Chances are when you open your wallet, you’ll find some type of plastic payment card. In fact, the average American credit cardholder has 3.5 cards, according a recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. That same report also notes that 80% of consumers currently have a debit card, and 78% have at least one credit card. This means most consumers have a choice when they pay with plastic. Learn More
History Will Soon Repeat Itself. We’re Proud To Say We’re Working On Our Next Special Patronage Dividend. 12-12-2011
Last year, you may recall MECU returned more than $1 million to its members in the form of a Special Patronage Dividend. It was our not-so-little way of proving to you that we really do put you first. The goods news is, we’re doing it again! Learn More
Save Big On Your Most Important Investment. Your Mortgage. 12-05-2011
Chances are, your mortgage payment is your biggest monthly expense. With mortgage rates at historic lows, it makes sense to consider refinancing. Learn More
Now Enjoy The Option To Save And Invest With Your HSA. 11-04-2011
You’re already familiar with the special benefits of having a Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay medical expenses. The good news is, MECU now offers you more than one way to grow your HSA. Learn More
Know Someone Fed Up With Fees? Help Them Say ”Bye” To Their Bank. 11-01-2011
By all accounts, Bank Transfer Day on November 5 was highly successful in fostering a greater awareness of credit unions and expressing outrage over what so many believe are the excessive and exorbitant fees banks are levying on their customers. Learn More
Introducing The 5/5 ARM — The Loan That Locks In Your Adjustable Rate For Five Years At A Time. 10-24-2011
If you’re considering financing a home purchase or refinancing your existing mortgage from another lender, consider this. The new 5/5 ARM from MECU lets you lock in a great low rate today for five years, then adjusts your rate once every five years after that. Learn More
How Great Are MECU’s Rates? Use Our New Comparison Tool And See. 10-20-2011
At MECU, we know how valuable your hard-earned money is. We strive to offer our members the most competitive rates possible. On all our loans. And all our savings products. Learn More
Retire Without A Mortgage With MECU’s Special New Loan! 10-11-2011
For many people, a carefree retirement means life without the burden of a mortgage. We can help make it happen. Learn More
Card Fraud Protection Starts With Knowledge. 10-11-2011
In 2010, nearly 77% of the U.S. population had a credit card and used it to perform 20 billion transactions worth $1.9 trillion, reports the Federal Reserve. In that same year, the Fed estimates there were 520 million debit cards in circulation, which were used to perform transactions worth $1.3 trillion. Learn More
At MECU, We Really Do Put You First. 10-07-2011
You may be aware that Bank of America, the nation’s largest bank, recently announced that it will begin to charge customers a monthly fee when they use their debit cards for purchases. Wells Fargo and Chase are testing monthly debit card fees, and other national and regional banks are expected to follow suit. Learn More
Refinance Your Auto Loan And Take Up To 90 Days To Make Your First Payment. 10-03-2011
Have an auto loan with another institution? Right now, you can refinance it with MECU and defer your first MECU loan payment for up to 90 days. Learn More
Forecasts Call For Mobile Banking Growth, Innovation. 09-26-2011
Consumers across the country have a few things in common: They want convenient access and personalized service, and they want them delivered where and when they want it. When it comes to satisfying these preferences, financial services organizations constantly look to evolve their channels for service delivery. A component of this service evolution is mobile banking. Learn More
Mortgage Refinancing Can Help Eliminate Debt Faster And Save Money For Borrowers 09-19-2011
One positive aspect for consumers from lingering slow growth in the U.S. economy is historically low mortgage interest rates. Rates on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages hit a new low this month, based on Freddie Mac records dating to 1971. And rates on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages reached a new low based on records dating to 1991. Learn More
Now’s The Time To Get A Great Auto Deal. At An Outstanding Low Rate. 09-08-2011
With the fall season approaching, two things are certain. Leaves will be falling and car prices will be coming down, as car dealers clear inventories to make room for new models. Learn More
Now You Can Earn Money With Every Purchase You Make. 09-01-2011
Imagine earning money just for spending it. Great news — now at MECU, you can! Learn More
In Today’s Turbulent Financial Markets, We Can Help You Chart A Steady Course. 08-25-2011
Wondering what to make of your finances and future these days? Who isn’t? Volatility in the financial markets not only raises fear, it creates uncertainty. Learn More
Keep Up With Your Money – Wherever And Whenever. 08-22-2011
We know life is hectic enough without having to go out of your way to do your banking. That’s why MECU offers all kinds of ways to help you manage your money when and where it’s most convenient for you. Learn More
