Marcus by Goldman Sachs Bank Review: Savings and CDs
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Overall institution rating
5.0
If you’re simply looking to increase your savings, this bank is a good choice. But it doesn’t offer checking accounts and lacks other features that most other online banks have, such as mobile check deposit and a free ATM network.
Best for: Customers who want to earn competitive savings rates, don’t mind banking online and have another bank account for checking.
Pros
- Same-day online transfers up to $125,000; same-day transfers up to $1 million through an agent.
- Savings and CD rates are competitive.
Cons
- No checking account or ATM network.
- Cash deposits aren’t accepted.
- Mobile check deposits aren’t accepted.
Full review
Savings
Member FDIC
5.0
/5 NerdWallet ratingat Marcus by Goldman Sachs
Marcus’ savings rate is 4.15%, which is much higher than the national average APY of 0.40%. There's no minimum deposit to open the account, and there are no monthly fees, but the bank has fewer options than others for withdrawing money — you can’t make a cash withdrawal from an ATM, for example. But you can transfer money to an external bank account, wire transfer it or request a check. Marcus offers same-day online transfers up to $125,000 but the external account must be a personal account owned by the Marcus account holder. For same-day transfers of larger amounts — up to $1 million — you’ll need to go through a Marcus agent. To deposit money into the account, you can set up direct deposits or transfers, send a check by mail or send a domestic wire transfer.
» Weigh your options with NerdWallet’s best high-yield savings accounts.
CD
Member FDIC
5.0
/5 NerdWallet ratingSome of Marcus’ CD rates are among the best on the market, and it has more term lengths than some of its competitors — you can deposit your money for up to six years. There's a $500 minimum deposit, and the bank's CD guarantee lets you receive the highest rate offered within 10 days of opening your CD.
Just be sure to withdraw your money once it matures because Marcus’ CDs automatically renew after a 10-day grace period, once the term expires. Or, if you want flexibility in withdrawing early without it costing you, Marcus has three no-penalty CDs. (See more details.)
» Find more high yields on our list of best CD rates for the month.
Banking experience
5.0
NerdWallet ratingAs an online bank, Marcus by Goldman Sachs doesn’t have a branch network, so your options for accessing your accounts are online, by mobile app and over the phone. For questions, there’s a comprehensive FAQs section on the bank’s website, live chat for logged-in customers and a customer support phone line available 24/7.
The Marcus mobile apps for iOS and Android are highly rated and allow users to check balances and make transfers. But to deposit checks, you have to mail them.
How does Marcus by Goldman Sachs compare?
Current Product
 SoFi Checking and Savings Member FDIC |  CIT Bank Platinum Savings Member FDIC |  Citizens Online Savings Account Member FDIC | |
|---|---|---|---|
NerdWallet rating 5.0 /5 | NerdWallet rating 5.0 /5 | NerdWallet rating 4.5 /5 | NerdWallet rating 4.5 /5 |
APY 4.15% With $0 min. balance for APY | APY 4.30% With $0 min. balance for APY | APY 4.85% With $5,000 min. balance for APY | APY 4.50% With $0.01 min. balance for APY |
Bonus N/A | Bonus $250 Earn up to $250 with direct deposit. Terms apply. | Bonus N/A | Bonus N/A |
Learn more at Marcus by Goldman Sachs | Learn more at SoFi | Learn more at CIT Bank | Learn more at Citizens |
Methodology
NerdWallet’s overall ratings for banks and credit unions are weighted averages of several categories: checking, savings, certificates of deposit or credit union share certificates, banking experience and overdraft fees. Factors we consider, depending on the category, include rates and fees, ATM and branch access, account features and limits, user-facing technology, customer service and innovation. The stars represent ratings from poor (one star) to excellent (five stars). Ratings are rounded to the nearest half-star.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, Marcus is a legitimate set of banking products and services offered by Goldman Sachs. These services include savings accounts, certificates of deposit and personal loans.
Marcus by Goldman Sachs accounts are insured by the FDIC, and its apps have high ratings from both Apple and Google users.
The savings rate for Marcus’ savings account is 4.15% APY.
To withdraw money from the Marcus Online Savings Account, customers can transfer to an external bank account, wire transfer their funds or request a check.
No, Marcus is an online-only bank and does not have physical branches.
There is no minimum deposit requirement to open a Marcus Online Savings Account. However, if you don’t fund your account within 60 days of account opening, Marcus may close your account.
