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3.2 Savings Account

Set up a separate savings account. If you mingle your savings with your regular cheque account, you'll almost certainly dip into your savings and may never pay them back. Having your savings in a separate account is a constant reminder that these funds are earmarked for your future, and watching the balance grow is rewarding and motivating. Most banks now offer two types of savings accounts; Everyday Savings usually pay a comparatively basic rate of interest, but with fees that allow access on an everyday basis. Premium savings accounts usually pay bonus interest for no withdraws as an incentive to save. They tend to pay twice the rate of interest of Everyday Savings accounts.

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: ASB Accelerater Account
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: www.sorted.org.nz