Our BECU newsletter keeps you informed on the latest and greatest news. It’s all part of our commitment to sharing information regularly with our members. Check out the current issue here or browse previous issues.
Summer time is when many of us start thinking about renovating; however, finding the extra cash for these projects can be a challenge. Keep reading to learn about money-saving opportunities on our Visa credit card and home equity accounts. Funding your next project may be easier than you may think.
Now you have even more reason to use your BECU Debit MasterCard®. The MasterCard MarketPlace™ program has great discounts on the brands you love. Once you enroll in this free program and begin making purchases with your BECU Debit MasterCard, you can immediately start saving on hundreds of offers from up to 25,000 merchants–including Home Depot, Blackberry, Target, Best Buy, 1-800-Flowers, Saks Fifth Avenue and more.
Already have a BECU Debit MasterCard? Enroll and start saving today.
Don't have a BECU Debit MasterCard? Get yours today.
Get Great Convenience & Control with BECU Debit MasterCard
Using a BECU Debit MasterCard is a better option than check and cash transactions. You can use it everywhere MasterCard is accepted worldwide. PLUS, the BECU Debt MasterCard comes with free fraud monitoring protection that allows you to make purchases in person, on the Internet and by phone with confidence.
MasterCard MarketPlace Terms and Conditions: Participating merchants and offers are subject to change. Enrollment is required for the MasterCard MarketPlace. Certain restrictions may apply. The MasterCard MarketPlace program is available to eligible U.S. MasterCard consumer cardholders. For program terms and conditions and current offer details please see MasterCard MarketPlace. If you need additional assistance, please contact us at: customerservice@marketplace.mastercard.com.
MasterCard and the MasterCard Brand Mark are registered trademarks and MasterCard MarketPlace is a trademark of MasterCard.
Wild Waves Theme Park offers over 60 rides, slides, and attraction. Don't miss out on the fun.
Visit Wild Waves All Summer at a Discount
Use this coupon to receive $16 off admission anytime from June 5 through September 12, 2010.
Giving Back
$1 from every Wild Waves ticket purchased will be donated to the BECU Foundation by the PARC Foundation. The BECU Foundation was established in 1995 to encourage and
manage contributions for educational scholarships. Our scholarships recognize and award outstanding service by graduating high school seniors
and undergraduate students in community service. Scholarships are awarded based on a student's academic achievements, leadership abilities, and
demonstrated passion for helping others.
With Kirk Larson, Social Security Administration Public Affairs Specialist
Retirement income is a vital part of planning for your future. We encourage you to spend 90-minutes to learn about the ins and outs of social security and obtain answers to common questions, such as:
Save the Date
Thursday, August 19, 2010
5:30pm - 7:00pm
BECU Tukwila Financial Center
We Are Your Retirement Planning Resource
Along with this seminar, Financial Advisors at BECU Investment Services is a valuable resource in retirement planning. The advisors work with you to help strategize your planning needs and determine what your cash flow and expenses might look like. Many Americans will need other income sources to maintain their desired lifestyle and keep up with inflation. If you are relying on social security to be the main income source of your retirement, you may also want to explore other options including pensions, IRAs, 401k, and other investments to compliment social security.
The Social Security Board of Trustees project that program costs will exceed tax revenues in 2016, one year sooner than projected in 2008.** The combined assets of the Old-Age and Survivors and Disability Insurance (OASDI) Trust funds will be exhausted in 2037, four years sooner than projected in 2008.
Schedule a Complimentary Consultation
The Financial Advisors can help you develop your own personal roadmap to retirement. Financial consultations are always complimentary by appointment. We can help create a retirement and investment plan designed for your individual needs. For your appointment you should bring: a copy of your social security statement, pension numbers (if you have one), investment statements such as IRAs, VIP, 401k, 403B, and monthly or yearly expenses.
Call us today to register for the free, no obligation Social Security seminar and/or complimentary advisor consultation. Space is limited. 206-439-5720 or 800-233-2328 ext 5720 or visit BECU Investment Services.
* Financial Advisors are registered with, and Securities, Advisory Services and Insurance Products are offered through, LPL Financial and its affiliates, Member FINRA/SIPC. BECU and BECU Investment Services is not a registered broker/dealer and has a brokerage affiliate arrangement with LPL Financial. Investments are Not NCUA/NCUSIF Insured ∙ Not Credit Union Guaranteed ∙ Not Obligations of BECU. Branch located at BECU, 12770 Gateway Dr., Tukwila, WA 98168.
