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Eligibility
All individuals and HUF having PAN are eligible to invest in
this product.
Firms, Companies, Trust, Societies, Clubs, Institutions, Corporates etc., are not allowed to invest in this product.
The deposit can be of Single holder type or Joint holder type. The single holder type of deposit shall be issued to an individual for himself or in the capacity of the Karta of the Hindu undivided family. The joint holder type of deposit receipt may be issued jointly to two adults or jointly to an adult and a minor and payable to either of the holders or to the survivor, provided that in the case of joint holder type deposit, the deduction from income under Section 80C of the Act shall be available only to the first holder of the deposit.
Benefit under Section 80 C
Exemption under section 80 C of Income Tax Act can be claimed by the depositor in case of single depositor or the first holder in case of joint depositors, within eligible investments.
Scheme Code
TD027- Union Tax Saver DRC
TD026- Union Tax Saver FDR
TD025- Union Tax Saver MIS
Types of Deposit
Option to open in FDR, MIS or DRIC scheme as per the choice of the customer.
Minimum Period
5 years
Maximum Period
10 years
Lock In Period
5 Years
Minimum Deposit Amount
Rs 5000/- and in multiple of Rs 1000/- thereof.
Maximum Deposit Amount
Rs.1,50,000/- In a financial year.
Rate of Interest
The rate of interest is payable as per interest table available on the Bank’s website.
Interest payment Frequency
Will be paid on quarterly or half yearly interval as per
the choice of the customer if the deposit is opened in
FDR scheme.
Will be paid on monthly interval if the deposit is opened in
MIS scheme.
In case the account is opened in DRIC scheme interest is
paid on maturity along with principal amount.
TDS
TDS will be deducted as per guidelines
Loan Facility
The term deposit can be pledged to secure loan or as security to any other asset, only after the lock in period of 5 years. This will be subject to the terms and conditions governing such loans/advances.
Nomination Facility
Available as per guidelines.
Automatic Renewal
No Auto Renewal Facility.
Premature Closure
Allowed only in case of death of the primary account holder.
Penalty on Premature Closure
No Penalty
Overview
As per RBI mandate, Savings Bank interest will be calculated on the daily balances maintained in your account, at a rate of interest decided by the Bank from time to time.
Savings Bank Rate (w.e.f. October 25 ,2021)
Saving Balance | Rate of Interest (% p.a.) |
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Upto Rs. 5 Cr | 3.00 |
Above Rs.5 Cr up to Rs.100 Cr | 3.25 |
Above Rs. 100 Cr | 3.35 |
With effect from February 1,2021, Interest Rate on Savings Deposits is calculated basis incremental balance slabs.
Base Rate (w.e.f. April 12,2019) | 9.65% |
Current BPLR (w.e.f. April 12,2019) | 14.15% |
Tenor | MCLR |
---|---|
Overnight MCLR | 6.90% |
One Month MCLR (1M) | 6.95% |
Three Month MCLR (Q) | 7.05% |
Six Month MCLR (HY) | 7.25% |
One year MCLR (Y) | 7.60% |
Two Year MCLR (2Y) | 8.10% |
Three Year MCLR (3Y) | 8.60% |
The Bank pays interest on deposits as per various deposit schemes. Interest Rates are revised from time to time and made known to public. Revised interest rates are applicable only to the renewals and fresh deposits while existing deposit continue to get interest at the contracted rate
Interest Rate (% p.a.) | ||
---|---|---|
Retail Term Deposits (< 2 Cr) | ||
Maturity Slab | General customers | Sr. Citizen |
0-6 Days | NA | NA |
07-14 days | 2.70 | 3.20 |
15-30 days | 2.70 | 3.20 |
31-45 days | 2.80 | 3.30 |
46- 60 days | 3.00 | 3.50 |
61-90 days | 3.00 | 3.50 |
91-6 months | 3.50 | 4.00 |
6 months 1 day to 270 days | 4.30 | 4.80 |
271 days upto< 1 year | 4.30 | 4.80 |
1 year | 5.05 | 5.55 |
> 1 year - 2 years | 5.15 | 5.65 |
>2 years to < 3 years | 5.20 | 5.70 |
3 years to to < 5years | 5.40 | 5.90 |
5 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
> 5 years - 7 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
>7 years - 10 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
>10 years - 20 years* | 4.80 | 5.30 |
Tax Saving FD | ||
5 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
$ Maturity bucket is eligible only for deposits from following beneficiaries (with effect from January 1st, 2021).
1- Awards from Motor Accident Tribunal / Courts / Other Judicial/ Statutory Bodies
2- Specific Cases of margin money for Bank Guarantees
General Terms & Conditions:
- Tenure for NRO Term Deposit is 07 days to10 years.
- Tenure for NRE Term Deposit is 1 year to 10 years.
- Staff & Sr. Citizen rates are not applicable to NRO & NRE Term Deposits.
- No interest is paid if the deposit is held for the tenure of below 7 days, the minimum period for Term Deposits as per RBI guidelines.
- Interest payable on prematurely withdrawn deposits will be the rate applicable for the amount and the period for which the deposit remained with the Bank (rate applicable for that tenure on the original date of the deposit). To illustrate as an example, if a deposit is placed for 5 years and after 1 year the depositor wants to close the deposit prematurely, then the interest rate applied will be the rate which was applicable for one year on the original date of deposit.
- Bank will levy a penalty of 1%, on the applicable rate for deposits closed prematurely. Such closures include the withdrawals through sweep-ins and partial withdrawals as well.
