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People Helping People: Meet Our 75th Anniversary Car Giveaway Winner

We wrapped up our 75th anniversary with a car giveaway for a deserving member and her family. Read how it changed their lives. …

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Mobile Deposit Just Got Better: Deposit Multiple Checks at Once

Deposit multiple checks at once using the Members 1st mobile app—saving time, taps and trips to the branch.…

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What It Means to Be Member-Owned

When you join a credit union, you aren't just becoming a member—you're an owner! We explain what that actually means. …

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Refer Friends and Earn up to $500 in Gift Cards per Year

Earn up to $500 a year in Amazon eGift Cards by referring friends and family to join Members 1st through the Digital Referral program.…

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Introducing: 1st Defense™ Checking—Security, Savings, Perks

1st Defense™ checking gives you everyday checking features, plus built-in protection, savings and perks—all for just $6.95 a month.…

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Get the Most Out of a Business Membership with Members 1st Federal Credit Union

Unlock personalized service, powerful tools and community-focused support with a Members 1st business membership—designed to help your company grow and thrive.…

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Unlocking Financial Flexibility: Our Skip-A-Pay Service Explained

When life gets expensive, Skip-A-Pay offers temporary breathing room by letting members postpone a loan payment when they need it most.…

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8 Reasons Why You Need Mobile Banking

Online banking has become increasingly popular over the last few years—and for good reason.…

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Top 5 Questions the Contact Center Receives: Asked and Answered

We sat down with our Contact Center team to learn the most common questions you are asking. Check out our top FAQs and how our digital banking services can help you answer these questions. Question 1:…

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