Time Deposit
Time deposit is the second most popular savings product in the Cooperative. It is best for members who seek to maximize returns on their savings. Member signs a certificate of deposit that will serve as contract between the coop and the depositor. The contract specifies a certain amount to be deposited, until a stated maturity, for a set interest rate.
There are two types of Time Deposits:
- Regular Time Deposit
- Shall be open for all members 18 to 59 years old.
- Withdrawal of interest shall be made upon MATURITY only.
- Star Saver Time Deposit
- Shall be open for all members ages 60 and above.
- Withdrawal of interest can be made on a QUARTERLY basis or upon maturity.
Common Features of Time Deposit:
- May be opened by an associate or regular member.
- The TD has an automatic renewal mechanism upon maturity.
- Upon maturity of the time deposit and member is unable to renew TD, the system will automatically roll over the principal with the current TD interest rate and the previous term applies.
- Can be used as collateral to loan provided that:
- The loan maturity shall match the deposit except when the deposit is electronically tagged as “Frozen/Locked-in”.
- Pre-Termination Conditions:
- If funds are requested/withdrawn prior to maturity, interest on regular savings shall apply from date of account opening/renewal date.
- Pre-termination fee of P100.00 per TD account.
- Interest rate ranges from 5% to 10% per annum depending on amount and maturity.
- The contract is non-transferable and non-negotiable except when applied as collateral of a loan.