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Members with direct deposit and a Free Checking¹ account get paid up to two days sooner with CU1 Early Pay², no special steps required.

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Checking 4.75% APY ³ More Info Disclosures

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Share Certificate (CD) 3.25% APY ⁴ More Info Disclosures

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36-72 Months 5.49% APR ⁵ More Info Disclosures

Auto Loan Rates as Low as 5.49% APR⁵

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Drea is smart, helpful, and beautiful. Thank you so much for your help darling. ❤️

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Angelica at the Matteson branch helped me with opening my account. She did an excellent job explained everything throughout the process. She was prompt and quick! Would highly recommend her!

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Karla was extremely helpful!

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David is the best if it wasn't for him we would probably change banks. David always puts our needs first.

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I had a wonderful experience during my recent visit with the assistance I received from Jaleesha. She was friendly, knowledgeable and thorough in her efforts to address my concerns and resolve my issue. I appreciated her friendly nature and the patience she had as she researched and then explained details for my understanding. I would highly recommend this branch location, bonus stars if you are a... See More

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My experience was excellent at credit union one location in north lake your representative Edward ,mellisa, Antonio was great help with helping me get a credit card and was very nice and polite I appreciate your services and will recommend credit union one to all my family and friends

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Went to credit union talked to Gwen she was very helpful and informative Process was quick and painless Would highly recommend her to help with all your financial issues

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I just wanted to stop by and say Willetta has great customer service. I wasn’t in the office very long at all. Come see her!!!!!

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My experience each time I visit Plano Credit Union is always excellent.All of the tellers and managers are kind and helpful and very competent. You will not find a better group of people anywhere !!

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We had a wonderful experience with credit 1 .Your team member Angela at the Evergreen branch was so helpful to myself and my husband. She made our transaction easy and explained all the documents. She us truly a knowledgeable and friendly worker. Made our experience a special one. A special thanks to Jimmy also he was helpful to us.

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The customer service at the Evergreen Park location was amazing. Angela made my loan process quick and easy.

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I am very Impressed with Leslie Rosado dedication with providing top- notch customer service regarding opening my new account. Her qualities , professionalism and patience is very outstanding. Leslie really goes the extra mile to help an find the best solution to best fit your needs it’s not often that you meet a banker with such a high level of commitment and helpfulness but that is she. I reall... See More

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I am posting this review on the basis of the excellent & attentive service that I received from your teller, Robin @ the Credit Union 1 located on 828 S. Wolcott Ave. in Chicago. She was very professional, friendly & extremely helpful. She also went above & beyond with helping me sort out a Zelle issue on my app. She helped me with this issue in less than 5 mins. & I couldn’t even get that help f... See More

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Antonio made me and my son day! Customer service was excellent! He accommodated us when it was close to closing! Antonio is top tier!

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Chacen Hernandez was fast and cheerful and helpful, we set up checking and savings in just over 1 hour

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Good financial health is a journey, with lots of learning along the way. Whether you are signing up for your first checking account or planning for retirement, Credit Union 1 wants to pass along your knowledge. Because our first love is banking, and our first priority is helping you achieve your goals.

What's the Difference Between a Credit Union and a Bank?

When it comes to managing your finances, there are options beyond traditional banks—credit unions. Credit unions are financial institutions that offer similar services but operate differently than banks.

Auto Refinancing 101: Rev Up Your Savings

Auto refinancing can be a savvy financial move for car owners who want to save money on their auto loan. Whether you're looking to lower your monthly payments, reduce the amount of interest you pay over the life of the loan, or simply find better member service with a new lender, refinancing your auto loan can help you achieve your goals. In this day and age, every penny counts, and auto refinancing is just one way to put a little extra cash back in your pocket.

What is the Difference Between a HELOC and HELOAN?

Your home is an asset, and its value can help you reach other financial goals sooner. A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) and a Home Equity Loan (HELOAN) are both forms of borrowing that use the equity in your home as collateral.

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There is a $25 minimum deposit to open, or setup a minimum $500 direct deposit to the Free Checking account.

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Early access to direct deposit funds is a free, automatic feature and depends on the timing of the submission of the payment file from the payer. We generally make these funds available on the day the payment file is received, which may be up to 2 days earlier than the scheduled payment date. Standard fraud prevention restrictions apply. If your deposit doesn't arrive early, expect it to arrive on your scheduled payday.

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APY= Annual Percentage Yield. Fees could reduce earnings on the account. Rate is subject to change without notice. The rate may change after the account is opened and without notice. Dividends calculated using Average Daily Balance. Requirements to earn the current declared High Yield Checking rate on balances up to $10,000: You must (1) be enrolled in digital banking by registering for CU1’s digital banking service and create a password, (2) be enrolled in eStatements for the account in which the High Yield Checking Account is established, (3) have at least 15 CU1 Bill Pay or CU1 Visa® debit card transactions per calendar month (or a combination of the two), excluding ATM transactions, in the High Yield Checking Account, and (4) have minimum aggregate deposits totaling $1,000 deposited into the High Yield Checking per calendar month. Balances over $10,000 will earn 0.01% APY. Transactions that are pending on your High Yield Checking account and have not posted as of the end of the calendar month qualification cycle, will not count as qualifying transaction for that calendar month cycle. If Requirements are not met, balances will earn 0.01% APY. Deposits, bill pay transactions, and/or debit card transactions made to any other account or sub account belonging to the account owner, or any joint owner, will not apply to these High Yield checking requirements.

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APY= Annual Percentage Yield. Fees could reduce earnings on the account. Rates are subject to change without notice. The rate may change after the account is opened.

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Rate discounts are available to qualified borrowers. Ask an employee for details. APR= Annual Percentage Rate. Rates, terms and conditions are subject to change and may vary based on creditworthiness, qualifications and collateral conditions. All loans subject to approval. Auto Loans have a $5,000 minimum loan amount, a minimum 36-month term, and a floor rate of 5.49% APR. There is a $49 Processing Fee on all new auto loans (2025 and newer). There is a $124 Processing Fee on all used auto loans (2024 and older).

Best Credit Financing Examples: An Auto Loan of $20,000 at 5.49% APR for a 36-month term would result in a monthly payment of approximately $603.83. An Auto Loan of $20,000 at 5.99% APR for a 84-month term would result in a monthly payment of approximately $292.08. An Auto Loan of $20,000 at 9.49% APR for a 72-month term would result in a monthly payment of approximately $365.39. An Auto Loan of $20,000 at 9.99% APR for a 72-month term would result in a monthly payment of approximately $370.42. An Auto Loan of $20,000 at 10.49% APR for a 60-month term would result in a monthly payment of approximately $429.78.

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Auto Loan Rates as Low as 5.49% APR⁵

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1 Stop Financial Learning

What's the Difference Between a Credit Union and a Bank?

Auto Refinancing 101: Rev Up Your Savings

What is the Difference Between a HELOC and HELOAN?

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Free Checking Get Paid Sooner

Rates to ReachYour Goals

Auto Loan Rates as Low as 5.49% APR5

Bank Anytime, Anywhere

2025 CU1 Amp Pre-Sale Tickets

1 Stop Financial Learning

What's the Difference Between a Credit Union and a Bank?

Auto Refinancing 101: Rev Up Your Savings

What is the Difference Between a HELOC and HELOAN?

Credit Union 1 is celebrating 65 years of helping individuals, families and communities reach their financial goals. Learn More

Bank With Us

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Rates to Reach
Your Goals

Auto Loan Rates as Low as 5.49% APR⁵