1. Accepting deposits
2. Providing a convenient means of making payments
3.
Lending to customers
4. Other
services
1. ACCEPTING DEPOSITS
Savings
Account
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These are known as time deposits or deposit
accounts.
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Seven days notice of withdrawal is required.
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Interest is paid on these accounts.
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There are no bank charges for operating such
an account.
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It is suitable for investors with small
savings.
Fixed
Deposit:
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Large amounts of money can be deposited for a
fixed period.
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Higher rates of interest are paid on this
account.
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There are no bank charges for this account.
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A certificate of deposit is given to the
accountholder.
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Money deposited can be withdrawn only when
the specified date expires.
Current / cheque accounts
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Money can be deposited and withdrawn at any
time.
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Overdrafts, standing orders, direct debits
and credit transfers are allowed on these accounts.
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No interest is paid on these accounts.
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There are bank charges for operating such
accounts.
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It is suitable for businessmen, who need to
deposit and withdraw money at any time.
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