Certificates & Money Markets

Achieve savings goals faster with higher yields and guaranteed returns.

All Certificates and Money Market Accounts feature:

  • Higher yields on savings
  • No monthly maintenance fees
  • Account minimums to earn higher rates

Certificates

Lock in a solid fixed rate for a set term with our certificates. They’re great for saving for retirement, enhancing your investment savings, or reaching your longer-term savings goals.

Earn an additional 0.5% rewards rate on your certificates with Better Rewards Checking.2

Features

  • Terms from 3 to 36 months
  • “Bump-Up” option for 18-, 24-, and 36-month certificates; after 6 months, allows a one-time opportunity to increase to the current rate without extending the maturity date
  • Easily open your certificate with an Online Banking transfer
  • 10-calendar-day grace period with automatic renewal upon maturity
  • Early withdrawal penalties apply
Certificates – (Share, IRA, HSA)
TermMinimum BalanceAnnual Percentage YieldDividend RateBetter Rewards APY1,2Better Rewards Dividend Rate
3-Month$5002.55%2.52%3.05%3.01%
6-Month$5003.40%3.34%3.90%3.83%
9-Month$5003.50%3.44%4.00%3.92%
12-Month$5003.70%3.63%4.20%4.11%
18-Month$5003.25%3.20%3.75%3.68%
24-Month$5003.35%3.30%3.85%3.78%
36-Month$5003.45%3.39%3.95%3.87%

1APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Certificates dividends are compounded daily and credited monthly. These Dividend Rates(s) and Annual Percentage Yields(s) shown may change at any time as determined by our Board of Directors. Fees and/or penalties may reduce earnings.

Early Withdrawal Provisions. We will impose a penalty if You withdraw any of the principal funds before the maturity date. For withdrawals made during the first 6 days the Account is open, the amount of the penalty will equal 7 days’ dividends. For Accounts with a term to maturity less than 13 months the penalty will equal all accrued dividends, subject to a maximum of 90 days’ dividends. For Accounts with a term to maturity greater than 13 months the penalty will equal all accrued dividends, subject to a maximum of 180 days’ dividends. 

2Members must meet Better Rewards Checking eligibility requirements at the time of opening or renewing a share certificate in order to receive the rewards rate. Other terms and conditions may apply.

Automatic renewal options available upon maturity. Share Certificates automatically renew to like terms. See Agreements & Disclosures for renewal policies.

APY1 as high as:

4.20%

Minimum Deposit as low as:

$500

Terms:

3-36 months

Certificate Builder

Get the most bang for your savings bucks with this high-rate 11-month certificate. Add funds to your account any time in any amount and watch your savings multiply.

Features

  • One-time penalty-free withdrawal
  • Add funds anytime in any amount2

Effective Date: 8/20/2026

Certificate Builder – (Share)
TermMinimum BalanceAnnual Percentage YieldDividend Rate
11 Month2,3,4$1003.20%3.15%

1APY means annual percentage yield and is an annualized rate that reflects estimated dividend earnings based on the dividend rate and frequency of compounding. Dividends are compounded daily and credited monthly. Fees or penalties may apply for early withdrawals and may reduce earnings. These Dividend Rates(s) and Annual Percentage Yields(s) shown may change at any time as determined by our Board of Directors.

2One time penalty free withdrawal after 7 days. Early Withdrawal Provisions. We will impose a penalty if you withdraw any of the principal funds before the maturity date. For withdrawals made during the first 6 days the Account is open, the amount of the penalty will equal 7 days’ dividends. For Accounts with a term to maturity less than 13 months the penalty will equal all accrued dividends, subject to a maximum of 90 days’ dividends. For Accounts with a term to maturity greater than 13 months the penalty will equal all accrued dividends, subject to a maximum of 180 days’ dividends. 

3Automatic renewal options available upon maturity. Share Certificates automatically renew to like terms. See Agreements & Disclosures for renewal policies.

4Additional deposits may be made to Certificate Builder account prior to maturity. Principal balance or additional deposits after account opening may not exceed $10,000. Deposits exceeding maximum balance may be distributed to a new Certificate Builder account.

APY1 as high as:

3.20%

Minimum Deposit:

$100

Term

11 months

Certificate Specials

Boost your savings with our limited-time Certificate Specials. With a variety of certificate options available, you can choose the one that best fits your financial goals and grow your money even faster.

