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A fixed rate bond is a lower-risk way of saving money where you know exactly what you’ll receive at the end of the term.
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Open the bond online with your chosen provider and make your initial deposit.
Your money will be tied up for 12 months. Earlier withdrawals could lead to loss of interest.
When the bond matures you receive the money back plus your interest.
The amount you earn through a one-year fixed rate bond depends on:
Your initial deposit
The guaranteed rate of interest
This table shows some examples of how much you would make over one year with different sized savings deposits and different fixed rates of interest. The returns are gross and do not take any applicable tax into account.
Initial deposit | 2% | 3% | 3.5% |
|---|---|---|---|
£5,000 | £5,125 | £5,150 | £5,175 |
£10,000 | £10,250 | £10,300 | £10,350 |
£15,000 | £15,375 | £15,450 | £15,525 |
*Interest rates shown are for illustration purposes only and are not related to actual savings products or bonds available on MoneySuperMarket.
There are a number of things to consider with fixed rate savings bonds:
You’ll receive a guaranteed return after 12 months
Savings bonds are one of the safest types of investment
Good option for saving a large lump sum
Your money is locked away with penalty charges if you need it early
Returns could be higher with other types of savings product
You may have to pay tax on the interest if it is over the personal savings allowance
Consider these factors before deciding whether to go for a one-year fixed rate bond:
The higher the interest rate, generally the more money you’ll get back.
Bonds have minimum and maximum amounts you can save.
Check the small print in case you need the money before the bond matures.
Can you manage it easily, either online or through an app?
After 12 months your bond will end – this is known as ‘maturity’ of the bond.
Your savings provider is likely to write to you in advance of the bond maturity date to let you know your options. But usually you can withdraw the bond proceeds (your initial savings and interest) as a lump sum, move it into another savings account, such as an easy access account, or you can put it into another fixed rate bond.
Remember you can choose a new savings or fixed-rate bond provider – you do not have to stick with your existing provider. Shop around to find the best possible savings rates at maturity.
"A one-year fixed rate bond is a simple and effective way of saving. You know your money will be locked away for 12 months and you know exactly how much you’ll get at the end. It’s also a really safe way of saving as you’ll benefit from the Government-backed Financial Services Competition Scheme, which protects up to the first £85,000 of your money per financial institution.
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Each provider will have different terms, but you are likely to have to pay a penalty charge if you need the money early. This could be the loss of all interest. It’s why you should only open a bond if you’re confident you can lock the money away for the designated term.
No, the one-year fixed rate bond lasts for 12 months. After that you can decide what to do with your money. If you want a longer period then opt for a two, three or five-year bond at the outset, for example. You may find the longer you agree to lock your money away, the better rate of return you’ll get.
Interest rates vary depending on a number of factors, including the provider’s view of the market and the Bank of England’s base interest rate. As the base rate rises, the terms of fixed term bonds should rise too. But it’s always worth searching the market before making a final decision.
The maximum amount you can invest in a one-year fixed term bond varies from provider to provider. Most let you put at least £85,000 into a one-year bond (equivalent to the amount that is protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme) – although some bonds let you save much more.
Your money will be protected up to the first £85,000 per financial institution as long as the bond provider is part of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. This is guaranteed by the government in the unlikely event that the bank or building society in question collapses.
Most fixed rate bond accounts only accept one initial lump sum deposit. But some may remain open to funds for a bit longer. Check with your provider for the cut-off date to deposit once the account is open.
Most one-year fixed rate bonds pay interest at the end of the 12-month term, but some accounts will pay this interest quarterly or monthly. You can often nominate a separate bank account for the interest to be paid into.
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