**Source: excerpt from Social Security press release dated Tuesday, May 12, 2009. Note: Copies of most SSA press releases, as well as other Social Security information and statistics, are available at SSA’s Internet site.
The U.S. Senior Open takes place the week of July 26 – August 1, 2010 at the Sahalee Country Club. Get your tickets to see golf's greatest legends like Seattle Native Fred Couples, Greg Norman, and Tom Watson as they battle for the title of 2010 U.S. Senior Open Champion. The U.S. Senior Open will be broadcast to more than 50 countries including live television coverage on ESPN and NBC Sports. Over 125,000 spectators are expected to attend the U.S. Senior Open throughout the week.
Discounted Ticket Prices:
PLUS kids 17 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult (up to 9 kids per adult).
How to Buy:
See you there!
The best checking accounts for college students are those with no fees, no minimum balance, online and mobile banking, and good interest rates. If you're leaving for college soon and you don't have a checking account, you should start thinking about it now. You'll definitely need a place to stash the cash that you'll have during your college career. Be aware, not all checking accounts are free, and some of them have hidden fees; those are the ones you want to stay away from.
Get Interest-Earning Checking & Savings at BECU
BECU offers a
Member Advantage® Checking and Savings account that is ideal for
college students because it's interest-earning even on low balances. With
Member Advantage, you earn 6.17 % APY on the first $500* in both your
checking and savings and the standard posted rate on balances over $500,
which is consistently much higher than most banks. In addition to a great
rate, Member Advantage also works in conjunction with BECU free remote
services which allows you convenient access to your money when you want. Plus there's no minimum balance requirement and no monthly fees.
Questions?
To get more information on Member Advantage or to open an account, visit Member Advantage or stop by any BECU location to speak with a
representative.
*APY = Annual Percentage Yield; rates subject to change, fees may reduce earnings. To open a Member Advantage Checking account you must establish membership by opening a Member Advantage Savings Account with a required $5 minimum deposit.
The following BECU student-members were each awarded a $2,500 BECU Foundation Scholarship for the 2010-2011 school year. These recipients were selected by a volunteer selection committee of local business, educational and non-profit leaders. Recipients are selected based on a combination of strong dedication to community service, leadership and academics.
Thank you to all applicants for the amazing work you are doing to help others here in our local communities as well as worldwide.
High School Recipients
Christoffer Amdahl
Nick Anderson
Sarah Beach
Daniel Borota
Mattie Butaud
Michael Cloesar
Michael Cross
Tanner DeVoe
Katherine Doesburg
Rebecca Frank
Devon Geary
Hayley Grandine
Zachary Hanson
Jakob Hibbard
Johnathon Irwin
Elisabet Johnson
Christina Kim
Charles Newman
Han Nguyen
Lucas Perry
Eliana Rudee
Joshua Savage
Brenda Seymour
David Shannon
Brady Shepherd
Ariana Sheridan
Colin Wick
College Recipients
Amber Anderson
Mike Benjamin
Shelly Caldejon
Emily Davidson
Laura DeFreese
Theresa Edwards
Kay Havlick
Breana Jack
Wesley Keister
Nghi Le
Sarah McDowell
Claudine Schneider
Anna Wilke
As a not-for-profit credit union, BECU has always made more of a difference–charging less for a credit card is just one of those differences. It only makes sense that the BECU Visa credit card represents one of the best credit card values in the country - with low rates, fewer fees and more ways to earn and redeem rewards.
Rates as low as 6.90% APR and No Annual Fee
With a BECU Visa credit card, you'll enjoy the benefits of a low rate
starting at 6.90% APR* on purchases and cash advances. There are no annual
fees, no balance transfer fees, and no penalties for inactivity.
The BECU Visa card is issued right here in the Northwest
Carry a BECU credit card and enjoy the benefits of working with a credit
union that has been serving the Puget Sound for 75 years.
Your APR can improve if your credit history improves
With a BECU Visa, if your credit improves, we'll actually look to lower your
annual percentage rate.
