Start Organising Your Savings Online

One of the main benefits of online banking is the flexibility that comes with it; you have access to your accounts 24 hours a day, 365 days a year from absolutely anywhere where internet connection is possible.

Having access to your savings with such speed and convenience means you can avoid queuing at your local branch or spending too much time with telephone banking. Most major banks in the UK now offer online banking to customers, with many choosing to carry out their banking via the World Wide Web.

Many transactions can be carried out online, from simply checking your balance to making payments. As you can instantly view transactions and statements online, it becomes much easier to control your savings when compared to the traditional monthly paper statement. It is also very easy to move money between accounts, so if you chose to set up both an online current account and savings account, you could transfer funds between the two with just a few clicks of the button.

Due to the savings that banks can generate from carrying out transactions online, preferential interest rates are becoming available for e-bankers, which is particularly good news for savers. The higher the interest rate you can secure for your savings the better; opting to bank online can help you in doing so.

Preferential rates and benefits aside, the different types of savings account available online are similar to those offered on the high street. Most savings accounts pay interest on an annual basis; however you should also look out for savings accounts that offer introductory rates or bonuses as this can be an easy way to secure even better terms. Therefore, spend a little time researching the different types of account and make sure you pick the best one for your requirements.

But if you're worried you might not be able to stick to your savings plan then why not set up a standing order? That way, your savings account is topped up every month without fail. In fact, it might be possible to arrange this online, especially if you already have a current and/or savings account with the same provider.