Individual Retirement Accounts
It's Never Too Late to Save
As your community bank, we encourage you to prep for retirement sooner than later — and guess what? It's never too late to save.*
Ira
| DECISION BASICS | |
| 2026 Contribution Limit | $7,500 / $8,600 (50+) |
| Types Available | Traditional & Roth |
| Minimum Deposit | $1,000 |
Why Save for Retirement With BRB?
Local Guidance. Trusted Results.
Community Banking Trust
As your community bank, we help you prep for retirement — and it's never too late to save.
Competitive Interest
Earn competitive interest above standard savings rates on your retirement savings.
No Setup or Maintenance Fees
No setup fees and no monthly or annual maintenance fees — every dollar works toward your goal.
FDIC Insured
IRA deposits at BRB are FDIC insured up to $250,000 per ownership category.
How It Works
Saving for Retirement in 3 Steps
1
Open Your IRA
Choose Traditional or Roth based on your tax strategy. Open with a $1,000 minimum deposit — no setup or maintenance fees.
2
Contribute on Your Schedule
Contribute up to $7,500 per year ($8,600 if 50+, as of 2026). Make lump-sum deposits or contribute over time.
3
Grow Tax-Advantaged
Earn competitive interest — tax-deferred in a Traditional IRA or tax-free at withdrawal in a Roth.*
Traditional vs. Roth
Which Is Right for You?
There are advantages to both. The biggest difference is when you see the most advantage — a Traditional IRA provides potential tax relief today, while a Roth IRA has the potential for the most tax benefit at the time of retirement.
TAX RELIEF TODAY
Potential Tax Relief Today
A Traditional IRA provides potential tax relief now — contributions may be tax-deductible and earnings grow tax-deferred until you withdraw, usually when you're in a lower tax bracket.
- No income limits to open
- No minimum contribution requirement
- $1,000.00 minimum balance to open
- Contributions may be tax deductible*
- Earnings are tax deferred until withdrawal (when usually in lower tax bracket)
- Withdrawals can begin at age 59½
- Early withdrawals subject to penalty**
- Mandatory withdrawals at age 73
Best for: Those who want potential tax relief today and expect a lower tax rate in retirement
TAX BENEFIT LATER
The Most Benefit at Retirement
A Roth IRA has the potential for the most tax benefit at the time of retirement. Contributions are made with after-tax dollars, but earnings are 100% tax free at withdrawal.*
- Income limits to be eligible to open a Roth IRA***
- Contributions are NOT tax deductible
- $1,000.00 minimum balance to open
- Earnings are 100% tax free at withdrawal*
- Principal contributions can be withdrawn without penalty*
- Withdrawals on interest can begin at age 59½
- Early withdrawals on interest subject to penalty**
- No mandatory distribution age
- No age limit on making contributions as long as you have earned income
Best for: Those who want the most tax benefit at retirement and expect a higher tax rate later
Helpful Answers
Good Questions, Straight Answers
Plain answers, no jargon.
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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A TRADITIONAL AND ROTH IRA?
There are advantages to both. One of the biggest differences is when you see the most advantage: a Traditional IRA provides potential tax relief today, while a Roth IRA has the potential for the most tax benefit at the time of retirement.
HOW MUCH CAN I CONTRIBUTE?
Annual contribution limits apply — $7,500 as of 2026. An additional $1,100.00 'catch-up' contribution is allowed for ages 50+, for a total of $8,600.00. Limits apply across all your IRAs combined. See the IRS for current limits.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM DEPOSIT TO OPEN AN IRA?
A $1,000.00 minimum deposit is required to open an IRA (Traditional or Roth). There are no setup fees and no monthly or annual maintenance fees.
WHEN CAN I WITHDRAW FROM MY IRA?
Traditional IRA withdrawals can begin at age 59½, with early withdrawals subject to penalty** and mandatory withdrawals at age 73. With a Roth IRA, principal contributions can be withdrawn without penalty*, and withdrawals on interest can begin at age 59½.
ARE THERE INCOME LIMITS?
There are no income limits to open a Traditional IRA, but there are income considerations for deductibility. A Roth IRA has income limits to be eligible to open.*** For the most current limits, see the IRS website. Consult a tax advisor.
DO I HAVE TO HAVE EARNED INCOME TO CONTRIBUTE TO AN IRA?
