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We can help you find a great fixed-rate bond to kickstart your savings.
See a wide range of two-year fixed-rate bonds all in one place.
Compare bonds looking at interest rate and minimum and maximum deposits.
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A two-year fixed-rate bond allows you to save a lump sum and get a guaranteed return after 24 months. Here’s how it works:
Compare rates and maximum and minimum deposits to see what’s right for you.
You can open the bond online in a few minutes and make your deposit.
Your savings stay in the bond for two years with penalties for early withdrawal.
When the bond term ends, you’ll receive the money back plus your interest.
The amount you earn with a two-year fixed rate bond depends on:
How much deposit you can save in the bond
The fixed interest rate on the bond
Our table gives some examples of how much you could earn over a two-year period with a fixed rate bond for different savings amounts at different annual fixed interest rates.
Initial deposit | Rate 2% | Rate 2.5% | Rate 3% |
|---|---|---|---|
£5,000 | £5,256 | £5,308 | £5,362 |
£10,000 | £10,512 | £10,618 | £10,724 |
£15,000 | £15,768 | £15,926 | £16,086 |
*Rates are for illustration purposes only and are not related to actual savings products on MoneySuperMarket.
There are a range of things to consider before deciding on a fixed-rate bond.
Fixed rates mean you know what you’ll get back in interest
Savings are protected by government FSCS scheme
Potential good option for those with a large lump sum to save
Some bonds pay monthly or quarterly interest
Bond rates can often be lower than investment returns
You can’t access your money early
Not suitable for regular savers
Interest rates could rise after you lock into your fixed rate
A two-year fixed-rate bond could be a great savings option, but first consider the following...
The higher the guaranteed interest rate the larger the return you’ll receive.
Each bond will have a minimum and maximum limit for deposits.
Check whether you’ll have to pay a fee if you need your money early.
Check the way you can deposit, view and withdraw your money.
After two years your bond will have matured. You can either withdraw the funds with the interest you’ve earned or move it to another savings account – even another fixed rate bond. Remember to shop around again for the best interest rates. You don’t have to keep your money with the same savings provider.
You’ll need to be proactive though or the provider is likely to move your bond to a very low interest account until you make a decision.
MoneySuperMarket allows you to compare two-year bonds quickly and easily.
Our two-year fixed-rate savings bonds are listed in one place ordered by interest rate.
Change the length of the bond term to see the most suitable results for you.
Once you’ve found the right bond, complete your application online.
With a fixed-rate savings bond, you choose a bond and deposit a lump sum and don’t touch your savings for an agreed timeframe e.g. two years. Once the two years are up, the bond has ‘matured’ and you can now access your savings. However, with a regular savings account, you put away money on a regular basis, typically every month for a fixed time period, e.g. one year.
You may be able to withdraw your money before the bond matures, however you’ll likely face a penalty, e.g. an equivalent to 90 days' interest on the money cashed in.
You might have to pay tax on your savings bond if it’s above your Personal Savings Allowance.
Interest is normally paid annually on the anniversary of when you opened the savings bond. Interest may be paid quarterly or monthly depending on your provider.
Yes, there will be a maximum limit, check with your provider for the maximum amount you can deposit.
You can find interest rates from around 6.0% on a 2-year fixed rated bond. When comparing with us, you can sort fixed rated bonds by rate to find our most competitive rates.
You can pay into your fixed rate bond as long as the product is still open to funds, your provider will let you know the deposit end date.
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