r/HighYieldSavings

Highest HYSA without max limit to park 100k

Apparently, my parents (75) have 150k in WF savings accounts, literally getting .1%

That's right.1 not 1%. I had no idea about this.

He doesn't want to put it in high div stocks like jepi. I explained that is what i have done for mine. So i have to find HYSA. I found a few with 10k max at 6% but nothing above 4.5% without any max limit.

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u/thishitisgettingold — 20 hours ago
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Confused on what to do with my savings.

Hello, I’m just wondering on a good hysa. I have Amex right now but I know there are better options but I really don’t know what to do. I tried to do a Robinhood account but it showed me some investing stuff. I just want a good high rate on a hysa account and nothing else. Are there any good options for me? I’m active duty also.

I hear stuff about Marcus and capital one im rlly lost.

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u/Sufficient_Row5346 — 1 day ago

What do yall think of Marcus by Golden Sachs as a savings account?

I’ve been searching a trustworthy savings account bank with high yield to put my money in and apparently Marcus is a really good one but I see other people talking about capital one or ally or Axis.

What’s yall opinion and which one yall recommend me to use?

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u/Large_Cartoonist2327 — 2 days ago

Which HYSA, is a HYSA right for me?

Hi everyone, I am sitting at around 10k that I would like to put in a high yield savings account. I am unsure if this is the best idea for me which is why I am posting. I am in a gifted position in terms of the job I have, I plan on buying a new truck whenever my current vehicle starts nickel and diming me. With this being said I have roughly 10k that is just sitting in a regular savings account doing nothing and it will continue to grow through my paychecks. I am looking for a way to just “park” my savings and keep adding to it while having the money easily accessible for when my current car “goes”.

With this being said ive seen plenty of people talk about transferring a lump-some of money into a HYSA and getting monthly interest paid out to them. Is this really how it works? Is an online bank like SoFi or Ally thats FDIC insured actually trustworthy or is it better to get a lower rate at a bank like Capitol One that has physical branches.

What is the customer support like with these online banks? Should I be worried about a scam/shady business?

Can opening an account affect your credit?
What kind of minimums/fees could I expect from an HYSA?

Side note: I already have savings in a money market but I would like to open something like a HYSA so that I could withdraw the money on somewhat short notice without taking a large penalty or risking withdrawal at a low point.

Any input or feedback is greatly appreciated, thank you!

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u/pogo827262 — 3 days ago

wanting to find a bank any recommendations will help

looking to open a checking account I've previously used Huntington and pnc and have had problems with them. I'm wanting to have a have online access, no fees or overdraft fees, just wanting something similar. just a safe bank that keeps my money safe and still able to use it for everyday spendings and also has a savings account. was considering capital one as i already have a credit card threw them but just wanting options. also maybe pros and cons would be helpful as well .thank you.

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u/Big-Win-6104 — 3 days ago
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Need help figuring out a HYSA for when I leave to college.

I currently have money sitting in a local bank which I’ll keep for my checking account, but would like to move most my money to a high yield savings account for when I leave. Any body have recommendations? I found some high apy ones that sound good, but I’ve heard that’s not all you would want. I need some advice. Thank you! I’ll be moving about 5000 originally.

Here are some I was looking at.

Bread Savings 3.95% APY
$100 minimum to open
&0 minimum to earn APY
$0 monthly fee

EverBank Performance Savings 3.90% APY
$0 minimum to open
$0 minimum to earn APY
$0 monthly fee
Main catch, Advertised rate says it’s for new accounts and I don’t know if it stays that way.

Western Alliance High-Yield Savings Premier 3.80% APY
$500 minimum to open
$0.01 minimum to earn APY
$0 monthly fee
Main catch, Transfers can take longer

Openbank High Yield Savings 3.80% APY
$500 minimum to open
$500 minimum to earn APY
$0 monthly fee
Main catch, $500 opening requirement

CIT Platinum Savings 3.75% APY
$100 minimum to open
$5,000 minimum to earn 3.75% APY
$0 monthly fee
Main catch, Balances under $5,000 get very low apy

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u/knotlegend2 — 4 days ago

21 M college nursing student, I will graduate debt-free, and I am sitting on $10,000 in checking, doing nothing. I have a few questions...

  1. I have a debit account with a bank that I never use since I only use credit cards. Should I close the account?

  2. My other bank has my savings in a checking account doing nothing, and they do not offer a HYSA. Should I completely transfer the money to an online HYSA with someone like AMEX and close that account as well, or should I find a local branch where I live to do it with? The local banks with HYSAs do not offer the high APY like the big online banks.

  3. I have a Roth online with Fidelity, but I have not utilized it at since I have no idea what to invest in.

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u/theman3980 — 4 days ago

What’s the best online bank you’ve actually had a good experience with?

My current bank just added another fee and I'm really done with it now. I mostly just want something checking and savings accounts good interest on the savings and an app that doesn't crash every time I try to deposit a check. I don't need branches since I basically never go in person anyway.

I looked into a like Ally and Chime but honestly haven't chosen one yet.

Has anyone been happy with theirs, for a year or more?