Applicable to FRTDs opened | up to October 30, 2018 | wef November 1, 2018 | |
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Auction undertaken by RBI during Quarter | 91-Days Treasury Bill | 364-Days Treasury Bill | Anchor Rate applicable for Quarter |
Apr 1 - Jun 30, 2019 | 6.34 | 6.24 | Jul 1 - Sept 30, 2019 |
Jul1 - Sept 30, 2019 | 5.82 | 5.55 | Oct1 - Dec 31, 2019 |
Oct1 - Dec 31, 2019 | 5.27 | 5.05 | Jan 1-Mar 31, 2020 |
Jan 1-Mar 31, 2020 | 5.22 | 5.00 | Apr 01-Jun 30, 2020 |
Apr 01-Jun 30, 2020 | 3.77 | 3.54 | Jul 01-Sept 30, 2020 |
Jul 01-Sept 30, 2020 | 3.54 | 3.24 | Oct 01-Dec 31, 2020 |
Oct 01-Dec 31, 2020 | 3.45 | 3.12 | Jan 01-Mar 31, 2021 |
Jan 01-Mar 31, 2021 | 3.71 | 3.27 | Apr 01-Jun 30, 2021 |
Apr 01-Jun 30, 2021 | 3.77 | 3.39 | Jul 01-Sept 30, 2021 |
Between Jul 01-Sept 30,2021 | 3.69 | 3.37 | Between Oct 01-Dec 31, 2021 |
Anchor Rates are Average of Weighted Avg. Yield of Auction of 91 Days and 364 days TB undertaken by RBI during the calendar quarter
A) Applicable for New FRTD accounts opened after Nov 01,2018With effect from Oct 01, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021 ( 91 -T Bill)
Tenor (Years) | Anchor Rate (%) | Mark -up on average rate (%) | Effective rate for FRTD(%) | Senior Citizen (%) |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 3.37 | 0.50 | 3.87 | 4.37 |
2 | 3.37 | 0.50 | 3.87 | 4.37 |
3 | 3.37 | 0.50 | 3.87 | 4.37 |
5 | 3.37 | 0.40 | 3.77 | 4.27 |
7 | 3.37 | 0.20 | 3.57 | 4.07 |
10 | 3.37 | 0.20 | 3.57 | 4.07 |
>10 – 20 $ | 3.37 | 0.10 | 3.47 | 3.97 |
Rate with effect from Oct 01, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021 ( 364 -T Bill)
Tenor (Years) | Anchor Rate (%) | Mark -up on average rate (%) | Effective rate for FRTD(%) | Senior Citizen (%) |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 3.69 | 1.00 | 4.69 | 5.19 |
2 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
3 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
5 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
7 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
10 | 3.69 | 1.00 | 4.69 | 5.19 |
>10 – 20 | 3.69 | 0.65 | 4.34 | 4.84 |
Rate with effect from Oct 01, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021 ( 364 -T Bill)
Tenor (Years) | Anchor Rate (%) | Mark -up on average rate (%) | Effective rate for FRTD(%) | Senior Citizen (%) |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 3.69 | 1.00 | 4.69 | 5.19 |
2 | 3.69 | 1.10 | 4.79 | 5.29 |
3 | 3.69 | 1.25 | 4.94 | 5.44 |
5 | 3.69 | 1.25 | 4.94 | 5.44 |
7 | 3.69 | 1.35 | 5.04 | 5.54 |
10 | 3.69 | 1.40 | 5.09 | 5.59 |
Terms & Conditions
- Interest Payment - The interest on the deposit is payable quarterly on the last day of each quarter.
- Interest Reset - Every 3 months, coinciding with calendar quarters - on April 1, July 1, October 1 and January 1 every year.
- Minor's account - A minor alone cannot open an FRTD as the maturity amount cannot be determined at the time of opening the FRTD. Minor’s account to be can opened jointly with his/her guardian only.
- Tax deduction at source - TDS applicable as per prevalent rules & regulations.
- Premature Withdrawal -
- a) Minimum Lock-in period: one year; No premature withdrawal up to one year.
- b) After one year, the rate applicable, in the event of premature withdrawal, would be the average benchmark rate of the immediate preceding quarter with the mark up of applicable preceding tenorless 1% penalty e.g. If the depositor books deposit for 2 years and requests for a pre closure after 1year and 110 days the applicable rate would be the average benchmark of the preceding quarter of the last quarter the deposit had remained with the Bank (as applicable for the relevant quarter) plus the mark up of 1 year.
- c) The calculation of interest shall be as per extant guidelines for term deposit carrying fixed rate.
- Senior Citizen - Senior Citizens will be paid interest at 50 basis point higher that applicable FRTD rate.
Disclaimer - The mark-up would be revised at the Bank's discretion. The revised mark-up would be applicable only for fresh and renewal of existing deposits.
w.e.f. August 16, 2021 | |
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Normal Retail Rate | 5.25 |
Senior Citizens | 5.75 |
Systematic Savings Plan (SSP /SSP Plus)**** (w.e.f. August 16, 2021)
Maturity Slab | Interest Rate (% p.a.) | |
---|---|---|
NORMAL | SR. CITIZEN | |
1 year | 5.05 | 5.55 |
> 1 year - 2 years | 5.15 | 5.65 |
>2 years to < 3 years | 5.20 | 5.70 |
3 years to to < 5years | 5.40 | 5.90 |
5 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
> 5 years - 7 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
>7 years - 10 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
Interest payable on Premature Withdrawal of Term Deposits Interest payable on prematurely withdrawn deposits will be the rate applicable for the amount and the period for which the deposit remained with the Bank (rate applicable for that tenure on the original date of the deposit) For such premature withdrawals, including sweep-ins and partial withdrawals, the Bank will levy a penalty of 1%, on the applicable rate.
