Summerland Bank — Term Deposit ($1,000 < $20,000) - 8 months
Pros
- 4.8% p.a. fixed for the full 8-month term
- Government guaranteed up to $250,000
- Low $1,000 minimum to get started
- Interest paid at maturity
Cons
- Your money is locked away for the 8-month term
- Breaking early usually needs notice and reduces your interest
- Fixed rate, you won't benefit if rates rise during the term