Generous and Flexible BECU Rewards Program
Add the BECU Rewards program to your BECU Visa for a low annual
participation fee of $25 and begin earning points toward airline tickets,
merchandise, entertainment, and more. Get more information on the BECU
Rewards program at BECU Rewards.
Learn more about our Visa benefits–view our current commercial here: BECU Visa Commercial
Questions?
Visit BECU Visa or
call us at 800-233-2328 to get more information and/or apply for your
BECU Visa.
*Advertised Annual Percentage Rate (APR) in effect as of 7/1/2010, subject to change, and based on excellent credit and may vary after account opening. Rates offered based on creditworthiness. Programs, rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. The annual credit card portfolio review will determine, based on the borrower's creditworthiness, if a credit card account qualifies for a lower rate tier.
If you have a home equity loan or home equity line of credit at another financial institution, we invite you to transfer your balance to a BECU Equity Advantage Account–and we'll pay any pre-payment penalties up to $500.
Learn the Advantage
With BECU Equity Advantage, as you pay down your balance, your funds become
available again and there's no annual fee or prepayment penalties. If you
are concerned about declining house values, you can get even more borrowing
flexibility with up to 100% loan to value option.
BECU Equity Advantage is two home equity options in one account.
3.99% APR**
Variable Rate Home Equity Line of Credit–great for remodeling or
education costs where expenses may vary and you need access to funds over a
period of time.
5.74% APR**
Fixed Rate Home Equity Advance–great for projects when you know
exactly how much money you need. Receive funds in one lump sum, and enjoy
the comfort of knowing your rate will remain the same throughout your loan.
Learn More
Transferring your equity loan to BECU is easier than you may think, and we
are here to help you along the way. Call us at 800-233-2328 or visit
your nearest BECU
Neighborhood Financial Center.
*Prepayment Penalty Fee Credit
BECU will pay up to $500 of any early payoff/prepayment penalty fee imposed
by another lender when you open a new Equity Advantage Account (EA), June
through September 30, 2010, and use the loan proceeds to pay off a home
equity loan or close a home equity line with such lender. Borrower is
responsible to pay early payoff/prepayment penalty fee of more than $500 and
any other lender fees or charges. Offer cannot be combined with any other
offer or promotion and EA may not be used to purchase the collateral
property.
**Effective 7/1/10, subject to change, variable rate Equity Advantage Line of Credit (EALOC) up to 80% loan-to-value (LTV) as low as 3.99% APR/Fixed Rate Advances (FRAs) as low as 5.74% APR and variable rate EALOC up to 100%LTV as low as 4.99% APR/FRAs as low as 7.74% APR, based on LTV, owner occupancy, excellent credit qualifications and include .50% rate reduction for automatic payment from BECU account. Higher rates for non-owner occupancy, lesser creditworthiness, or non-automatic payment. APRs do not include costs. EALOC rate may vary monthly, unless FRA is locked, based on the prime rate and applicable margin, subject to minimum 3.99% APR (up to 80% LTV)/4.99% APR (up to 100% LTV) with automatic payment; maximum 18% APR. During the 10 year draw period, EALOCs provide for payments of interest, subject to lesser of $100 or balance, during which principal is not reduced. At the end of this period, payments will increase based on the principal and interest necessary to pay the loan balance over the remainder of the loan term. You may have to pay certain fees to third parties that range $0-$2,753 and BECU Loan Fee of $300 for property located outside of WA. Additional state or local mortgage fees or taxes may apply. Property insurance and, if applicable, flood insurance required.
Whether it's your mortgage or a home equity loan, BECU always puts financial responsibility–both ours and yours–ahead of making a fast buck. We make it easy to find a loan that fits your needs. We offer 15 and 30 year fixed rate and adjustable rate loans, jumbo loans, HLPR loans, FHA loans-something for most all financial situations.
Low Rates, Low Closing Costs & No Hidden Fees
Getting a home loan does not have to be a challenge. We offer straightforward terms
and conditions that anyone can understand.
We Have Options for 1st Time Homebuyers
We understand that buying a home for the first time can be overwhelming. We offer
several options that are designed for the 1st time homebuyer-HLPR Loans and FHA Loans
along with home buying seminars and workshops.