1. For Bulk Deposits of Rs. 2 crore and above, upto Rs. 5 crore (w.e.f. April 16 2021)
Maturity Slabs | Rate of Interest (% p.a.) |
---|---|
0-6 Days | NA |
07-14 days | 2.50 |
15-30 days | 2.50 |
31-45 days | 2.75 |
46- 60 days | 2.75 |
61-90 days | 2.90 |
91-6 months | 2.90 |
6 months 1 day to 270 days | 3.00 |
271 days upto< 1 year | 3.10 |
1 year | 3.50 |
> 1 year - 2 years | 3.50 |
>2 years to < 3 years | 3.75 |
3 years to < 5 years | 3.75 |
5 years | 3.75 |
> 5 years - 7 years | 3.75 |
>7 years - 10 years | 3.75 |
Interest payable on prematurely withdrawn deposits will be the rate applicable for the amount and the period for which the deposit remained with the Bank (rate applicable for that tenure on the original date of the deposit)
For such premature withdrawals, including sweep-ins and partial withdrawals, the Bank will levy a penalty of 1%, on the applicable rate. However, penalty for premature withdrawal will not be applicable for FDs booked for a tenor of 7-14 days
Bulk Deposits (Fixed Rate) | Please contact our nearest branch for rate of interest and terms |
RBI Policy Repo Rate Linked Bulk Deposits (Non-Callable) |
Interest Rate structure for Structured Retail Asset (SRA) Products
RLLR SRA =6.75% for new loans w.e.f September 24, 2021
Plain Vanilla Home Loan | |
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Category | Rate of Interest |
Salaried/Self Employed Professional | 6.75%* - 8.40% |
Self Employed Non-Professional | 6.85%* - 9.90% |
Limited Period Offer*- Conditions Apply |
Home loan Top Up | |
---|---|
Housing purpose | HL ROI + 20 bps* |
Suvidha Top up (Non Housing purpose) | HL ROI + 75 bps |
Limited Period Offer*- Conditions Apply |
IDBI Neev (Plot Loan for House Construction) | Rate of Interest |
7.45% - 8.05% |
IDBI Neev 2.0 (Plot Loan for House Construction) | Rate of Interest |
7.75% - 8.35% |
Loan Against Property (LAP) | Rate of Interest |
---|---|
Residential Property | 8.10% - 9.10% |
Commercial Property | 8.60% - 9.35% |
Rate of Interest | 8.80% - 9.60% |
Auto Loan | |
---|---|
Credit vision score | Floating ROI |
801 and above | 7.35% |
776 to 800 | 7.45% |
741 to 775 | 7.55% |
700 to 740 | 7.95% |
-1 | 7.95% |
Below 700 | N A |
Non individual borrower | 7.95% |
Personal Loan Overdraft (Floating) | |
---|---|
Pension Account with overdraft facility (For retired IDBI Staff) | 8.15% |
Salary / Pension Account with overdraft facility (For others) | 10.90% |
Non-Vocational Courses including students who have secured admission under Management Quota | |
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Up to Rs.7.5 lakhs | 8.25% |
Above Rs. 7.5 lakhs | 8.75% |
Vocational/ Skill Development Courses | |
---|---|
All Amounts | 8.65% |
Loans for students studying in Premier Education Institutes (including ISB) | |
---|---|
All Amounts | 6.75 % |
Rate of Interest | 7.75% - 8.75% |
Fixed Rate LoansHome Loan
All loan Amounts | For 3 Year Tenor | For > 3 Year Tenor |
9.85% | 10.10% |
IDBI NEEV ( Plot Loan for House Construction) | Sanction Amount | RoI |
Up to Rs. 35 lakh | 10.00% | |
Above Rs. 35 lakh | 10.25% |
Loan for Commercial Property Purchase (LCPP)
Fixed for 5 years | 11.85% for PSL |
12.00% for Non PSL |
Loan Amount | Rate of interest (fixed) |
---|---|
Less than Rs. 50,000 | 5 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 50,000 to Rs.5 lakhs | 6 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 15 lakhs | 7 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 15 lakhs to Rs. 30 lakhs | 8 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 30 lakhs to Rs.50 lakhs | 9 % p.a. |
Four Wheeler (only for new vehicles)
Credit vision score | Rate of Interest |
---|---|
801 and above | 9.20% |
776 to 800 | 9.30% |
741 to 775 | 9.40% |
700 to 740 | 9.80% |
-1 | 9.80% |
Below 700 | N A |
Non-Individual Borrower | 9.80% |
Two Wheeler (High end bikes as per the product norm) | |
Existing customer (at least 3 months relationship) | 9.80% |
New customer | 9.90% |
Credit Vision Score | Payroll/Salary/Pension accounts with IDBI Bank | Employees of Central/State Government/ Public Sector Undertaking/ MNCs not having payroll/salary account with IDBI Bank | All other Salaried employees | Self Employed Professionals (SEP) having Asset/Liability relationship with IDBI Bank | Self Employed Non Professionals (SENP) having Asset/Liability relationship with IDBI Bank |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
801 &above | 9.50% | 10.00% | 12.00% | 12.25% | 12.50% |
776 to 800 | 9.75% | 10.25% | 12.25% | 12.75% | 13.00% |
740 to 775 | 10.75% | 11.25% | 13.25% | 13.75% | 14.00% |
700 to 739 | 11.75% | N.A. | N.A. | ||
-1 | 10.75% | N.A. |
For further details please contact your nearest Branch / Retail Asset Centre.sset Centre.
Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
Product | Approx. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) |
---|---|
Home Loan | 8.64% |
Loan Against Property | 10.29% |
Auto Loan | 9.37% |
Personal Loan | 13.59% |
Education Loan | 9.40% |
Options to invest your HSA funds
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Optum Bank offers a diverse set of mutual funds that average a four-star Morningstar rating and represent some of the lowest expense ratios in the industry. Once your HSA reaches the certain investment threshold, typically $2,000, you may choose to invest a portion of your HSA dollars in mutual funds.
Optum Bank mutual funds include:
- Vanguard funds
- Target date funds
- Lifestyle funds
When you set up your Optum Bank investment account, you can choose how you want the funds to be allocated among the available mutual funds. Our asset allocation calculator can help you decide which funds are right for you. There is no minimum initial investment amount required by mutual funds.
- You have the ability to transfer between funds and re-allocate balances
- You may set up automatic portfolio rebalancing
- If a qualified medical expense comes up, it’s easy to move money back to your HSA cash account to pay for it
After your account is established, you can change your investment elections, transfer funds and rebalance your account.
To start investing your HSA in mutual funds, simply follow these steps:
- Sign in to your HSA and set up your investment account by choosing the funds you want to invest in.
- Indicate the amount you want to transfer into your investment account. The minimum amount that can be transferred at one time is $100. So you will need to have a balance of $2,100 before you are eligible to invest (assuming $2,000 investment threshold).
- To make things easier, you can choose to set up recurring transfers/sweeps. This means that you can choose an amount and any time your account exceeds it, funds will be automatically transferred to your investment account. For example, if you choose $2,000 and your balance hits $2,500, $500 will be swept over to your investment account.
OR
Optum Bank is offering automated online advice and investing through Betterment, the largest independent online financial advisor. Betterment combines low-cost, tax-efficient investment strategies with technology and personalized advice to empower you to achieve your financial goals.
Betterment starts by gaining an understanding of your HSA investment goals. For example, you may be using your HSA to save for medical costs during retirement or to be prepared to pay for expenses now and in the near future. Once Betterment understands your goals, they will build you a personalized portfolio with a risk level and investments mix that suits your needs. And if you'd like to adjust that mix, you can. The Betterment portfolio is a globally diversified mix of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), chosen to help earn better returns at various levels of risk.
When the time comes to use the invested HSA funds, Betterment automatically sells the right investments, allowing you to access your funds for eligible medical expenses without the hassle of needing to choose which investments to sell. Betterment knows it sometimes takes multiple accounts to save for a goal and can provide holistic advice across all accounts — including combined external accounts like employer-sponsored 401ks — so you can easily track your progress and they can help you maximize your after-tax retirement income.
To start investing your HSA in digitally managed investments with Betterment, simply follow these steps:
- Sign in to your HSA, navigate to Investment Options, and answer a few questions to help Betterment gain a better understanding of your goals and risk level to create a personalized portfolio for your HSA assets.
