Certificate Accounts

Certificate Accounts are guaranteed savings vehicles. With terms ranging from 6-months to 3-years with the ability to lock-in guaranteed Certificate Account Rates, Certificate Accounts can be a great asset for those wanting to see their money grow without the fear of any loss.

Not sure about which savings option you should choose? Use the Accounts List, and we'll help you find the account that's right for you and your family.

Savings Bonds

U.S. Savings Bonds are one of the safest types of investments – they offer a fixed interest rate over a fixed period of time and are endorsed by the federal government.

Buying Bonds
Stop by a First Tech branch today to get your paper bond, or visit the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Treasury Direct website to purchase your Savings Bond electronically. We currently offer:

Series EE Bonds. You can purchase paper Series EE bonds at half face value or electronic bonds at face value. Learn more.
Series I Bonds. You can purchase paper and electronic Series I bonds at face value. Learn more.

Go Paperless
Want to turn your paper savings bonds into electronic form so you can manage your bonds from the convenience of your home? Visit Treasury Direct to find out how.

Find the Value
Estimating the value of your bonds is easier than ever. Visit Treasury Direct to calculate their value.

Open a New Account or Add / Remove a Joint Owner
Need to add another account or a Joint Owner? Just print and complete the form and return it to us.

Stop by any First Tech branch
Email it to memberservices@firsttechcu.com
Mail it to First Tech Credit Union, P.O. Box 2100, Beaverton, OR 97075
Fax it to 888.505.1740.

A representative will contact you with additional information. Please call 800.637.0852 to talk to a representative.

Open a New Account
Joint Owner Change