Work with a Member Advocate
The optional BECU Real Estate Services program* assigns you a personal advocate who
will help guide you through the entire purchase process, from finding the right real
estate agent to closing on your home. It includes discounted closing costs and a 20%
rebate on certified BECU real estate agent commissions.
Learn more about BECU Home Loan benefits–view our current commercial here: BECU Home Loan Commercial
Questions?
Visit BECU Home Loans or
call us at 800-233-2328 to get more information and/or apply for a BECU Home
Loan.
*BECU offers Real Estate Services as a program provided by Prime Alliance Real Estate Services, LLC.
If you are looking to buy a new or used auto, we can help you save more money over the life of the loan. The auto industry is recharging, and savvy consumers are taking quick advantage of this unique economic climate.
Rates as Low as 3.49% APR for New and 3.99% APR for Used Autos*
Whether you are shopping for a new or a used auto, a BECU Auto Loan offers some of the
lowest rates in the market.
Get the New Auto Loan Rate on Autos Three Years and Newer
Rates on new autos are often lower than rates on used autos, but at BECU you can enjoy
that same low rate on any auto (with mileage 100,000 or less) that is three
years old or newer.
Refinance Your Auto Loan from another Financial Institution
Have you considered refinancing your auto loan as a way to cut down on monthly
expenses? The same low rates apply when you refinance your current auto loan.
Flexible Payment Terms up to 84 Months
Get more flexibility with your payments–we offer loan payment terms up to 84
months which gives you a full seven years to pay off your auto.
Learn More
Get more information at BECU Auto
Loans or call us at 800-233-2328.
*Advertised annual percentage rate (APR) in effect as of 7/1/10, subject to change, and based a typical example of a 5 year fixed-rate $25,000 loan for a car three years old or newer, with 80% loan to value (LTV), and includes a 0.50% automatic payment method rate reduction. Based on a simple interest rate of 3.49%, this loan would have 60 monthly payments of $363.78 each. Actual rate will be based on BECU membership, applicant's creditworthiness, LTV, payment method, age of collateral and repayment period. Loans are subject to BECU credit approval and other underwriting criteria. Repayment terms greater than 60 months are based on borrower's creditworthiness and subject to higher APRs.
In celebration of 75 years of service to the Puget Sound area, we are giving away 750 tickets to the Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels game on August 30, 2010 at 7:10pm.
How can you enter to win two Mariners tickets?
Throw Out the 1st Pitch at the Game
All winners are invited to attend a reception before the game from 5:30pm to 7:10pm.
There will be free food, beverages and prizes to be won. One of the prizes is the
chance to throw out the first pitch at the game-drawing for this will be held at
6:15pm at the reception.
Questions?
Call us at 800-233-2328.
*No purchase necessary. Must be 18 years of age or older. Odds of winning will depend upon the number of entries received. You need not be present to win. The winner will be notified by email, telephone or mail. The promoter and sponsor of the contest is BECU, PO Box 97050, Seattle, WA 98124-9750. See Official Rules, linked below, or on display at our locations. All BECU employees, Board members, Supervisory Committee members are exempt from this drawing.
There are a lot of activities taking place in neighborhoods around the Puget Sound. BECU will be present at several activities during the month of July. Take a look at where we will be and stop by if you are in the neighborhood:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| North of Seattle | |
| July 9 - 11 | Arlington Street Fair |
| July 17 | Shoreline Solarfest |
| July 17 - 18 | Mill Creek Festival |
| July 23 - 25 | Lake Stevens Aquafest |
| July 23 - 25 | Tour de Terrace in Mountlake Terrace |
| July 27 - 28 | BECU Mobile Financial Center at Everett Community College |
| East of Seattle | |
| July 10 | Redmond Derby Days |
| July 16 - 18 | Kirkland Uncorked |
| July 21 | Sammamish Farmers Market |
| July 24 | Habitat for Humanity Issaquah |
| Central Seattle | |
| July 9 - 11 | West Seattle Summer Fest |
| July 10 - 11 | Ballard Seafood Fest |
| July 14 | Carbon Leaf Concert at ZooTunes |
| July 16 - 18 | Bite of Seattle |
| July 21 | Jimmy Cliff with Trevor Hall Concert at ZooTunes |
| July 23 - 25 | Whaling Days in Silverdale |
| July 28 | Greenwood Seafair Parade |
| July 29 | Great Big Sea Concert at ZooTunes |
| July 31 | Habitat for Humanity Rainier Vista |
| July 31 | Seafair |
| South of Seattle | |
| July 9 - 11 | Kent Cornucopia Days |
| July 17 | Federal Way Farmers Market/Kids Booth |
| July 23 - 25 | Renton River Days |
| July 24 - 25 | Mushroom Festival in Hawks Prairie |
We offer several ways to access your accounts, so you have the freedom to take care of your finances when it’s convenient for you. When dealing with the rush of a busy day, it's nice to have the freedom to access your accounts right from your computer, your phone, or a nearby ATM. Get free* and secure access to your accounts using Online Banking, Mobile Banking, Telephone Banking and ATMs.