- Choose the initial amount you want to transfer to your Betterment account. Set up Auto-Transfers so that any funds over the threshold of your choice will automatically be invested and managed by Betterment.
- If you need your funds to cover a qualified medical expense, Betterment automatically sells the right investments, making it easy for you.
- Finally, Betterment will provide options for aggregating your other investment and retirement accounts to help maximize your after-tax retirement income, if you choose to do so.
OR

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As the name suggests, tax-free savings accounts (TFSAs) offer a tax break on contribution income—meaning that, unlike with a regular savings account or non-registered investment account, what you earn inside your TFSA isn’t taxed, even when you make a withdrawal. TFSAsare flexible, too, allowing you to hold cash, guaranteed investment certificates (GICs), stocks, bonds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or mutual funds, so you can tailor your account to different financial strategies and goals. The TFSA contribution limit for 2021 is $6,000, but keep in mind that if you qualified to make a contribution in 2020, but didn’t that contribution room is still available to you. For those who turned 18 in the year 2009 or prior, the lifetime contribution limit is $75,500.
Watch: What is a TFSAThe best TFSA accounts in Canada for 2021
Read on to learn the basics about TFSAs and browse the best TFSA rates and accounts for Canadians to determine which account suits your needs best. These accounts have been listed based on their individual rates of return, security and other benefits.
Best TFSA savings accounts
EQ Bank TFSA Savings Account*
EQ Bank offers a TFSA savings account that holds different types of investments with a 1.25% return—currently the highest regular interest rate on any savings account in Canada, and even managing to beat out the limited-time promotional offers by the big banks. With this account, there are no fees on withdrawals or deposits. Not only will your savings grow faster without fees, but as with any other TFSA, the gains won’t be taxed. That makes this a really safe way to save conservatively. Note that with EQ Bank, you can only have one TFSA account open at a time and hold a maximum of $200,000 in your account.
EQ Bank is a subsidiary of Equitable Bank, which was established in 1970 and is Canada’s ninth-largest bank, with billions of dollars under management. This TFSA, like all of EQ Bank’s accounts, is CDIC-insured, meaning that your funds up to $100,000 are federally protected. EQ Bank is not available to residents of Quebec.
- Interest rate: 1.25%
- Minimum balance: None
- Withdrawals: Free
- Insurance: CDIC
Open an EQ Bank TFSA Savings Account*
Honourable mentions:
Bank | Interest rate | Insurance |
Steinbach Credit Union | 1.35% | DGCM |
Alterna Bank | 0.90% | CDIC |
motusbank | 1.25% | CDIC |
Alterna Bank TFSA eSavings Account
For those comfortable doing their banking online, what Alterna lacks in brick-and-mortar branches, it makes up for with an above-average 0.90% interest rate. With no fees, no minimum investment, and simple “me-to-me” transfers that allow deposits whenever there’s a bit of extra cash around, this TFSA makes it easy for students to sock away savings. Because the account is CDIC-insured up to $100,000, you can sleep well knowing your principal remains safe.
motusbank TFSA Savings Account
If you’re unfamiliar with this institution’s name, don’t let that get in the way of you banking with them. Although motusbank is a relative newcomer in the list of Canadian online banks, it’s owned and operated by Meridian Credit Union, which has been around for 75 years.
With a regular interest rate of 1.25%, the motusbank TFSA Savings Account offers a high rate of return and zero risk. There is no minimum balance, no monthly fees and deposits are insured by CDIC up to $100,000. (Note: motusbank accounts are not available for residents of Quebec.)
If the stock market climbs and your money’s not invested in it, your portfolio may miss out on all those gains. If you aren’t reliant on income-earning investments and have the stomach to tolerate the stock market’s turbulence, robo advisors and online brokerages make great investment tools.
Best robo-advisors for simplified TFSA investing
Questwealth Portfolios*
Investing can be intimidating. If you want to grow your money without having to worry about buying and selling individual stocks and ETFs, a robo-advisor can help. When you sign up for Questrade, you’ll complete a short questionnaire that measures your risk tolerance and investing interests, such as whether you want socially responsible investments (SRIs). For example, the most conservative portfolio has 80% allocated to fixed-income and cash investments. Your principal is not protected as it would be within a GIC or a savings account, but it’s automatically rebalanced to retain diversification with market changes. Other portfolios can be more aggressive with higher risk, but also come with the possibility of higher returns. Once you choose your portfolio, Questwealth does the rest.
Robo-advisors charge much lower management fees than traditional brokerages, and Questwealth is one of the most affordable at 0.25% (on balances of $1,000 to $99,999) to 0.20% (for a balance of $100,000 or more). This means you keep more of the stock market gains in your pocket. As with any investment, if your stocks fall, so will your balance.
Get more information about Questwealth Portfolios*
Wealthsimple Invest*
Like other robo-advisors, Wealthsimple offers a streamlined and automatic way to invest without prior investing expertise, but it stands out for its super-sleek and easy-to-use interface. Wealthsimple Invest* uses Nobel Prize-winning research to power its low-fee portfolios and passive investing principles. Both rebalance and dividend reinvestment are automated and with the round-up feature, you can invest spare change left over from your everyday spending. Wealthsimple portfolios cover three broad risk levels—conservative, balance and growth—and they offer socially responsible and halal investing options. (Read for more on halal investing.) Wealthsimple Invest’s management fees start at 0.5% for deposits of $100,000 or less, and go down to 0.4% on deposits of more than $100,000.
Get more information about Wealthsimple Invest*
Best for trading stocks and ETFs tax-free:
Questrade*
If you’re comfortable trading individual stocks and ETFs on your own, Questrade (not to be confused with the robo-advisor Questwealth) is a low-fee online brokerage that can empower you to do just that. Questrade accounts can be opened for as little as $1,000. There are no fees for purchasing ETFs and buying/selling stocks has a very low commission at just $0.01 per share (or a minimum of $4.95 up to a max of $9.95). This compares very favourably to the flat $9.95 per trade many other online brokerages will bill you. Questrade charges no annual or quarterly admin fees and no low activity fees.
Get more information about Questrade*
Wealthsimple Trade*
Weathsimple Trade is the online brokerage of Wealthsimple, and it allows you to trade individual ETFs and stocks on your own in a registered TFSA. The biggest selling point is that there are no commissions on trades. It’s a game changing feature—you won’t owe trading fees when buying or selling shares. However, unlike some other brokerages, such as Questrade, you will have to pay a foreign exchange fee when trading American equities. Plus, Wealthsimple Trade* doesn’t let you trade mutual funds or lacks any analytics features. If you want to take investing into your own hands, Wealthsimple Trade* is an easy and affordable option, but know that it is a mobile-only platform. (See our full review of Wealthsimple’s financial products.)
