Credit Unions
Credit Unions are very similar to banks, but credit unions have some unique characteristics that make the institution different. Is a credit union better than a bank? It depends. Read up on how credit unions work and how credit unions compare to banks.
Fast Facts About Credit Unions
Most people never notice the differences between a credit unions and banks. However, as an educated consumer looking to get the best deals (that is you, right?) you should know how the institutions differ. By reading these fast facts about credit unions, you’ll know what to expect.
Most people never notice the differences between a credit unions and banks. However, as an educated consumer looking to get the best deals (that is you, right?) you should know how the institutions differ. By reading these fast facts about credit unions, you’ll know what to expect.
How to Open a Credit Union Account - 3 Easy Steps
Opening an account at a credit union is fairly easy. This page covers the three basic steps required to open a credit union account.
Opening an account at a credit union is fairly easy. This page covers the three basic steps required to open a credit union account.
Audio: Overview of Credit Unions
A great introductory story on what credit unions are and how they work. This is a free audio stream (RealAudio format) that runs about 6 minutes long. Access the story at Marketplace Money.
A great introductory story on what credit unions are and how they work. This is a free audio stream (RealAudio format) that runs about 6 minutes long. Access the story at Marketplace Money.
NCUA - National Credit Union Association
The National Credit Union Association (NCUA) is a government agency responsible for oversight of credit unions…
The National Credit Union Association (NCUA) is a government agency responsible for oversight of credit unions…
National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (NCUSIF)
National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (NCUSIF) is a government backed insurance fund for credit union deposits similar to FDIC insurance for banks.
National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (NCUSIF) is a government backed insurance fund for credit union deposits similar to FDIC insurance for banks.
Printable Overview of Credit Unions
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), a U.S. Government agency, has prepared a great introduction. It briefly explains what credit unions are and how credit union membership works.
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), a U.S. Government agency, has prepared a great introduction. It briefly explains what credit unions are and how credit union membership works.
Credit Union Rates vs Bank Rates
This site shows an up to date comparison of average rates for savings accounts and loans.
This site shows an up to date comparison of average rates for savings accounts and loans.
Why Join a Credit Union?
This article highlights the benefits of joining a credit union. There are plenty!
This article highlights the benefits of joining a credit union. There are plenty!
Find a Credit Union in the U.S.
Do you want to open an account at a credit union but don't know where to go? Start here! The National Credit Union Administration has a comprehensive tool for finding a credit union. You can even narrow your search to credit unions with certain membership criteria and charters.
Do you want to open an account at a credit union but don't know where to go? Start here! The National Credit Union Administration has a comprehensive tool for finding a credit union. You can even narrow your search to credit unions with certain membership criteria and charters.
Share Savings Account
Definition of share savings account. A credit union account…
Definition of share savings account. A credit union account…
Find a Credit Union Worldwide
Do you want to open an account at a credit union but don't know where to go? Start here for a listing by state. You can even find credit unions outside the U.S. Keep in mind that some credit unions only allow certain groups (area employees, residents, etc) to become members.
Do you want to open an account at a credit union but don't know where to go? Start here for a listing by state. You can even find credit unions outside the U.S. Keep in mind that some credit unions only allow certain groups (area employees, residents, etc) to become members.