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6-month CD rates in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

By Mitch Strohm · Bankrate.com
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Posted: 2 pm ET

If you have a small amount of capital to invest, you may want to look into CD rates in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Many large national banks are posting yields well above the national average to attract depositors. CD rates went up across some maturities this week, leaving some savers hopeful that higher returns are on the way. As a low-risk investment, a 6-month CD can be a choice for the careful investor in Florida.

Certificates of deposit are generally low-risk and can often yield more than interest-bearing savings accounts. CD rates are up a bit this week, but some experts are still skeptical. It's critical to shop around thoroughly when looking for CD rates in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Bankrate.com can help you locate the best CD rates across the nation.

CD rates in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Here are the 6-month CD rates as of 2 p.m. in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Institution APY Min Deposit
Ally 1.05% $0
BankAtlantic 0.25% $5,000
SunTrust Bank 0.10% $2,000
Wachovia Bank, NA 0.10% $1,000
Bank of America 0.05% $1,000

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