Expired: 2.75% 6-Month CD, 3.25% 24-Month CD & Other High Rates at Jefferson Financial Credit Union in Louisiana - Local Only

Jefferson Financial Credit Union has some very competitive short-term and mid-term CD and IRA rates. These include a 2.75% APY 6-month CD, a 3.00% APY 12-month CD and a 3.25% APY 24-month CD. Minimum deposit is $10,000. Lower rates are available for a $1,000 minimum. These rates are listed at the credit union's CD rate tables as of 5/21/09.

Membership is open to all Jefferson Parish residents. Also eligible are employees of certain Select Employee Groups. Please refer to the credit union's Membership Eligibility Page for more details. Membership requires a one-time $5 fee and a minimum balance of $25 in the Primary Savings Account.

Branches are located in the Louisiana cities of Metairie, Harvey, Kenner and Jefferson.

The credit union's ratings for safety and soundness are strong: 5 stars (superior) at BauerFinancial and 4 stars (sound) at Bankrate.com. Both ratings are based on 12/31/08 financial data. The credit union is federally insured by the NCUA (Charter # 60738).

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