Access Credit Union is a cooperative financial institution,
owned and controlled by the people who use its services.
These people are members. It serves groups that share
something in common, such as where they work, live or
go to church or school.
The Credit Union is not-for-profit, and exists to provide
a safe, convenient place for members to save money and
to get loans at reasonable rates.
Like other financial institutions, Access Credit Union
is closely regulated. And it operates in a very prudent
manner. The National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund,
administered by the National Credit Union Administration,
an agency of the federal government, insures deposits
of Credit Union members. Deposits are insured up to
$100,000.
What makes your credit union different from a bank
or a savings & loan? Like credit unions, these financial
institutions accept deposits and make loans - but unlike
credit unions, they are in business to make a profit.
Banks and savings & loans are owned by stockholders
whose interests include earning a healthy return on
their investments.
A professional staff handles the day-to-day operation
of the credit union in accordance with the state and
federal regulations. Elected by and from the membership,
the Board of Directors is responsible for setting the
policies and establishing guidelines.
Your accounts are federally insured up to $100,000 by
the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), a U.S.
government agency, and independent audits are conducted
regularly to ensure proper handling of funds.
Your Credit Union provides services to meet your changing
needs throughout your lifetime. From youth to retirement,
"once a member, always a member" is the policy.
Even if you move, retire or change employers, your membership
is here for you.
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