Yes, the IRS requires individuals to have taxable earned income (such as wages, salaries, tips, or self-employment earnings) to contribute to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). You cannot fund an IRA using only unearned income like investment dividends, interest, or social security benefits.
WHAT IS A SELF-DIRECTED IRA?
If you're considering a Self-Directed IRA, speak with a representative of BRB Trust to review your strategy, goals, and approach.
ARE IRA DEPOSITS FDIC INSURED?
Yes. IRA deposits held at Blue Ridge Bank are FDIC insured up to $250,000 per ownership category.
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*Subject to conditions. Consult a tax advisor.
**Certain exceptions apply, such as healthcare, purchasing first home, etc.
***Consult a tax advisor.
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- Estimated Annual Rewards $0
- Estimated monthly interest earned* $0
- Monthly ATM fees refunded**$0
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Business Certificates of Deposit Rates
| Term | Interest Rate | APY* | Min. Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 – 5 Months | 1.49% | 1.50% | $1,000 |
| 6 Months | 1.59% | 1.60% | $1,000 |
| 7 – 11 Months | 1.69% | 1.70% | $1,000 |
| 12 Months | 1.79% | 1.80% | $1,000 |
| 13 – 23 Months | 1.29% | 1.30% | $1,000 |
| 24 – 35 Months | 1.34% | 1.35% | $1,000 |
| 36 – 47 Months | 1.39% | 1.40% | $1,000 |
| 48 – 59 Months | 1.44% | 1.45% | $1,000 |
| 60 Months+ | 1.49% | 1.50% | $1,000 |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $1,000. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Business Money Market Rates
| Balance | Rate | APY** |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $24,999.99 | 0.25% | 0.25% |
| $25,000 – $49,999.99 | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| $50,000 – $99,999.99 | 1.50% | 1.53% |
| $100,000 – $249,999.99 | 2.00% | 2.03% |
| $250,000 – $499,999.99 | 2.20% | 2.23% |
| $500,000 – $999,999.99 | 2.55% | 2.58% |
| $1,000,000 – $2,999,999.99 | 2.74% | 2.78% |
| $3,000,000 – $4,999,999.99 | 2.94% | 2.98% |
| $5,000,000 and Greater | 3.18% | 3.23% |
**Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $2,500.00. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Business Savings Rates
| Balance | Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| $500.00 | 0.10% | 0.10% |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $500.00. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Business with Interest Rates
| Balance | Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000.00 | 0.10% | 0.10% |
*APY accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $100.00. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Certificate of Deposit Specials Rates
| Term | Rate | APY* | Min. Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Months | 3.71% | 3.75% | $1,000 |
| 10 Months | 3.94% | 4.00% | $1,000 |
| 15 Months | 3.94% | 4.00% | $1,000 |
| 23 Months | 3.99% | 4.05% | $1,000 |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective as of 10/15/2026. Limited-time offer. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $1,000. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Charitable Checking Rates
| Product | Interest Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| Charitable Account | 0.10% | 0.10% |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $500.00. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Consumer Certificates of Deposit Rates
| Term | Interest Rate | APY** | Min. Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 – 5 Months | 1.49% | 1.50% | $1,000 |
| 6 Months | 1.59% | 1.60% | $1,000 |
| 7 – 11 Months | 1.69% | 1.70% | $1,000 |
| 12 Months | 1.79% | 1.80% | $1,000 |
| 13 – 17 Months | 1.89% | 1.90% | $1,000 |
| 18 – 23 Months | 1.29% | 1.30% | $1,000 |
| 24 – 35 Months | 1.34% | 1.35% | $1,000 |
| 36 – 47 Months | 1.39% | 1.40% | $1,000 |
| 48 – 59 Months | 1.44% | 1.45% | $1,000 |
| 60 Months+ | 1.49% | 1.50% | $1,000 |
**Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $1,000. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
First Honor Checking Rates
| Product | Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| First Honor Checking | 1.50% | 1.51% |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) for First Honor Checking is 1.51%. APY accurate and effective as of 10/15/26. Rates may change after account is opened. Fees may reduce earnings. Minimum balance to open account is $50.00. A $10 service fee applies if the account balance falls below the minimum balance requirement of $1,000.