Open a Wealthsimple Trade account* >
Best for trading mutual funds tax-free
Qtrade*
Qtrade* has been recognized for its outstanding customer service, investing tools and analytics. But it also stands out because it lets you purchase mutual funds for free. Neither Questrade nor Wealthsimple Trade offer this complimentary service. However, the commission on ETF and stock trades is slightly pricier at $8.75 per trade for most investors, and there is a $25 quarterly administrative fee. Although both can be waived depending on your age and investment activity. While we at MoneySense are big advocates of ETF trading, if you’re first and foremost interested in mutual funds, Qtrade is the way to go.
A note-worthy perk: When new and existing clients open a new Qtrade account and deposit/transfer at least $15,000 in assets (by March, 2022), they can earn up to $2,000 cash back.
Get more information about Qtrade* >
What exactly is a tax-free savings account?
A TFSA is an investment account that’s sponsored by the government. If you’re a Canadian over the age of 18, you’re eligible to save or invest in a TFSA up to a certain amount annually ($6,000 for 2021), and unused contribution room can be rolled over into future years. A TFSA is a tax shelter; it gives every Canadian of the age of majority some savings or investment room to earn, tax-free.
Some confusion arises from the fact that, despite the name, not every TFSA is a traditional savings account. While you can put cash money into a high-interest savings account or other savings vehicle within a TFSA, it can also hold investments like stocks or bonds, mutual funds, GICs or ETFs. In this way, a TFSA is similar to a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), with the exception that with the TFSA you do not pay tax on the earnings after you make a withdrawal. On the other hand, where you can claim RRSP contributions as deductible on your income tax return, that perk isn’t applicable to TFSA contributions.
TFSAs are incredibly flexible. So, you can use them to save for retirement (handy if you’ve used all your available RRSP contribution room), but also for a car, a wedding, a vacation or something else entirely. Purchase the TFSA product of your choice when you register for the account, and let it earn and grow. When you’ve accumulated the amount you want, you’re free to withdraw it, without penalty and without paying tax.
Let’s break this down: If you invested $1,000 in a TFSA and that money grew to $5,000, you would have earned $4,000 tax-free. After you make any withdrawal, you regain that exact amount of contribution room inside your TFSA, up to your lifetime limit.
For retirees, or others whose benefits may be clawed back if their income exceeds a certain level, there’s an additional bonus: Money withdrawn from a TFSA does not count as income, so it will not negatively affect Canada Pension Plan payments or other income-tied benefits.
It’s one of the most beneficial and flexible financial products available, and without cost as long as you stay within your contribution limits (over-payments will incur a 1% per month charge on the excess).
What is the TFSA limit?
The TFSA contribution limit is the maximum amount you are able to hold in your TFSAs, without penalty. (If you contribute more, you will be taxed equal to 1% monthly of the highest excess TFSA amount in the month, until you take it out of the account.) For 2021, if you have never before deposited money into a TFSA, this limit is $75,500. If you have previously contributed, you can calculate your lifetime contribution by subtracting from this limit. Any income earned on the account is not counted toward the limit. See below to find out the contribution limit for each year, including 2021.
When did the TFSA program start in Canada?
The TFSA was introduced by Canadian Minister of Finance Jim Flaherty in 2008, as part of the 2009 federal budget. The program went into effect on January 1, 2009, when individuals 18 years of age or older, with a valid social insurance number, could begin making contributions. The program’s original intent was to help Canadians save for a new car, renovate a house, start a small business or take a family vacation. But since the launch, it has grown into a way to save for a wide variety of reasons, including longer-term financial goals, like retirement. As of 2021, an estimated 15 million Canadians have a TFSA.
Should I use a TFSA or an RRSP?
The main difference between a TFSA and an RRSP is how they are taxed. This means that when you withdraw money from a TFSA, you are not taxed. With RRSPs, the money is taxed on withdrawal.
With this in mind, you might be wondering why anyone would choose an RRSP. The answer lies, again, in the tax structure. When you put money into a TFSA, you do not receive a tax credit. But you do with an RRSP, and when you use it correctly, this credit can be a powerful tool. If, for example, you earn enough money to just break into a higher tax bracket, you could contribute to an RRSP and get an exemption that would bring you back into a lower bracket. Very likely, you’ll be in a lower tax bracket when you need to withdraw those RRSP funds in retirement, resulting in a lower lifetime tax bill.
As with all things investing, it’s usually a good idea to diversify. Both TFSAs and RRSPs have their uses as investment products.
Can you have more than one TFSA?
Yes, you can have more than one TFSA. But it’s important to note that in the government’s eyes, it’s like one account, in that your TFSA contribution room doesn’t change. The TFSA limit is the limit. That said, it can be a good idea to diversify your TFSA, like you would with your other investments. You can use one TFSA like a savings account and keep the money accessible and liquid as “cash.” And you can use another TFSA for investments, like GICs, stocks, ETFs or other types of investments. One caveat, though: Avoid withdrawing money from one TFSA to deposit to another. Instead, let the institution transfer the funds for you, so you don’t accidentally make a deposit that could count toward reducing your contribution room.
How do you open a second or third TFSA? It’s the same process as opening your first TFSA. At a minimum, you’ll need to supply your social insurance number and date of birth, but you may also be asked for supporting documents, such as a birth certificate and tax return. Many TFSA products can be opened online. You simply identify the TFSA product you want—like a savings account, GIC or fund—and apply at the financial institution that offers it.
Which type of TFSA is right for me?
The very best TFSA for your particular needs will depend on some factors, including our savings goals, your timeline and your appetite for risk. Some TFSA savings accounts (as opposed to mutual funds, for example) offer strong promotional introductory rates which might help kick-start an account, but in general they’re best for risk-averse investors trying to reach medium- to long-term goals. Your personal comfort with risk will inform the type of TFSAs you invest in. TFSAs in the stock market are inherently riskier than GICs, for example, and may require substantial trading knowledge. Other factors to consider include whether there are any fees or account charges.
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TD Canada Trust offers you the option of a High Interest TFSA Savings Account or GICs and Term Deposits within a TFSA. Both protect your principal investment and offer predictable returns.
High Interest TFSA Savings Account
The High Interest TFSA Savings Account puts you in control of your money.
