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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.

If you're a homeowner, mortgage refinancing might be worth considering — even if your mortgage is only a year old. In the following Save and Succeed example, Todd and Amy are interested in refinancing their home to save money. They have been researching mortgage refinance loans, but they have different goals: Todd wants to make lower monthly payments, while Amy wants to pay the house off quicker.

Is your family outgrowing your home, but you cannot afford to buy something bigger at this time? Maybe you are ready to sell, but your house needs some updates before you can put it on the market. A Home Equity Line of Credit HELOC might be a great fit for expanding your budget and maximizing your options.

Scammers are using telemarketing calls, text messages, social media platforms, and door-to-door visits to perpetrate COVID-19-related scams to steal your information.

Nearly every business was affected by COVID-19 and most were impacted negatively. As we close out 2020, with news of COVID vaccines soon to arrive, we sat down with CU President Mike McDermott to ask some questions about how Metro was specifically impacted by the pandemic.

Each year Metro holds an Annual Meeting open to all members of the Credit Union. The 2021 Annual Meeting is currently planned for Saturday, March 6th at 9:00 a.m. at the Marriott Regency Hotel in Omaha. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s Annual Meeting will include only the business meeting and reports as required in the Credit Union’s bylaws.

Buying a home can be an adventure or an ordeal. People generally prefer homeownership over renting. When mortgage rates are low, and rent increases in big cities, buying a property would appear to be a much better option than renting. If you are considering the differences between buying vs renting a home, you should ask yourself the following questions...

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Are you looking for your first vehicle or tired of having to put repairs on a used car? You won’t have to imagine driving a new vehicle when you get assistance from Metro Credit Union. Many factors go into determining the final and best auto loan amount. These factors include:

Going to college can be one of the most costly investments someone makes in life. There is significant evidence, however, that college graduates make more money over their lifetime than their peers who choose not to pursue at least a four-year degree.

We are excited to share that from September 28th - October 3rd we will be giving away a total of $60,000 in gift cards for our daily drawing prizes for a total of 120 winners through the week of Metro Days, our Member Appreciation Event. All Metro Credit Union members excluding employees will be automatically entered to win.