Save for what’s next
Save for what’s next
A rainy day. A new home. The holidays. Retirement. Whatever you’re working toward, Firelands Federal Credit Union has savings options for different goals, balances and timelines.
Not sure which one makes sense for you? We’ll help you understand the differences.

Which savings option fits you?
Start with two questions: How soon might you need the money, and what do you want it to do while you save?
Share Savings
For everyday saving and easy access
Share Savings is your primary savings account at Firelands FCU and establishes your membership with the credit union.
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$5 minimum deposit to open -
Earn dividends on balances of $100 or more -
Dividends compounded daily and paid quarterly -
Maintain a $100 minimum daily average balance to avoid the $5 minimum balance fee -
Free digital banking -
Surcharge-free ATMs and Shared Branching available
Money Market Account
For larger balances you want to keep accessible
A Money Market Account lets you earn tiered rates on higher savings balances without committing your money to a fixed term.
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Competitive, tiered rates on balances of $5,000 or more -
Higher balances earn higher rates -
Dividends compounded daily and paid monthly -
No monthly service fees
Share Certificates
For money you can set aside for a specific term
If you can leave your savings untouched for a while, a Share Certificate lets you lock in a fixed rate for a set period.
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Fixed rates higher than regular savings -
Terms from 6 to 60 months -
No setup or maintenance fees -
$500 minimum deposit to open -
Dividends compounded and paid quarterly -
Early withdrawals are subject to penalty -
Youth and limited-time certificates may also be available
Compare your savings options
What does “share” mean?
At a credit union, a “share” is another term for money held in certain savings accounts. Your Share Savings account also establishes your membership with Firelands FCU.
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Good for
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Share Savings:
Everyday savings and money you want to keep accessible
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Money Market Account:
Larger savings balances
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Share Certificates:
Money you can leave deposited for a set term
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Access
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Share Savings:
Flexible
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Money Market Account:
Flexible
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Share Certificates:
Limited during the term
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How earnings work
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Share Savings:
Dividends on qualifying balances
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Money Market Account:
Tiered rates based on balance
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Share Certificates:
Fixed rate for the term
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Deposit and balance requirements
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Share Savings:
$5 to open
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Money Market Account:
Rates begin at $5,000+ balances
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Share Certificates:
Minimum varies by certificate
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Estimate your savings earnings
More ways to save for specific goals
Round Up Savings
Save a little every time you spend.
With Round Up & Save, eligible Visa® debit card purchases are rounded up to the next whole dollar, and the difference goes into your Round Up Savings Account.
Earn a higher dividend rate than regular Share Savings on balances of $25 or more. Deposits are limited to eligible round-up transactions.
Already a member? Log in to Digital Banking, select More Services, then Round Up.
Name Your (Share) Savings
Give your savings goal a name.
Saving for a vacation, new car or emergency fund? Create a separate share for each goal and easily track your progress.
Already a member? Log in to Digital Banking, select +, choose Create New Share, then Name Your Club.
Christmas Club Accounts
Set money aside now for the holidays later.
Make deposits throughout the year and have your holiday savings ready when October arrives.
- No minimum deposit to open
- Make deposits at any time and in any amount
- No monthly service fees
- Tiered rates
- Dividends compounded daily and paid annually on September 30
- Funds automatically transfer to your checking or savings account on October 1
Saving for your first home?
Ohio Homebuyer Plus

Planning to buy a home in Ohio? Ohio Homebuyer Plus is a savings account designed for eligible Ohio residents saving toward an Ohio home purchase.
Current Firelands FCU benefits include:
- 7.25% APY*
- Deposit match up to $250 for keeping the account open and active for 90 days**
- $500 toward closing costs when you finance your mortgage with Firelands FCU***
Current requirements include being an Ohio resident age 18 or older, depositing between $500 and $100,000 and using the funds toward an eligible Ohio home purchase within program guidelines.
Saving for retirement?
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
Firelands FCU offers Traditional and Roth IRAs to help you save for retirement, with different tax advantages depending on the account you choose.
Traditional IRA
Roth IRA
A Roth IRA uses after-tax contributions and may allow qualified withdrawals to be made tax-free.
Both IRA options include:
- No setup fees
- No monthly or annual maintenance fees
- IRA Share Accounts with no minimum to open and a $100 balance required to earn dividends
- IRA Certificates with a $500 minimum to open
Ready to start saving?
Frequently Asked Questions
The biggest differences are how much you plan to save, how easily you need to access the money and how your savings earn.
Share Savings is designed for flexible, everyday saving. A Money Market Account offers tiered rates for larger balances while keeping your money accessible. Share Certificates offer a fixed rate for a set term and are designed for money you don’t expect to need right away.
Dividends for all of our Savings Accounts are compounded daily and paid quarterly except for our Money Market Account, which pays dividends monthly.
A monthly fee is applied to share accounts with less than a $100 average monthly balance, no personal or mortgage loan and no credit card. This applies to members age 21 and older whose account has been open for at least 30 days.
Refer to our fee schedule for more information on fees.
Current rates for Share Savings, Money Market Accounts, Share Certificates and other savings products are available on the Firelands FCU Rates page.
You can open an account online.
If you are not yet a Firelands member, apply for your first account(s) here. If you are already a member, you can add an account securely via online or mobile banking. Log in.
Become a member today!
Your Share Savings is your primary account and the first step to becoming a Firelands FCU member. All you need is a $5 minimum deposit to establish your membership. Once you join, you are a member for life as long as you keep your account open.