Riding Out The Investment Storm. 08-17-2011
Watching the stock market recently — specifically the Dow Index — an investor could be forgiven for feeling pangs of seasickness. Learn More
Let’s Make A (Mortgage) Deal: Foreclosures And Short Sales 08-11-2011
The past few years have seen nothing short of a spectacular realignment of property values in the U.S. These extraordinary circumstances have led to a surge in opportunities for home buyers to find bargains in the market. Learn More
Hurry! You Can Still Get Movie Tickets And A Dinner When You Join MECU. 08-05-2011
Due to popular demand, we have extended our special membership offer: Join MECU and open a savings and checking account, and we'll give you a $25 Restaurant.com gift certificate and two Fandango movie tickets. Activate direct deposit and get another $25 Restaurant.com gift certificate. Learn More
New Lower Rates Make Buying A Home More Affordable! 08-23-2011
MECU just reduced rates on its most popular mortgage products. Learn More
MECU Higher Learning Scholarship Winners Announced. 07-22-2011
Six college-bound MECU members have won the first MECU Higher Learning Scholarships. Learn More
Buying A Car Right Now Requires More Thought. 07-22-2011
If you want to experience a shock to your system, try pricing a used car this summer. Learn More
Buying A Home? Opportunity Is Knocking With An FHA Loan From MECU. 07-19-2011
Now is a great time to buy a home. Prices are down. Rates are outstanding. And opportunities abound. Learn More
Let CarQuotes Land You A Car You’ll Love. 07-19-2011
Getting the best possible price on a car doesn’t have to be an ordeal. At MECU, we offer a special service that does the important legwork, research and even negotiating for you. Learn More
If You’ve Got A Dream, We Have A Loan. 07-12-2011
At MECU, we have a 72-year tradition of doing what’s right for our members. A huge part of that philosophy is providing loans that help individuals and families lead a more rewarding lifestyle. Learn More
H-S-A Spells Relief For Health Care Costs. 06-24-2011
Here's a way to hold down ballooning health care expenses: A Health Saving Account (HSA) at MECU. Learn More
Judging Begins To Determine 2011 MECU Higher Learning Scholarship Winners. 06-24-2011
Judging has begun to determine the winners of the first MECU Higher Learning Scholarship. Learn More
Member Alert: Phishing Attempts Are Taking Aim At Credit Union Members. 06-20-2011
A text phishing scam targeting credit union members, including MECU’s, tells recipients their credit or debit card has been locked or deactivated and instructs them to call a phone number. Learn More
With a Home Equity Line of Credit, Get the Cash You Need. The Second You Need It. 06-09-2011
With a home equity line of credit from MECU, you can use the money for whatever you wish — such as making home improvements, financing college expenses, consolidating bills, even buying a car. Learn More
Join MECU, Get Movie Tickets, Dinner. And A Financial Partner Committed To Helping You Get Ahead. 06-01-2011
Hungry for great financial solutions? Join MECU and we’ll also treat you to a great dinner. Learn More
Take Advantage Of An Introductory 0% APR On The MECU Visa Platinum Card. 05-25-2011
Chances are, you know what a great time-saving tool a credit card can be. But did you know that an MECU Visa Platinum card can also be a terrific money-saver as well? Learn More
Few Things Are More Exciting Than Getting A New Car. 05-13-2011
If what you’re driving now has lost its allure, we can help you regain that lost spark. Learn More
A Home Should Provide Comfort. So Should Your Loan. 05-04-2011
At MECU, we take great pride in providing our members the finest financial products and personal service. It’s a tradition we’ve embraced since 1939. Learn More
2010 Annual Report Now Available 03-24-2011
MECU has just released its 2010 annual report detailing its financial results for last year, and there’s plenty of positive news to share. Learn More
Go Green This Spring By Switching To eStatements 03-22-2011
Did you know you can save time and money and help the environment, just by switching from paper statements to eStatements? Learn More
If You've Got A Dream, We Have A Loan 02-23-2011
While some lenders may have curtailed credit for their customers during the economic crunch, MECU has been making loans to our members all along, and we’ve still got plenty of money to lend. Learn More
Welcome To Our All-New Web Site 02-21-2011
It’s here, and it’s more convenient and helpful than ever! At MECU, we’re excited to tell you there’s a lot to explore and discover. Our new, shortened URL (mecu.org) is just the first change you’ll notice about this brand new site. Learn More
Special Patronage Dividend: Use More MECU Services, And You Could Earn More Dividends 02-08-2011
At the end of 2010, MECU paid a Special Patronage Dividend of more than $1 million to credit union members. The formula used to calculate the dividend may have been complex, but the idea behind it was simple: the more credit union services you used during the past year, the more you earned. Learn More