#12475: July 2020 Member Focus
Get the latest Educators Credit Union news in the July Member Focus! Learn about the extra chances to win in the Saver’s Sweepstakes, extended hours for WeCU and more!
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#12450: Reminders & Tips Regarding Mobile Banking Apps
We take great pride in the fact that Educators Credit Union’s Mobile Banking app is user friendly, efficient, and extremely safe and secure. We remind all members to be vigilant. As the public increases its use of mobile banking apps, the FBI anticipates cyber actors will continue to attempt to exploit these platforms. The FBI expects cyber actors to attempt … Read more
#12418: Junteenth: A Celebration of Freedom
Educators Credit Union is passionate about supporting an inclusive and equal society. With that goal in mind, Educators is proud to join our community in celebrating Juneteenth on June 19. Juneteenth is the celebration of slavery ending in America. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers reached Galveston, Texas with news that the Civil War had ended and the slaves were … Read more
#12347: A Message From Educators Credit Union Management
As we approach Educators’ 83rd Annual Meeting, we take the time to reflect on this past year and look to avenues to support our members moving forward. We have all faced challenges this past year with the pandemic, with the economy and with issues surrounding social justice. Members who are in need due to economic distress caused by COVID-19 or … Read more
#12251: 35 High School Seniors Awarded the 2020 Educators Credit Union Scholarship
Nearly three dozen high school seniors have cause to celebrate now that Educators Credit Union has selected its 2020 scholarship recipients! For the third straight year, Educators awarded 35 local students with $2,000 each to help pay for higher education. To receive the scholarship, they had to demonstrate one or more of our core values, attend a high school in … Read more
#12020: A Safe Way to Save on a Car
It’s time for the Educators and AutoWerks Spring Car Event1! From May 8 to 30, we are teaming up to help members save on their next vehicle purchase. During the event, members can take an additional $250 off already discount AutoWerks prices and get 1% of their loan or lease amount back (up to $500) on Educators leases and AutoWerks … Read more
#11996: The Cost of a Mortgage
Since monthly payments spread the cost of a mortgage loan over an extended period, it’s easy to forget the total expense. For example, if you borrow $200,000 for 30 years at 6% interest, your total repayment will be around $431,680, more than two times the original loan. What seems like minor differences in the interest rate can add up to … Read more
#11994: What to Know About Renting
Renting is often a cheaper way to live than owning a home. While the monthly payments can be as much or higher than a mortgage, you also need to factor in that you’re not paying property taxes and some other expenses are still worked into the rent. It’s crucial to know the full cost of renting so you know it’s … Read more
#11948: Update: Convenient Access to Your Account During the Pandemic
As an essential business, Educators Credit Union is open and here to help our members access their accounts safely and securely. We’ve been working hard to give you access to your money, while still keeping all of our members, our staff and the community safe. Remember: your account is insured up to $250,000 per depositor by the NCUA. Here’s how … Read more
#11883: Save a Trip to the Branch
Educators Credit Union offers many digital services to help you save yourself a trip to the branch. We made a quick cheat sheet to help you find a service that will save yourself a drive and some time! Need to make a withdrawal? Get cash from one of our 50,000 fee-free nationwide ATMs! Using the Branches & ATMs page of … Read more