It offers you –
- A competitive interest rate so you can enjoy tax-free growth in a high-yield registered savings account
- Steady, predictable returns
- Flexible access to your money
- The convenience of Pre-Authorized Transfer Service
- Eligibility for coverage under the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC)
GICs, Term Deposits and your TFSA
If you’re looking for guaranteed principal and interest in a low-risk investment, then Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) and Term Deposits could be the right fit for your TFSA.
- You get a solid, secure investment with no surprises
- Your principal is fully protected, and interest rates are guaranteed1
- You have the comfort of steady, predictable investment returns
- You can choose from a full range of terms, as well as innovative features that combine premium rates with investment flexibility
- Your investments are eligible for coverage under the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC)
Ask about our Market Growth GICs2
- Returns on Market Growth GICs are linked to changes in leading stock market indices
- Market Growth GICs provide growth potential while guaranteeing your principal
To open a TD Canada Trust TFSA, simply visit any TD Canada Trust branch, call 1-866-222-3456 or apply online now.
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Joint Account Access Letter To whom it may concern: (Insert Name of Borrower) has 100% access and use of funds in joint account(s): Account 1: Name of Bank:_____ Jul 07, 2021 · A joint checking account is a bank account with permissions for more than one person to manage deposits, withdrawals, and account changes. You can open a joint bank account with three people, four people, five people or even more. Bank, and PNC Bank. Get the Best Rate for Your Deposit. PNC. The live chat is surprisingly quick and efficient. This type of ownership is called joint tenancy with rights of survivorship (JTWRS). Anyone who is an account holder on a joint checking account has the right to any money kept in that account and typically must report that money on things like financing applications. No Fee Checking Account Options. Apr 28, 2021 · Joint Bank Account Rules on Death. 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Overview
As per RBI mandate, Savings Bank interest will be calculated on the daily balances maintained in your account, at a rate of interest decided by the Bank from time to time.
Savings Bank Rate (w.e.f. October 25 ,2021)
Saving Balance | Rate of Interest (% p.a.) |
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Upto Rs. 5 Cr | 3.00 |
Above Rs.5 Cr up to Rs.100 Cr | 3.25 |
Above Rs. 100 Cr | 3.35 |
With effect from February 1,2021, Interest Rate on Savings Deposits is calculated basis incremental balance slabs.
Base Rate (w.e.f. April 12,2019) | 9.65% |
Current BPLR (w.e.f. April 12,2019) | 14.15% |
Tenor | MCLR |
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Overnight MCLR | 6.90% |
One Month MCLR (1M) | 6.95% |
Three Month MCLR (Q) | 7.05% |
Six Month MCLR (HY) | 7.25% |
One year MCLR (Y) | 7.60% |
Two Year MCLR (2Y) | 8.10% |
Three Year MCLR (3Y) | 8.60% |
The Bank pays interest on deposits as per various deposit schemes. Interest Rates are revised from time to time and made known to public. Revised interest rates are applicable only to the renewals and fresh deposits while existing deposit continue to get interest at the contracted rate
Interest Rate (% p.a.) | ||
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Retail Term Deposits (< 2 Cr) | ||
Maturity Slab | General customers | Sr. Citizen |
0-6 Days | NA | NA |
07-14 days | 2.70 | 3.20 |
15-30 days | 2.70 | 3.20 |
31-45 days | 2.80 | 3.30 |
46- 60 days | 3.00 | 3.50 |
61-90 days | 3.00 | 3.50 |
91-6 months | 3.50 | 4.00 |
6 months 1 day to 270 days | 4.30 | 4.80 |
271 days upto< 1 year | 4.30 | 4.80 |
1 year | 5.05 | 5.55 |
> 1 year - 2 years | 5.15 | 5.65 |
>2 years to < 3 years | 5.20 | 5.70 |
3 years to to < 5years | 5.40 | 5.90 |
5 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
> 5 years - 7 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
>7 years - 10 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
>10 years - 20 years* | 4.80 | 5.30 |
Tax Saving FD | ||
5 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
$ Maturity bucket is eligible only for deposits from following beneficiaries (with effect from January 1st, 2021).
1- Awards from Motor Accident Tribunal / Courts / Other Judicial/ Statutory Bodies
2- Specific Cases of margin money for Bank Guarantees
General Terms & Conditions:
- Tenure for NRO Term Deposit is 07 days to10 years.
- Tenure for NRE Term Deposit is 1 year to 10 years.
- Staff & Sr. Citizen rates are not applicable to NRO & NRE Term Deposits.
- No interest is paid if the deposit is held for the tenure of below 7 days, the minimum period for Term Deposits as per RBI guidelines.
- Interest payable on prematurely withdrawn deposits will be the rate applicable for the amount and the period for which the deposit remained with the Bank (rate applicable for that tenure on the original date of the deposit). To illustrate as an example, if a deposit is placed for 5 years and after 1 year the depositor wants to close the deposit prematurely, then the interest rate applied will be the rate which was applicable for one year on the original date of deposit.
- Bank will levy a penalty of 1%, on the applicable rate for deposits closed prematurely. Such closures include the withdrawals through sweep-ins and partial withdrawals as well.
