SMART SAVINGS

START EARLY FOR A LIFETIME OF FINANCIAL SUCCESS

Our SMART Savings accounts for kids and teens is an easy and secure way to give them a head start.

SAFE AND EASY TO TEACH VALUABLE FINANCIAL SKILLS

You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to know that money growing in a savings account is better than money sitting in a piggy bank. Help your child gain valuable financial skills while making sure their deposits stay safe and sound. The countdown to adulthood is well-underway, so get your child on the right path today with a SMART Savings Account.

BENEFITS

INCLUDED WITH SMART SAVINGS ACCOUNT

  • Ages 17 and under
  • No monthly maintenance fee
  • Monthly dividends
  • Online Banking
  • Mobile Banking
  • 5,000+ Shared Branches nationwide and 85,000+ surcharge-free ATMs nationwide and abroad
  • eStatements1
  • Insured up to $500,000

SMART SAVINGS FAQ

They will be able to take advantage of services, accounts, loans and other features as they grow older.

It sets your child up for long-term savings growth and teaches invaluable money management skills.

A minimum deposit of $5 and a parent or guardian must be a joint owner on the account.

Yes, there’s a limit of 6 preauthorized, automatic, or telephone transfers per month.

Yes, you have access to free online financial literacy resources through the BALANCE® Program.

EXPLORE OUR ACCOUNT OPTIONS

Checking

SMART Checking

Features a simple and secure Visa® Debit Card for children and teens ages 10 to 17.

Savings

MYAccount Savings

The best savings account for students and young adults in Nevada, with Online and Mobile Banking. Grow savings with monthly dividends.

Savings

Regular Savings

Opening this account gives you access to SSSCU membership, products, and services—and you earn dividends on your balance.

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Disclosures

SMART Savings Account available to youth members under the age of 18. Requires a parent or guardian joint owner.Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU) collects, uses, and shares Children’s information in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA”). SMART accounts features and benefits are limited.

Dividends are compounded and credited monthly using the daily balance method.

$5 minimum balance required to open the account and to avoid $5 Account Minimum Balance Fee.

Data and other wireless carrier charges may apply when accessing Online and Mobile Banking via a wireless device.

1$5 paper statement fee.

Membership eligibility is required. Must be a Silver State Schools Credit Union member to borrow. Membership at SSSCU requires a savings account with a minimum balance.