Features

  • Limited-time offers
  • Early withdrawal penalties may apply

Effective Date: 8/20/2026

Certificate Specials – (Share, IRA )
TermMinimum BalanceAnnual Percentage YieldDividend Rate
3-Month New Money1,2,3$5003.55%3.49%
9-Month New Money1,2,4$5,0004.20%4.11%
11-Month1,2,5$25,0004.10%4.02%

1Certificate dividends are compounded daily and credited monthly. These Dividend Rates(s) and Annual Percentage Yields(s) shown may change at any time as determined by our Board of Directors.

2Early Withdrawal Provisions. A penalty will be imposed if any of the principal funds are withdrawn before the maturity date. For withdrawals made during the first 6 days the account is open, the amount of the penalty will equal 7 days’ dividends. For accounts with a term to maturity less than 13 months the penalty will equal all accrued dividends, subject to a maximum of 90 days’ dividends.

33-month Share Certificate Special is available for a limited time and can be modified or withdrawn by First Financial at any time without notice. Minimum amount required to open is $500. Fees or penalties may reduce earnings. 3-month Share Certificate Special will automatically renew for a 3-month term unless directed to close the share or renew for another available term. Special annual percentage yield terminates when the share certificate renews or when the share is closed. Other terms and conditions may apply. New Money means opening funds must originate from a financial institution other than First Financial Federal Credit Union within 30 days prior to date of share certificate origination.

49 month Share Certificate Special is available for a limited time and can be modified or withdrawn by First Financial at any time without notice. Minimum amount required to open is $5,000. Fees or penalties may reduce earnings. 9 Month Share Certificate Specials will automatically renew for 9 month terms unless directed to close the share or renew for another available term. Special annual percentage yield terminates when the share certificate renews or when the share is closed. Other terms and conditions may apply. New Money means opening funds must originate from a financial institution other than First Financial Federal Credit Union within 30 days prior to date of share certificate origination.

511 month Share Certificate Special is available for a limited time and can be modified or withdrawn by First Financial at any time without notice. Minimum amount required to open is $25,000. Fees or penalties may reduce earnings. 11 Month Share Certificate Special will automatically renew for a 12 month term unless directed to close the share or renew for another available term. A one-time penalty free withdrawal option is available when the entirety of the funds are withdrawn and the account is closed prior to the maturity date. Special annual percentage yield and one-time penalty free withdrawal option terminates when the share certificate renews. This certificate cannot be opened through Online or Mobile Banking

APY1 as high as:

4.20%

Minimum Deposit2 as low as:

$500

Terms:

3-11 months

Money Market Account

A Money Market Account offers a dividend rate equal to – or even better – than a Share Savings Account with no fixed term as there is with a Certificate. It’s an excellent choice when you need easy access to your longer-term savings.

Features

  • $2,500 minimum opening deposit and monthly balance requirements
  • No monthly maintenance fee
  • No minimum transaction amount
  • Access funds through phone, online, or mobile banking services
  • ATM access not available
  • Balances that fall below the minimum $2,500 earn lower-tier dividend rates
Money Market
BalanceAnnual Percentage YieldMinimum to Open
$0 to $1,999.990.10 %$2,500
$2,000 to $2,499.990.20 %$2,500
$2,500 and Over0.20 %$2,500

IRA Savings, Money Manager and Money Market dividends are compounded daily and credited monthly. These Dividend Rates(s) and Annual Percentage Yields(s) shown may change at any time as determined by our Board of Directors and may change after the account is opened. APY is accurate as of the last dividend declaration date. Fees and/or penalties may reduce earnings.

Money Manager Account

First Financial’s tiered Money Manager Account offers flexibility and higher dividends on large balances. If you usually keep $10,000 or more in your account, you’ll enjoy higher yields as your balance grows.

Features

  • $10,000 minimum opening deposit and monthly balance requirements
  • No monthly maintenance fee
  • No minimum transaction amount
  • Access funds through phone, online, or mobile banking services
  • Balances that fall below the minimum $10,000 earn lower-tier dividend rates

Effective Date: 8/20/2026

Money Manager Savings
BalanceAnnual Percentage YieldMinimum to Open
$0 to $1,999.990.10 %$10,000
$2,000 to $9,999.990.20 %$10,000
$10,000 to $49,999.990.20 %$10,000
$50,000 to $99,999.990.20 %$10,000
$100,000 to $249,999.990.20 %$10,000
$250,000 to $499,999.990.20 %$10,000
$500,000 to $749,999.990.30 %$10,000
$750,000 and over0.30 %$10,000

IRA Savings, Money Manager and Money Market dividends are compounded daily and credited monthly. These Dividend Rates(s) and Annual Percentage Yields(s) shown may change at any time as determined by our Board of Directors and may change after the account is opened. APY is accurate as of the last dividend declaration date. Fees and/or penalties may reduce earnings.

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