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Marcus Bank (Member FDIC) offers a much better savings account rate than you'll find at a traditional bank. With fewer overhead costs than brick-and-mortar banks, online banks can pass savings on to customers through higher rates and lower fees. The best online banks (Marcus included) offer low or zero fees and APYs well above the average savings rate.