadingWhat is Overdraft Protection Transfer?
Overdraft Protection Transfer is an optional service offered by People Driven Credit Union that allows eligible members to link a savings account to a checking account. If there are insufficient funds in your checking account to cover a transaction,...
Continue ReadingWhat is Courtesy Pay?
Courtesy Pay is a discretionary overdraft service available to eligible People Driven Credit Union members with checking accounts in good standing. If you do not have enough available funds to cover a transaction, we may choose to pay it for you up to...
Continue ReadingWhat overdraft options are available for checking accounts?
People Driven Credit Union offers several overdraft options for checking accounts, including Overdraft Protection Transfer, Courtesy Pay for eligible accounts, or the choice to have transactions declined if you do not want overdraft coverage. Overdraft...
Continue ReadingHow is a Money Market Account different from a regular savings account?
Money Market Accounts typically offer higher interest rates and allow for limited check writing or transfers, making them more flexible for larger balances than standard savings...
Continue ReadingWhat is the minimum balance required to open a Money Market Savings Account?
At People Driven Credit Union, the Money Market Savings Account requires a minimum deposit of $1,000 to...
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Interest on a Money Market Account is calculated daily based on the account balance and is paid and compounded monthly, allowing your savings to grow...
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Continue ReadingCan I write checks from my Money Market Account?
Yes. You can write checks on your Money Market account like a checking...
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