Personal Saving & Investing

MoneyWise resources to help you reach your savings goals.

Rainy-Day Savings Tips for Everyday Budgets

Building a savings habit starts with small, consistent steps—and even a modest rainy-day fund can make a big difference when unexpected expenses arise. Explore our featured blog to learn why aiming for a $1,000 starter cushion matters and simple ways to begin growing yours.

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Savings Goal Calculator

Use this calculator to see how long will it take to reach your savings goal.

Retirement Planner

How soon can I retire and how much will I be able to spend each month?

The more you save, the more you'll earn.

Grow your money with a High Yield Relationship Savings account. Enjoy rates between 0.25% APY^ and 2.63% APY^ when you open an account with a minimum opening balance of $25,000 new money to Banner Bank and a Banner Bank checking account.

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Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate as of 1/26/2026. Rates may change. The interest rate tier is determined by the actual daily account balance. Monthly service charge of $10 is waived when you meet one of the following criteria during that monthly statement cycle: $5,000 minimum daily balance or $10,000 average daily combined balance for checking and savings deposit relationship. If relationship balance is below $25,000, Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is 0.25%.  Public fund accounts not eligible.  Additional restrictions may apply. View current rates.

Minimum opening balance of $25,000 must be new money to Banner Bank. A Banner Bank checking account is required to open a High Yield Relationship Savings account.