Golden Advantage Certificate of Deposit & Specials Rates
| Term | Interest Rate | APY* | Min. Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Months | 3.99% | 4.05% | $1,000 |
| 30 Months | 4.04% | 4.10% | $1,000 |
| 36 Months | 1.39% | 1.40% | $1,000 |
| 48 Months | 1.44% | 1.45% | $1,000 |
| 60 Months | 1.49% | 1.50% | $1,000 |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) effective as of 10/15/2026. Golden Advantage members (age 55+) receive a rate bonus over standard CD specials. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $1,000. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Golden Advantage Money Market
| Balance | Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| $2,500.00 and Greater | 2.83% | 2.88% |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026 This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $2,500.00. Avoid the monthly service fee by maintaining a $2,500.00 minimum daily balance. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings.
Golden Advantage Plus Checking Rates
| Balance | Interest Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| $0.00 – $2,499.99 | 0.03% | 0.03% |
| $2,500.00 – $24,999.99 | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| $25,000.00 – $49,999.99 | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| $50,000.00 and Greater | 0.08% | 0.08% |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $2,500.00. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Health Savings Rates
| Product | Rate | APY‡ |
|---|---|---|
| Health Savings Account | 0.15% | 0.15% |
‡Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open and to obtain APY is $100. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Kasasa Cash® Rates
| Balance | Min. Deposit to Open | Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.01 – $15,000.99 | $100 | 4.41% | 4.50% |
| $15,001.00 and Greater | n/a | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| All balances if qualifications not met | n/a | 0.01% | 0.01% |
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. APYs accurate as of 10/15/2026. Rates may change after account is opened. If qualifications are met each monthly qualification cycle: domestic ATM fees are reimbursed up to $20; balances up to $15,000.99 receive 4.50% APY; balances over $15,001.00 earn 0.05%. If qualifications are not met, all balances earn 0.01% APY. Interest earned in Kasasa Cash is automatically transferred to Kasasa Saver each statement cycle. Fees may reduce earnings.
Kasasa Saver® Rates
| Balance | Min. Deposit to Open | Interest Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.01 – $100,000.99 | $100.00 | 2.96% | 3.00% |
| $100,001 and Greater | $100.00 | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| All balances if qualifications not met | $100.00 | 0.01% | 0.01% |
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. APYs accurate as of 10/15/2026. Rates may change after account is opened. If Kasasa Cash qualifications are met each monthly cycle, Kasasa Saver balances up to $100,000.99 receive 3.00% APY; balances over $100,001 earn 0.05%. If qualifications are not met, all balances earn 0.01% APY. Fees may reduce earnings.
Money Market Tiered Rates
| Balance | Interest Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| $0.00 – $2,499.99 | 0.25% | 0.25% |
| $2,500 – $9,999.99 | 0.50% | 0.50% |
| $10,000 – $24,999.99 | 0.75% | 0.75% |
| $25,000.00 – $49,999.99 | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| $50,000.00 – $99,999.99 | 1.25% | 1.25% |
| $100,000.00 – $249,999.99 | 2.395% | 2.43% |
| $250,000.00 – $999,999.99 | 2.49% | 2.53% |
| $1,000,000 and Greater | 2.49% | 2.53% |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $2,500.00. Avoid the $11 monthly service fee by maintaining a $2,500.00 minimum daily balance. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings.
Municipal Money Market
| Balance | Rate | APY** |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $24,999.99 | 0.25% | 0.25% |
| $25,000 – $49,999.99 | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| $50,000 – $99,999.99 | 1.36% | 1.38% |
| $100,000.00 – $249,999.99 | 1.85% | 1.88% |
| $250,000.00 – $499,999.99 | 2.05% | 2.08% |
| $500,000.00 – $999,999.99 | 2.40% | 2.43% |
| $1,000,000.00 – $2,999,999.99 | 2.59% | 2.63% |
| $3,000,000.00 – $4,999,999.99 | 2.78% | 2.83% |
| $5,000,000.00 and Greater | 3.03% | 3.08% |
**Municipal Money Market: Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open and to obtain APY is $1,000.00. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Personal Savings Rates
| Product | Rate | APY* |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Savings | 0.10% | 0.10% |
*Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $100. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.
Youth Savings Rates
| Product | Rate | APY** |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Savings | 0.10% | 0.10% |
**Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate and effective as of 10/15/2026. This rate is subject to change. Minimum balance to open is $10. Certain restrictions and conditions may apply. Fees may reduce earnings. Ask us for complete details.