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Metro Credit Union has had an exciting year with a variety of transitions. Due to our updated charter in early 2021, anyone who lives, works or worships, attends school, or regularly conducts business in any of eight counties can bank with Metro Credit Union.

While it is never a good idea to keep up with the Joneses, you especially do not want to do so during this holiday season. Following these simple budgeting suggestions for savvy saving will relieve you of your gift-giving stress and allow you to celebrate the special meaning behind your holiday.

Hopefully, you’re more spooked by jack-o-lanterns and Halloween movies than your finances this season. If you avoid reviewing your bills and feel like a lost mummy in your financial situation, Metro's Save and Succeed has a guide to everything you need to know about managing financial stress.  You can bury your broken-down car, your multiple debts, and that apartment lease with the help of Metro Credit Union.

There may be a provision that allows the Federal Government access to your personal financial information. The provision would require all financial institutions to report your total deposits and withdrawals, above a specific threshold, to the Internal Revenue Service. People within the Administration and the leadership of the House and Senate are currently discussing adding this provision back to the larger bill, potentially with a higher threshold.

The more you know about the home buying process, the more confident you will be in making the crucial decisions that will shape your home ownership experience. The information provided will help you make the best decision in your home purchasing decisions. What does the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) mean?

Metro is pleased to have opened its Elkhorn Full Service branch (located two blocks north of Dodge on the west side of 204th) earlier in August. This office is just north of Dodge Street and includes a smaller retail lobby, two drive-thru lanes, and a drive-up ATM. Learn more about what we're doing in the Elkhorn community.

Metro Credit Union is making some changes to Two-Factor Authentication for online banking. Two-Factor Authentication is the process used to verify your identity when a login is attempted by a device not recognized, or login is attempted outside your geographic area.

Moving is always a tiring event, whether you are moving across town or moving to an entirely different country. When people have a three-day weekend like Labor Day, it is supposed to be a time for family and relaxation but some people prefer to use the extra day to accomplish a major project like moving. To keep costs down, it may make sense to assemble a crew of volunteers to help you move over a holiday weekend.

If you’ve ever considered purchasing a home, you’ve probably heard about the escrow process. Escrow: What is it, And How Does It Work?

Why are so many people in the Metro smiling? They are pleased with the personal loan and service they've received from Metro Credit Union to help pay off high-interest debt or other things like home repairs, special occasions, or unexpected expenses.

There are several scoring models; however, most are based on the FICO® Score, a credit score created by the Fair Isaac Corporation, which is used in most lending decisions.

Sticking to a budget will make sure you have a great time during your vacation and after you get back—nothing kills a vacation glow like finding out you overspent and have a large credit card bill when the vacation is over.

Just like everywhere else, consumers were increasing their adoption of digital channels in banking before Covid. What the pandemic did was accelerate the change in behavior. At Metro, we will continue to change our operations to meet your banking needs. After all, serving you is why we’re here.

Metro anticipates an August opening of our newest branch office located two blocks north of Dodge on the west side of 204th. The branch office will be located just north of Menards and will include a smaller retail lobby, two drive-thru lanes, and a drive-up ATM.

The Credit Union will be moving our Saddle Creek office to accommodate the Med Center Campus expansion west of Saddle Creek Road. Metro opened the Saddle Creek office in 1988.

The more you know about the home buying process, the more confident you will be in making the critical decisions that will shape your homeownership experience. In addition to paying closing costs, there are other expenses involved in buying or selling a home.

Why use Metro’s mobile app or online banking? Well first, it is fast and convenient. Second, when you use Metro’s Mobile App or Online Banking from May 6th to June 30th you have the chance to win $1000.

Get the most of your mileage and finances with the help of Metro Credit Union. Metro enjoys a regional reputation for great rates on auto loans.  When it comes to your loan terms and conditions, the car dealership's job is offering you what seems like an excellent deal for you - but is a better deal for them. In the end, the car dealership's sole goal is to make their money out of you, whether you are buying a car with credit or buying it in cash.

The more you know about the home buying process, the more confident you will be in making the important decisions that will shape your home ownership experience. The information provided will help you make the best decision in your home purchasing decisions.

The more you know about the home buying process, the more confident you will be in making the important decisions that will shape your home ownership experience. The information provided will help you make the best decision in your home purchasing decisions.