Online Banking is Just a Click Away
With Online Banking at BECU you can:
You can take even more off your to-do list by using Online Banking to reorder checks, request copies of checks, stop payments on checks, and order statement copies.
Telephone Banking is Just a Phone Call Away
Use natural speech recognition or touch-tone to get the answers you need using BECU Telephone Banking. You can check your account balances and account history for all your deposit, loan, and Visa accounts or speak to a BECU representative. You can also check your mortgage information, verify to see if checks have cleared and easily transfer funds between accounts.
Enhanced ATM Banking Where You Live, Work, Shop and Travel
BECU members have access to over 180 BECU ATMs in the Puget Sound region and 28,000 surcharge-free CO-OP Network ATMs throughout the U.S. and Canada (9,000 of these ATMS accept deposits). As a member, you can get cash, make deposits, transfer funds and access other information without a fee.
Learn More
To learn more about the remote banking options available to you at BECU, visit BECU Account Access.
*BECU Online, Mobile, and Telephone Banking services are free; however your Internet provider, wireless carrier, and telephone company may charge applicable usage fees.
What do Mariner players Felix Hernandez and Jose Lopez have in common? They are both former AquaSox players. Now you can take your family out to the ballgame with discounted tickets and see players who could be tomorrow's Mariners.
Get discounted tickets to the following games:
Ticket Prices: Field Box: $5.00 (Regularly $12.00)
To purchase your tickets, visit www.aquasox.com/groups and type in your password "becu". If you have any problems, please call the AquaSox front office at 425-258-3673.
How will you make payments on your loan or credit card in the event of an extended illness, disability, involuntary unemployment, or your death? You can protect your loans and assets with Loan Payment Protection from BECU.
Loan Payment Protection gives you peace of mind knowing that you are covered and your payments will be paid up to the agreed maximum. Coverage is based on your outstanding balances so you will always have the right amount of protection - no more, no less.
Payment Protection Plan Benefits
Get Loan Payment Protection Today!
You and your family will rest easy knowing you won't have to worry about making your loan payments. When you get a loan at BECU, you have the option to purchase payment protection. If you currently have a loan without payment protection and want to add the coverage, just give us a call at 800-233-2328 or stop by any BECU Neighborhood Financial Center.
This is a summary of our BECU Loan Payment Protection program. Enrollment in the program is voluntary. Loan Payment Protection is a debt cancellation product available through BECU. Please contact your loan representative or refer to the BECU Loan Payment Protection Agreement for protection details and limitations.
When investing it is important to understand the risks and to have a solid investment strategy designed to adapt to changing market conditions-having these elements in place, helps to alleviate fear. It is also important to quantify the risk and determine your comfort zone. For someone with long term investment goals with little or no risk tolerance or limited financial resources, it can be especially challenging to determine what investment products to use.
Let Us Help Alleviate Your Fear
Investing is an ongoing process that may need periodic adjusting along the
way and the Financial Advisors*at BECU Investment Services have experience
in helping you solidify your goals, identify your risk comfort zone,
creating a solid and disciplined investment strategy, and educating you on
balancing your risk to help you with your fear of investing during these
volatile markets.
Tips for reducing fear in investing:
Meet with a Financial Advisor* at BECU Investment Services
Give us a call for a complimentary consultation at 206-439-5720 or
800-233-2328, ext 5720 or register to attend a complimentary seminar in July or August. We look forward to meeting with you,
listening to your needs and goals, and sharing a thoughtful conversation
about how we can help assist you in making financial decisions that are
right for your unique retirement planning and investment needs.
