A savings account is not designed to be accessed on a regular basis. For this reason, banks are able to pay higher interest on your balance because the account does not require as administrative maintenance as a current bank account does. There is a wide variety of savings account products available and usually a bank will offer a few options.

The primary ways that these accounts vary is the amount of interest that they pay, the minimum balance that you are required to maintain, and the frequency that your money will be available to you. When selecting the savings account that will best meet your needs, consider your reasons for saving and whether circumstances are likely to arise
that will force you to make a withdraw early.

There are many different types of saving accounts with instant access, great interest rates, or tax-free savings accounts for your savings to grow.

Featured Savings Accounts

	Santander 2 Year Fixed Rate Saving Bond
	Santander Two Year Fixed Rate Savings Bond: Matures 01/10/2012. Get a great fixed rate on your savings for one year Save £1 to £24,999 and receive 3.20% gross/AER fixed Save over £25,000.00 and receive 3.50% gross/AER fixed. Available to new and existing Santander customers You can’t add to your bond once its open so put in as much as you can at the start No withdrawals / closures allowed until maturity * AER based on funds fully deposited by 01/10/2010  Click here to apply online now >

	Santander Direct ISA
	Santander are offering a great tax-free rate with instant access!     Click here to apply online now >

	NatWest e-Savings
	Apply online for a NatWest e-Savings Account

HSBC Online Bonus Saver Open a Savings Account in Minutes! No HSBC Bank Account required. Only £1 initial deposit is required! Let your spare cash flow into an account that you can easily manage online.

Post Office Instant Saver Account Instant Saver is provided by the Bank of Ireland and is a unique banking service that allows you to save like never before. Market leading rates, unbeatable customer convenience, and interest guarantees all ensure that Instant Saver will be an instant success for you.