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Earn up to 0.95% bonus savings interest rate every month
Get a bonus interest rate for adding $200 each month to your monthly balance, up to $250,000
0.15% interest rate*12
Earn interest on every dollar
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| Transaction type | Fee |
|---|---|
Monthly fee | $0 |
Interest rate | 0.950% interest rate*12 0.150% interest rate*16 0.800% interest rate*16 |
Monthly savings requirement | $200 to qualify for the bonus interest rate*17 |
Number of transactions per month | |
Maximum number of accounts | 1 per customer |
Eligibility with Plans*3 | Can’t be included in any Bank Plan |
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BMO Savings Builder Account FAQs
A BMO Savings Builder Account functions like a regular savings account where you can store your money and earn interest, but with added perks. You get a base interest rate every month to maximize your savings, plus one free transfer a month. You can also earn additional interest when you increase your balance by at least $200 a month.
Yes, you can apply online for the account in minutes. You’ll need your Social Insurance Number (SIN) and a Canadian address to get started.
The good news is that there are no monthly fees for the Savings Builder Account, however there are transaction fees. You get one free transfer out per month with the Savings Builder Account and then a $5 fee for each withdrawal or additional transfer out that month*25.
You get one free transaction per month with the Savings Builder account. After that, every withdrawal or additional transfer is $5 until the next month.
BMO offers several savings accounts, including:
Savings Amplifier: Earn a competitive interest rate and get unlimited self-serve transfers with no monthly fees. You can earn a bonus interest rate when you open a Savings Amplifier Account and a BMO chequing account.
Premium Rate Savings: Open this account together with a BMO chequing account under the same plan. Earn daily interest on every dollar. Transaction fees vary depending on the plan you choose.
U.S. Dollar Premium Rate Savings: Open this account together with a BMO chequing account under the same plan. Save in U.S. dollars and earn interest. Transaction fees vary depending on the plan you choose.
Can I add this savings account to Family Bundle?
Sorry, but this savings account is not eligible for Family Bundle. Only Premium Rate Savings and U.S. Dollar Premium Rate Savings accounts can be added to Family Bundle.What are the interest rates on your savings accounts?
Take a look at our current savings interest rates on our main bank account interest rates page.
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