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With the hassles of currency exchange, you might feel that vacations are best spent closer to home. If you live in Connecticut, it could be a good time to start a bank account with a solid savings rate and start preparing for a great time at the Mystic Seaport. The home of Mystic Pizza (yup, that place is real), hand churned ice cream, lobster rolls and The Museum of the America and the Sea, a perfect family weekend is looming on your horizon.

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To make all the snacking easier, sign up for Connecticut checking account and get an ATM card on the account. Regardless of the time of day and the delicacies to be had, you could have “cash” in hand, courtesy of Connecticut Bank Rates.

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Best Connecticut Savings Account Rates

Featured Rate		Bank / Credit Union	Account Type
1.35% As of October 22, 2009	View Rate Details	HSBC Bank USA, N.A.	Savings Account
Highest Rates Recent Rate Changes
Best Rates (APY)		Bank / Credit Union	Account Type
1.77% As of February 15, 2010	View Rate Details	Connectit State Employees Credit Union	Savings Account
1.50% As of February 8, 2010	View Rate Details	Naugatuck Valley Savings and Loan	Savings Account
1.10% As of February 15, 2010	View Rate Details	NewAlliance Bank	Savings Account
1.00% As of January 12, 2010	View Rate Details	Webster Bank, National Association	Savings Account
1.00% As of November 5, 2009	View Rate Details	State Police Inc. Credit Union	Savings Account

	Rate Change	Date
New Haven Postal Employees Credit Union - Savings Account	0.25% to 0.25%	Mar 5, 2010
Newtown Savings Bank - Savings Account	0.40% to 0.40%	Mar 5, 2010
Nutmeg State Credit Union - Savings Account	0.40% to 0.30%	Mar 5, 2010
Mutual Serity Credit Union - Savings Account	0.15% to 0.15%	Mar 5, 2010
Northeast Family Credit Union - Savings Account	0.25% to 0.25%	Mar 5, 2010

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Checking Account Interest Rates & Fees

Lots of people do not think to check the interest rates on their checking accounts, both when they open it and periodically (remember, banks can change their rates so you should be sure to monitor your account). If you regularly keep a balance in your account, and your Connecticut bank does not offer a high interest rate, you could be missing out on a great money-making opportunity. You don’t want to be the person that is being left out in the cold while everyone is taking advantage of great rates on their accounts.

Connecticut Banking Rates can help you find the best bank rates to improve your personal finances.

Connecticut Savings Accounts

When you choose a Connecticut savings account, you want to find a bank that will best meet your savings needs. Look for a bank that offers the highest interest rates at your minimum balance with the lowest fees. Many Connecticut banks require you to keep a certain balance to earn the quoted APY and to avoid fees. Banks requiring a higher minimum balance typically offer larger interest rates.

Connecticut Banking Rates has partnered with top banks to provide high interest rates on savings accounts to allow you to earn as much on your money as possible, while not risking it in any way like the stock market or other investments. A smart savings plan allows you to build savings and make money off the interest rates every single month.

Compare Connecticut Bank Rates

At Connecticut Banking Rates, you can compare checking and savings account rates in Connecticut. Our data is always current and up-to-date to ensure that you get the best rates possible.

As you make this decision to choose a Connecticut bank, we can also help you:

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Compare national checking account rates
Decide whether you need a savings account or to take advantage of high CD rates

Whether you are looking for a bank to manage your small business, or a bank with the highest interest rate savings accounts, Connecticut Banking Rates is certain to connect you with the right bank.

Automatic Savings Plan in Connecticut

One of the best ways to grow your savings in Connecticut, beyond getting the best interest rates from your bank, is to set-up an automatic savings plan. You can work with your bank to automatically take any amount from a checking account or a pay check that is direct deposited or from other accounts and add to your savings account each month. This way, you know your savings account is growing every month no matter what with the automatic amount plus the interest payments from your bank based on the bank rate.

Learn about the best savings accounts that meet your financial needs in Connecticut with the most competitive interest rates from our partner.