Why is it Important to Have a Checking Account
Why Have a Checking Account - Important Benefits
Benefits of a CD Account
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Fixed Interest Rate
CD accounts operate independently from the stock and bond markets, providing steadfast interest rates that outperform returns from traditional saving accounts.
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Predictable Growth
With fixed CD rates comes guaranteed future interest you can calculate and count on, helping you to accurately plan for financial goals years down the line.
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FDIC Insured
Bank of Hope's CD accounts are covered by the FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by law.
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Many Term Options
Certificates of deposit are not one size fits all. That’s why Bank of Hope offers multiple CD types and terms, letting you open the best account option for your finances.
Bank of Hope Certificates of Deposit
Hope Preferred Certificate of Deposit
New customers or existing customers with new money can take advantage of promotional rates by opening the Hope Preferred Certificate of Deposit account with Bank of Hope either online or at a branch.
- $1,000 minimum opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 1, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 or 60 Month Terms
- No additional deposit allowed before maturity
- No principal balance withdrawal allowed before maturity
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal before maturity
Account is subject to approval. The account must be funded within 10 calendar days from the account opening date. Other fees and charges may apply. The account is covered by FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by law. See Account Product Disclosure (PDF) for more information.
Regular Certificate of Deposit
Earn interest at a fixed rate on funds you have on deposit for a specified period of time.
- $1,000 min. opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 1 Month to 60 Month Terms
- No additional deposit allowed before maturity
- No principal balance withdrawal allowed before maturity
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals
- For details, please contact our call center at 1-855-325-2226 or your nearest branch during normal business hours.
Account is subject to approval. The account must be funded within 10 calendar days from the account opening date. Other fees and charges may apply. The account is covered by FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by law. See Account Product Disclosure (PDF) for more information.
IRA Certificate of Deposit
Open a certificate of deposit account geared towards your retirement needs.
- $1,000 min. opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 12 Month or 18 Month Terms
- Additional deposits into account are allowed except during the last seven (7) days before maturity date
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals
- For current rates, please contact our call center at 1-855-325-2226 or your nearest branch during normal business hours.
Flex Certificate of Deposit
CD benefits with the flexibility of deposit and withdrawal options.
- $5,000 min. opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 12 Month or 18 Month Terms
- Two additional deposits up to the initial or the last renewal account balance are allowed during each term except during the last seven (7) days before the maturity
- Two withdrawals up to 50% of the initial or the last renewal account balance are allowed but must be six (6) days after the date of account opening, last withdrawal, or the last additional deposit
- The principal balance cannot exceed $250,000 at any time
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals
- For details, please contact our call center at 1-855-325-2226 or your nearest branch during normal business hours.
Account is subject to approval. The account must be funded within 10 calendar days from the account opening date. Other fees and charges may apply. The account is covered by FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by law. See Account Product Disclosure (PDF) for more information.
Hope Preferred Certificate of Deposit
New customers or existing customers with new money can take advantage of promotional rates by opening the Hope Preferred Certificate of Deposit account with Bank of Hope either online or at a branch.
- $1,000 minimum opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 1, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 or 60 Month Terms
- No additional deposit allowed before maturity
- No principal balance withdrawal allowed before maturity
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal before maturity
Account is subject to approval. The account must be funded within 10 calendar days from the account opening date. Other fees and charges may apply. The account is covered by FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by law. See Account Product Disclosure (PDF) for more information.
Regular Certificate of Deposit
Earn interest at a fixed rate on funds you have on deposit for a specified period of time.
- $1,000 min. opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 1 Month to 60 Month Terms
- No additional deposit allowed before maturity
- No principal balance withdrawal allowed before maturity
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals
- For details, please contact our call center at 1-855-325-2226 or your nearest branch during normal business hours.
Account is subject to approval. The account must be funded within 10 calendar days from the account opening date. Other fees and charges may apply. The account is covered by FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by law. See Account Product Disclosure (PDF) for more information.
IRA Certificate of Deposit
Open a certificate of deposit account geared towards your retirement needs.
- $1,000 min. opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 12 Month or 18 Month Terms
- Additional deposits into account are allowed except during the last seven (7) days before maturity date
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals
- For current rates, please contact our call center at 1-855-325-2226 or your nearest branch during normal business hours.
Flex Certificate of Deposit
CD benefits with the flexibility of deposit and withdrawal options.
- $5,000 min. opening deposit & balance to earn interest
- 12 Month or 18 Month Terms
- Two additional deposits up to the initial or the last renewal account balance are allowed during each term except during the last seven (7) days before the maturity
- Two withdrawals up to 50% of the initial or the last renewal account balance are allowed but must be six (6) days after the date of account opening, last withdrawal, or the last additional deposit
- The principal balance cannot exceed $250,000 at any time
- A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals
- For details, please contact our call center at 1-855-325-2226 or your nearest branch during normal business hours.
Account is subject to approval. The account must be funded within 10 calendar days from the account opening date. Other fees and charges may apply. The account is covered by FDIC insurance up to the maximum allowed by law. See Account Product Disclosure (PDF) for more information.
Find the Right CD for You
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Compare and Select
| Account Type | Hope Preferred Certificate of Deposit | Regular Certificate of Deposit |
Flex Certificate of Deposit |
IRA Certificate of Deposit |
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| Min. Opening Deposit | $1,000 | $1,000 | $5,000 | $1,000 |
| Terms | 1, 3, 6, 8, 12, 24, 36, 48 or 60 M | 1M to 60M | 12M or 18M | 12M or 18M |
| Min. Balance to Earn Interest | $1,000 | $1,000 | $5,000 | $1,000 |
| 24/7 Telephone Banking | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 24/7 Online Banking | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
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FAQ About Certificate of Deposit (CD) Accounts
A certificate of deposit account provides a fixed rate of interest that is typically greater than what is offered for savings accounts.
However, in turn for the higher earning potential, you commit to keeping your funds in place for an agreed-upon term. An early withdrawal penalty will be imposed if withdrawn before the maturity date.
Specific CD interest rates will vary based on the type of CD you choose and the length of the term.
There are no fees for opening a CD account.
Almost all financial institutions, including Bank of Hope, will not let you add new funds to a traditional CD that has yet to mature except for Bank of Hope's Flex CD which allows you to add additional deposits during a term.
The good news is that a CD is considered to be collateral that you can leverage when obtaining a personal loan.
Yes, we will contact you via mail typically within 30 business days of the maturity date.
Also, you will have the option to not renew automatically upon account opening.
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