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Member Perks
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  • Use a certificate to secure a low-rate loan
  • Borrow up to the balance in your certificate
  • Fixed rate is 3% above pledged certificate dividend rate
  • Funds on deposits continue to earn dividends
  • Same term as the certificate
  • When ready, visit a branch to open this account!
Disclosures
10-day grace period on payments. Payments can be made in branch, by phone, by mail, via online banking or direct deposit. The terms of repayment, which reflect the repayment obligations over the full term of the loan, including any balloon payment (i.e. 48 monthly payments of $22.85 per $1,000 borrowed. Rate 3% + saving dividend 1.60% = 4.60%)

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*APR=Annual Percentage Rate. +APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates and yields are subject to change without notice.
A member in good standing meets all membership requirements, including maintaining the $5 par value in the required savings account. Member must not be suspended, expelled, or withdrawn from membership and should be current on dues or payments. This status ensures full access to credit union services, products, and voting rights.
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