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Term deposits give you a guaranteed return for a certain period, making them a good option for larger balances.
If interest rates drop, using a term deposit could mean you lock in a higher rate than you can get with a savings account.
Balances up to $250,000 in a term deposit are protected by the Australian Government Guarantee Scheme.
How does a $100,000 term deposit work?
A term deposit allows you to deposit an amount of money an earn a fixed return. If you have $100,000 (or even more) to invest, a term deposit provides a safe solution for holding onto your cash.
Perhaps you've recently inherited a large amount of cash, have proceeds from a home sale with no new home to buy yet, or are an investor who is in between opportunities. A term deposits is an incredibly low-risk option to earn a return on the money while you're not yet using it elsewhere.
You can choose a term length (from 1 month to 5 years) and you'll get a fixed interest rate for this time, meaning the rate won't change. You can also choose how often to receive your interest payments, whether it's monthly, annually or at maturity.
How do I compare term deposits for $100,000?
The interest rate.
Look for a term deposit with a high interest rate. Banks will offer different rates on different term lengths.
Term length.
If you know exactly how long you want to lock your money into a term deposit, compare the rates for this term length only. Some banks will offer a lot more choice in term length than others.
Interest payments.
How often does the term deposit pay you interest? Some will give you the choice to receive interest payments monthly, quarterly or annually while others will only pay interest on account maturity.
Penalties for early withdrawal.
Banks will often charge you a penalty if you need to withdraw your savings balance before the terms end. Some will charge a fee, some will reduce your interest, and some will do both. Check what the rules are before you open the term deposit, just in case you need to access the money early.
Savings accounts versus term deposits for balances over $100,000
Finder data reveals if Australians found themselves with $100,000 all of a sudden, almost 20% of us would put the money into a high interest savings account.
High interest savings accounts often offer higher interest rates than term deposits, but you'll need to be willing to meet a few ongoing monthly account conditions. This usually includes things like making regular deposits (sometimes up to $1,000 per month), making a set number of purchases or limiting your withdrawals. Term deposits don't have any ongoing requirements to meet - it's a set-and-forget option.
Savings accounts also offer variable interest rates, meaning they can change at any time. Term deposit rates are fixed, so you can have peace of mind the rate won't change for the life of your term. This could help with planning as you're able to calculate exactly how much your deposit will grow by the end of your term.
Our expert says
"One benefit of a savings account over a term deposit is that you can access the money instantly whenever you need it. This is helpful if you have a large, unplanned expense pop up or you find another investment opportunity that you want to act on quickly.
If you're going to invest a large sum of money into a term deposit, make sure you also keep enough cash aside in either a bank account or savings account to access quickly if you need to."
Money is locked. You can't access the money, which could be restrictive if you have unexpected, large expenses.
Low interest rates. Term deposits currently offer fairly low interest rates (although it's better than getting no return on your cash at all!).
Less return than other investments. Other investments, like shares, would likely offer better returns but come with a lot more risk.
Frequently asked questions
The interest you can earn will depend on the interest rate you get and how long you keep your money invested for. As an exaple, for a 12-month term deposit with a rate of 5.00% p.a. you'll earn $5,000 interest.
Yes, you can deposit $100,000 in the bank in either a standard bank account, savings account or term deposit.
The highest rate changes as rates go up and down, but at the moment the highest term deposit rates are around 4.50% p.a.
The financial institution will generally charge an administration fee, which will vary as well as adjust the interest payments. For example, if you initially chose a term of five years but need to withdraw after three, the interest rate will be changed to the lower three year rate.
Yes, so long as it meets the terms of your SMSF, you can use a term deposit to help accelerate its growth. Learn more about SMSFs.
A. A term deposit is a good investment for retirement savings, although keep in mind that at any amount over $250,000, you will not be protected by the Australian Government Guarantee Scheme. For more information you can read our guide on how much you need to retire comfortably in Australia.
Tim Falk is a writer for Finder, writing across a diverse range of topics. Over the course of his 15-year writing career, Tim has reported on everything from travel and personal finance to pets and TV soap operas. When he’s not staring at his computer, you can usually find him exploring the great outdoors. See full bio
They offer a fixed interest rate (so you don't need to worry about any market volatility) and your deposit up to $250,000 is protected by the government.
Want to withdraw money from your term deposit before it matures? Penalties apply, so check out this guide to term deposit penalties and how they will affect you.
The added level of control coupled with the high interest earning potential of notice savers makes this a savings account worth considering. Ensure that you understand exactly how it works, and if it will fit in with your financial goals before making a final decision.
A term deposit can help you save and manage your personal finances to help plan for future expenditure.
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