Applicable to FRTDs opened | up to October 30, 2018 | wef November 1, 2018 | |
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Auction undertaken by RBI during Quarter | 91-Days Treasury Bill | 364-Days Treasury Bill | Anchor Rate applicable for Quarter |
Apr 1 - Jun 30, 2019 | 6.34 | 6.24 | Jul 1 - Sept 30, 2019 |
Jul1 - Sept 30, 2019 | 5.82 | 5.55 | Oct1 - Dec 31, 2019 |
Oct1 - Dec 31, 2019 | 5.27 | 5.05 | Jan 1-Mar 31, 2020 |
Jan 1-Mar 31, 2020 | 5.22 | 5.00 | Apr 01-Jun 30, 2020 |
Apr 01-Jun 30, 2020 | 3.77 | 3.54 | Jul 01-Sept 30, 2020 |
Jul 01-Sept 30, 2020 | 3.54 | 3.24 | Oct 01-Dec 31, 2020 |
Oct 01-Dec 31, 2020 | 3.45 | 3.12 | Jan 01-Mar 31, 2021 |
Jan 01-Mar 31, 2021 | 3.71 | 3.27 | Apr 01-Jun 30, 2021 |
Apr 01-Jun 30, 2021 | 3.77 | 3.39 | Jul 01-Sept 30, 2021 |
Between Jul 01-Sept 30,2021 | 3.69 | 3.37 | Between Oct 01-Dec 31, 2021 |
Anchor Rates are Average of Weighted Avg. Yield of Auction of 91 Days and 364 days TB undertaken by RBI during the calendar quarter
A) Applicable for New FRTD accounts opened after Nov 01,2018With effect from Oct 01, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021 ( 91 -T Bill)
Tenor (Years) | Anchor Rate (%) | Mark -up on average rate (%) | Effective rate for FRTD(%) | Senior Citizen (%) |
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1 | 3.37 | 0.50 | 3.87 | 4.37 |
2 | 3.37 | 0.50 | 3.87 | 4.37 |
3 | 3.37 | 0.50 | 3.87 | 4.37 |
5 | 3.37 | 0.40 | 3.77 | 4.27 |
7 | 3.37 | 0.20 | 3.57 | 4.07 |
10 | 3.37 | 0.20 | 3.57 | 4.07 |
>10 – 20 $ | 3.37 | 0.10 | 3.47 | 3.97 |
Rate with effect from Oct 01, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021 ( 364 -T Bill)
Tenor (Years) | Anchor Rate (%) | Mark -up on average rate (%) | Effective rate for FRTD(%) | Senior Citizen (%) |
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1 | 3.69 | 1.00 | 4.69 | 5.19 |
2 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
3 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
5 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
7 | 3.69 | 0.75 | 4.44 | 4.94 |
10 | 3.69 | 1.00 | 4.69 | 5.19 |
>10 – 20 | 3.69 | 0.65 | 4.34 | 4.84 |
Rate with effect from Oct 01, 2021 to Dec 31, 2021 ( 364 -T Bill)
Tenor (Years) | Anchor Rate (%) | Mark -up on average rate (%) | Effective rate for FRTD(%) | Senior Citizen (%) |
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1 | 3.69 | 1.00 | 4.69 | 5.19 |
2 | 3.69 | 1.10 | 4.79 | 5.29 |
3 | 3.69 | 1.25 | 4.94 | 5.44 |
5 | 3.69 | 1.25 | 4.94 | 5.44 |
7 | 3.69 | 1.35 | 5.04 | 5.54 |
10 | 3.69 | 1.40 | 5.09 | 5.59 |
Terms & Conditions
- Interest Payment - The interest on the deposit is payable quarterly on the last day of each quarter.
- Interest Reset - Every 3 months, coinciding with calendar quarters - on April 1, July 1, October 1 and January 1 every year.
- Minor's account - A minor alone cannot open an FRTD as the maturity amount cannot be determined at the time of opening the FRTD. Minor’s account to be can opened jointly with his/her guardian only.
- Tax deduction at source - TDS applicable as per prevalent rules & regulations.
- Premature Withdrawal -
- a) Minimum Lock-in period: one year; No premature withdrawal up to one year.
- b) After one year, the rate applicable, in the event of premature withdrawal, would be the average benchmark rate of the immediate preceding quarter with the mark up of applicable preceding tenorless 1% penalty e.g. If the depositor books deposit for 2 years and requests for a pre closure after 1year and 110 days the applicable rate would be the average benchmark of the preceding quarter of the last quarter the deposit had remained with the Bank (as applicable for the relevant quarter) plus the mark up of 1 year.
- c) The calculation of interest shall be as per extant guidelines for term deposit carrying fixed rate.
- Senior Citizen - Senior Citizens will be paid interest at 50 basis point higher that applicable FRTD rate.
Disclaimer - The mark-up would be revised at the Bank's discretion. The revised mark-up would be applicable only for fresh and renewal of existing deposits.
w.e.f. August 16, 2021 | |
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Normal Retail Rate | 5.25 |
Senior Citizens | 5.75 |
Systematic Savings Plan (SSP /SSP Plus)**** (w.e.f. August 16, 2021)
Maturity Slab | Interest Rate (% p.a.) | |
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NORMAL | SR. CITIZEN | |
1 year | 5.05 | 5.55 |
> 1 year - 2 years | 5.15 | 5.65 |
>2 years to < 3 years | 5.20 | 5.70 |
3 years to to < 5years | 5.40 | 5.90 |
5 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
> 5 years - 7 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
>7 years - 10 years | 5.25 | 5.75 |
Interest payable on Premature Withdrawal of Term Deposits Interest payable on prematurely withdrawn deposits will be the rate applicable for the amount and the period for which the deposit remained with the Bank (rate applicable for that tenure on the original date of the deposit) For such premature withdrawals, including sweep-ins and partial withdrawals, the Bank will levy a penalty of 1%, on the applicable rate.
1. For Bulk Deposits of Rs. 2 crore and above, upto Rs. 5 crore (w.e.f. April 16 2021)
Maturity Slabs | Rate of Interest (% p.a.) |
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0-6 Days | NA |
07-14 days | 2.50 |
15-30 days | 2.50 |
31-45 days | 2.75 |
46- 60 days | 2.75 |
61-90 days | 2.90 |
91-6 months | 2.90 |
6 months 1 day to 270 days | 3.00 |
271 days upto< 1 year | 3.10 |
1 year | 3.50 |
> 1 year - 2 years | 3.50 |
>2 years to < 3 years | 3.75 |
3 years to < 5 years | 3.75 |
5 years | 3.75 |
> 5 years - 7 years | 3.75 |
>7 years - 10 years | 3.75 |
Interest payable on prematurely withdrawn deposits will be the rate applicable for the amount and the period for which the deposit remained with the Bank (rate applicable for that tenure on the original date of the deposit)
For such premature withdrawals, including sweep-ins and partial withdrawals, the Bank will levy a penalty of 1%, on the applicable rate. However, penalty for premature withdrawal will not be applicable for FDs booked for a tenor of 7-14 days
Bulk Deposits (Fixed Rate) | Please contact our nearest branch for rate of interest and terms |
RBI Policy Repo Rate Linked Bulk Deposits (Non-Callable) |
Interest Rate structure for Structured Retail Asset (SRA) Products
RLLR SRA =6.75% for new loans w.e.f September 24, 2021
Plain Vanilla Home Loan | |
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Category | Rate of Interest |
Salaried/Self Employed Professional | 6.75%* - 8.40% |
Self Employed Non-Professional | 6.85%* - 9.90% |
Limited Period Offer*- Conditions Apply |
Home loan Top Up | |
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Housing purpose | HL ROI + 20 bps* |
Suvidha Top up (Non Housing purpose) | HL ROI + 75 bps |
Limited Period Offer*- Conditions Apply |
IDBI Neev (Plot Loan for House Construction) | Rate of Interest |
7.45% - 8.05% |
IDBI Neev 2.0 (Plot Loan for House Construction) | Rate of Interest |
7.75% - 8.35% |
Loan Against Property (LAP) | Rate of Interest |
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Residential Property | 8.10% - 9.10% |
Commercial Property | 8.60% - 9.35% |