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u/Hamdey-Dupriest — 5 days ago
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What’s the best option to put 10-20k for interest gaining while having access to the money as just in case?

My wife and I are looking to put some savings into a HYSA account or a fidelity MMF. Not sure what’s the better option? We want access in case we need it for emergencies but don’t want to invest it into retirement accounts. Our bank does not offer a HYSA. We don’t want to invest into a CD. What’s the better option or if anyone has suggestions to offer?

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u/yourname92 — 6 days ago

HYSA vs Investing

Trying to figure out why people are chasing fractions of a percent in one HYSA vs another instead of simply investing the money. Opening a brokerage account is no more difficult than a HYSA, many come with zero fees/minimums.

Once you open a brokerage you have thousands of investments to choose from. I compared the growth of 10k for a few "fixed income" investments, all returning over 3.5% in the past year. Attached are screenshots showing 1yr and 5yr returns/volatility for each. As with most investments, better returns are paid with higher volatility.

u/No_South_9912 — 8 days ago

Any comments on HYSA Happen Bank ?

30F. Want to start a HYSA for emergency funds. Been reading and comparing so many options. Happen Bank seems to stand out because of the 4.00 APY with 250$ savings monthly. Which I can do.

But I haven't been able to find a lot of reviews or experiences of customers of Happen Bank HYSA in terms of customer service and transfers and procedures.

Looking for guidance. Thank you.

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u/EvergreenIvyLeaves — 6 days ago

best high yield savings for beginners

i'm looking into creating my first high yields savings account and am wondering what would be best. so far, i am looking into ally but was wondering if anyone has any recommendations for a college student working part time

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u/Content_Tourist_3127 — 8 days ago

Highest APY savings account that isn’t just that high during a promo period and doesn’t have any other catches?

I’m trying to switch from Openbank to somewhere with a better rate but it seems like every account with a rate higher than 4% is only that high for an intro promo period that lasts 3 months or 6 months after which it goes down to 3-3.5%. Would also be nice if it isn’t a hassle to use. My rate at Openbank is 3.8% so any suggestions for an account with a rate 4% or higher? TIA!

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u/ChurroWhisperer — 9 days ago

Best HYSA for a college student saving ~$800/month?

I’m starting college and expect to have around $5,000-$6,000 in cash initially. After ~$2,400 in upfront expenses, I’ll have around $2,600-$3,600 left.

I’ll receive around $1,500-$2,000 per month from my dad. After rent, gas, insurance and other essentials, I estimate I’ll have around $600-$1,000 per month available for savings, while keeping some money available for non essentials

I also plan to work part time so if I do get a job, my available amount I can save per month will go up

I want to open a HYSA and gradually build the balance throughout freshman year. I’m looking for a bank with a good ongoing APY, FDIC insurance, no monthly fees, and easy transfers to checking.

I would prefer in order is:

  1. A good rate

  2. Ease of transferring money to and from

  3. Sign up offers

  4. Reputation and trustworthiness

Which HYSA would you recommend for my situation? Are there any banks I should avoid?

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u/broteinchowder — 7 days ago
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Best High Yield Savings Accounts for me as a Beginner

I have gone to the same bank since I was 17 (Bank of America), and after going through a scam that resulted in me having a negative balance back in November (-249 dollars), I’m considering changing banks after this issue is resolved. I’m 24, with no previous financial issues, no credit history, only have a debit card, and have limited job and money experience. Any recommendations for a strong HYSA with a good APY for someone in my situation to open after I clean up my negative balance and maybe change banks?

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u/MathematicianOk8337 — 9 days ago

$20K in my HYSA 💰

Something about watching your money make money never gets old.
I would definitely recommend Wealthfront. They have instant withdrawals and the clean UI is probably my favorite part.

u/Fantastic-Link-99 — 12 days ago
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Saved $84K on my own and trying to reach $100K by the end of the year looking for advice

I’m 26F and recently hit about $84,000 in savings, and honestly, I’m really proud of myself. My goal is to reach $100,000 by the end of this year, and I’d love to hear any advice or suggestions from people who have been in a similar position.

I started seriously saving after I graduated in 2024. I didn’t have financial help from my parents, so everything I’ve been able to save has come from working, budgeting, and being intentional with my money. Seeing that number slowly grow has honestly been one of the most comforting and rewarding feelings. 🥹

I’m especially curious about what I should do from here. Should I focus on aggressively saving the remaining $16K, or should I be putting more of my money toward investing/retirement while still working toward the $100K goal?

I currently keep a large portion of my savings in Wealthfront. For those who use it, do you feel comfortable keeping a significant amount of money there? Is it safe, or would you recommend moving my savings to a traditional bank or another HYSA/fintech offering a better APY?

I’d also love to hear what you would do if you were 26 with $84K saved. Any advice on HYSA vs. investing, emergency funds, retirement accounts, paying down debt, or just general financial habits would be greatly appreciated.

And honestly, beyond the financial advice, I just wanted to share this because I’m really proud of myself. I started with very little financial support, and being able to build this much on my own in just a couple of years feels huge to me.

What would you do if you were in my shoes? ❤️

u/Simple-Ad-4430 — 12 days ago