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Firstmac offers its members a flexible term deposit where even with its shorter terms you are still earning a high interest rate. The interest rate is fixed, and you are given options for receiving payments, making it easy to plan for a future expense. If you like the idea of getting long term rates for a short term investment, than add this term deposit to your list of those worth considering.
Up to 3.15% p.a.
Interest rate
12 months interest rate
$5,000
Minimum opening deposit
$0
Account keeping fee
$5,000,000
Maximum deposit
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Product Name | Firstmac Term Deposit |
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3 month interest rate | 1.80% |
6 month interest rate | 2.45% |
12 month interest rate | 3.15% |
24 month interest rate | 3.15% |
Minimum Opening Deposit | $5,000 |
Minimum Age Requirement | 12 |
The rates displayed above are interest rates paid at maturity only. We endeavour to ensure that the information on this site is current and accurate but you should confirm any information with the product or service provider and read the information they can provide. |
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July 1, 2019
Who is Firstmac?
July 1, 2019
Hi Rosy,
Thank you for your comment.
Firstmac is a privately-owned company that has been in business for nearly 40 years. The products that they provide are straightforward home loans and car loans for everyday Australians who are looking for an alternative to the major banks.
For more details about Firstmac, kindly visit their website.
Regards,
Jhezelyn
May 28, 2019
Hi there,
If I had $1.2M of spare business cash, were should I look to park it in order to gain a maximum return? The cash may be required for a purchase such as property so may need access within 6 months.
May 30, 2019
Hi Andy,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
Since there’s no maximum amount listed on this Firstmac term deposit review page, you may invest your money with them for 6 months and you’ll earn 2.45% p.a. which will be paid to your account monthly.
If you’re looking around, you may check our list of 6-month term deposits. You can use our comparison table to help you find the account that suits you. When you are ready, press the ‘Go to site’ button to apply. Please make sure that you’ve read the relevant T&Cs or PDS of the term deposit account to help consider whether the product is right for you.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
May 27, 2019
Where is Firstmac based
May 27, 2019
Hi Kerry,
Thanks for your inquiry.
Firstmac is based in Riverside Centre in Brisbane, Queensland.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
May 24, 2019
hi Shirley,
I am interested in Investing $5000 in Firstmac 6 month term deposit and tried to use the calculator at the top right hand of the page, but I did’nt find any calculator to suit what I was interested in . Please let me know what I am doing wrong?
Denzil
May 25, 2019
Hi Denzil,
Thanks for getting in touch with Finder!
You may refer to our term deposit calculator. Due to the structure of a term deposit account, the calculated amount showing should be fairly accurate, although there may be other factors not taken into consideration that could affect the amount of interest paid to you.
There are other variables to consider with a typical high-interest savings account that is not needed with the term deposit calculator. If you are interested in comparing the interest-earning benefits of both types of accounts, you can also access our savings account calculator.
Let me know if you have other questions, I’d be happy to help.
Best,
Nikki
May 18, 2019
Are investment funds in Firstmac guaranteed by the Australian government up to $250k?
May 19, 2019
Hi Colin,
Thank you for reaching out.
Yes, it is covered. As per Firstmac;s term deposit terms and conditions, the Firstmac deposit products are covered by the Australian Government Guarantee. The Australian Government automatically guarantees deposits which are placed with an Authorised Deposit-taking Institution (ADI), up to the balance of $250,000. Firstmac deposits are issued by Goldfields Money Limited, a registered ADI under the Financial Claims Scheme. The sum of all balances held by you in Firstmac and Goldfields Money deposit accounts are covered by the Australian Government guarantee, up to the balance of $250,000.
Hope this helps! 😊
Kind Regards,
Mai