Rate of Interest | 8.80% - 9.60% |
Auto Loan | |
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Credit vision score | Floating ROI |
801 and above | 7.35% |
776 to 800 | 7.45% |
741 to 775 | 7.55% |
700 to 740 | 7.95% |
-1 | 7.95% |
Below 700 | N A |
Non individual borrower | 7.95% |
Personal Loan Overdraft (Floating) | |
---|---|
Pension Account with overdraft facility (For retired IDBI Staff) | 8.15% |
Salary / Pension Account with overdraft facility (For others) | 10.90% |
Non-Vocational Courses including students who have secured admission under Management Quota | |
---|---|
Up to Rs.7.5 lakhs | 8.25% |
Above Rs. 7.5 lakhs | 8.75% |
Vocational/ Skill Development Courses | |
---|---|
All Amounts | 8.65% |
Loans for students studying in Premier Education Institutes (including ISB) | |
---|---|
All Amounts | 6.75 % |
Rate of Interest | 7.75% - 8.75% |
Fixed Rate LoansHome Loan
All loan Amounts | For 3 Year Tenor | For > 3 Year Tenor |
9.85% | 10.10% |
IDBI NEEV ( Plot Loan for House Construction) | Sanction Amount | RoI |
Up to Rs. 35 lakh | 10.00% | |
Above Rs. 35 lakh | 10.25% |
Loan for Commercial Property Purchase (LCPP)
Fixed for 5 years | 11.85% for PSL |
12.00% for Non PSL |
Loan Amount | Rate of interest (fixed) |
---|---|
Less than Rs. 50,000 | 5 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 50,000 to Rs.5 lakhs | 6 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 15 lakhs | 7 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 15 lakhs to Rs. 30 lakhs | 8 % p.a. |
Above Rs. 30 lakhs to Rs.50 lakhs | 9 % p.a. |
Four Wheeler (only for new vehicles)
Credit vision score | Rate of Interest |
---|---|
801 and above | 9.20% |
776 to 800 | 9.30% |
741 to 775 | 9.40% |
700 to 740 | 9.80% |
-1 | 9.80% |
Below 700 | N A |
Non-Individual Borrower | 9.80% |
Two Wheeler (High end bikes as per the product norm) | |
Existing customer (at least 3 months relationship) | 9.80% |
New customer | 9.90% |
Credit Vision Score | Payroll/Salary/Pension accounts with IDBI Bank | Employees of Central/State Government/ Public Sector Undertaking/ MNCs not having payroll/salary account with IDBI Bank | All other Salaried employees | Self Employed Professionals (SEP) having Asset/Liability relationship with IDBI Bank | Self Employed Non Professionals (SENP) having Asset/Liability relationship with IDBI Bank |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
801 &above | 9.50% | 10.00% | 12.00% | 12.25% | 12.50% |
776 to 800 | 9.75% | 10.25% | 12.25% | 12.75% | 13.00% |
740 to 775 | 10.75% | 11.25% | 13.25% | 13.75% | 14.00% |
700 to 739 | 11.75% | N.A. | N.A. | ||
-1 | 10.75% | N.A. |
For further details please contact your nearest Branch / Retail Asset Centre.sset Centre.
Annual Percentage Rate (APR)
Product | Approx. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) |
---|---|
Home Loan | 8.64% |
Loan Against Property | 10.29% |
Auto Loan | 9.37% |
Personal Loan | 13.59% |
Education Loan | 9.40% |
Options to invest your HSA funds
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Optum Bank offers a diverse set of mutual funds that average a four-star Morningstar rating and represent some of the lowest expense ratios in the industry. Once your HSA reaches the certain investment threshold, typically $2,000, you may choose to invest a portion of your HSA dollars in mutual funds.
Optum Bank mutual funds include:
- Vanguard funds
- Target date funds
- Lifestyle funds
When you set up your Optum Bank investment account, you can choose how you want the funds to be allocated among the available mutual funds. Our asset allocation calculator can help you decide which funds are right for you. There is no minimum initial investment amount required by mutual funds.
- You have the ability to transfer between funds and re-allocate balances
- You may set up automatic portfolio rebalancing
- If a qualified medical expense comes up, it’s easy to move money back to your HSA cash account to pay for it
After your account is established, you can change your investment elections, transfer funds and rebalance your account.
To start investing your HSA in mutual funds, simply follow these steps:
- Sign in to your HSA and set up your investment account by choosing the funds you want to invest in.
- Indicate the amount you want to transfer into your investment account. The minimum amount that can be transferred at one time is $100. So you will need to have a balance of $2,100 before you are eligible to invest (assuming $2,000 investment threshold).
- To make things easier, you can choose to set up recurring transfers/sweeps. This means that you can choose an amount and any time your account exceeds it, funds will be automatically transferred to your investment account. For example, if you choose $2,000 and your balance hits $2,500, $500 will be swept over to your investment account.
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Optum Bank is offering automated online advice and investing through Betterment, the largest independent online financial advisor. Betterment combines low-cost, tax-efficient investment strategies with technology and personalized advice to empower you to achieve your financial goals.
Betterment starts by gaining an understanding of your HSA investment goals. For example, you may be using your HSA to save for medical costs during retirement or to be prepared to pay for expenses now and in the near future. Once Betterment understands your goals, they will build you a personalized portfolio with a risk level and investments mix that suits your needs. And if you'd like to adjust that mix, you can. The Betterment portfolio is a globally diversified mix of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), chosen to help earn better returns at various levels of risk.
When the time comes to use the invested HSA funds, Betterment automatically sells the right investments, allowing you to access your funds for eligible medical expenses without the hassle of needing to choose which investments to sell. Betterment knows it sometimes takes multiple accounts to save for a goal and can provide holistic advice across all accounts — including combined external accounts like employer-sponsored 401ks — so you can easily track your progress and they can help you maximize your after-tax retirement income.
To start investing your HSA in digitally managed investments with Betterment, simply follow these steps:
- Sign in to your HSA, navigate to Investment Options, and answer a few questions to help Betterment gain a better understanding of your goals and risk level to create a personalized portfolio for your HSA assets.
- Choose the initial amount you want to transfer to your Betterment account. Set up Auto-Transfers so that any funds over the threshold of your choice will automatically be invested and managed by Betterment.
- If you need your funds to cover a qualified medical expense, Betterment automatically sells the right investments, making it easy for you.
- Finally, Betterment will provide options for aggregating your other investment and retirement accounts to help maximize your after-tax retirement income, if you choose to do so.
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