*Financial Advisors are registered with, and Securities, Advisory Services and Insurance Products are offered through, LPL Financial and its affiliates. Member FINRA/SIPC. BECU and BECU Investment Services are not registered broker/dealers, and are not affiliated with LPL Financial. Securities are not NCUA/NCUSIF Insured, Not Credit Union Guaranteed, Not Obligations of BECU. Branch located at BECU, 12770 Gateway Drive, Tukwila, WA 98168
On January 12, 2010, the Federal Reserve Board announced final rules implementing several provisions of the Credit CARD Act of 2009, which made extensive revisions to the Truth in Lending Act–and is implemented by Regulation Z.
What does this mean for you?
The changes will most likely affect every person in the U.S. who has a loan
or credit card. The law was passed to help end unethical lending practices
and encourage greater responsibility among consumers. As a not-for-profit
credit union committed to our members' financial well-being, BECU has been
committed to only promoting responsible financial services; however, part of
the legislation requires all financial institutions to make some changes and
we have made changes to the design of the statement you receive on BECU loan
and credit card accounts.
What will you see different on your statement?
We added new fields and modified existing ones to ensure compliance to the
revised Truth in Lending Act. Starting July 1, 2010, the most prominent
change you will see is that we added the following new sections to your
statement:
Cash Advances from Foreign ATMs on Your Statement
If you take a cash advance from your Line of Credit at a foreign ATM outside
of the U.S., part of your ATM Foreign Transaction Fee will appear in the
"Fees" section of the statement and the other portion will appear in the
"Transactions" section of the statement.
Fee Reversals on Your Statement
Fees that are charged and later reversed, or certain foreign transaction
fees, may not be reflected in your Monthly and Year-to-Date fee totals. For
clarification of fee totals, please contact BECU.
Questions?
We realize that you may have many questions when you receive your statement
after the redesign. For more clarification, feel free to call a BECU
representative at 800-233-2328 or visit a nearby BECU Neighborhood Financial Center.
To see a sample statement, click New Statement Redesign
On June 11, the BECU Foundation awarded 40 student-members scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each. Since 1995, the BECU Foundation has granted $1,220,000 to 580 student members. The selected students and their families were honored at a luncheon featuring guest speaker Dick Spady, President and Co-Founder of Dick's Drive-In Restaurants.
During the application process, the 40 selected students wrote essays detailing their service to community. Their essays showcased the difference young adults can make to communities, locally and globally. One student, inspired by his own parents' emigration from Romania went to work at an orphanage in Romania. Another student dedicated time to training service dogs for the blind. All of the students expressed the significance in participating in community activities that are rewarding not only to themselves but to everyone they reach and beyond.
Exploring Business Responsibility
During his speech at the luncheon, Dick Spady encouraged the students by sharing his
own life story and Dick's Drive-In business philosophy and four key responsibilities
of a successful business, which includes treating employees, customers and the
community fairly.
Congratulations and Thanks
Congratulations to all of the scholarship winners and a special "thanks" to the
families of the students and Dick Spady for attending the luncheon. For a complete
list of this year's recipients, visit BECU Foundation
Scholarship Recipients. And for additional information about the scholarship
program, visit BECU Scholarship.
It's important to keep your contact information current with BECU. Keeping your contact info current ensures delivery of important information and notifications regarding your accounts at BECU.
Please take a quick moment and make sure the following information is current in Online Banking:.
If you are not enrolled in Online Banking, call us at 800-233-2328 to update your contact information.
BECU's vision is that our members always experience the best value and service with complete trust. We seek to get members engaged with the Credit Union through transparent relationships; therefore, each month we will feature one of the volunteer members of BECU Board of Directors.
This Month, Meet Board Member Roger Mauldin
On a friend's recommendation, in 1983 Roger began volunteering his time and skills at BECU first on the Supervisory Committer (then known as the Audit Committee) and then the Board of Directors.
Roger is from the Northwest and worked for Boeing for 32 years in finance and computing before retiring. He has been a BECU member for 33 years.
What motivates you about the credit union movement?
Being a part of a group whose focus is the benefit of the membership is inspiring. We strive not to lose sight of member needs and not to be consumed by the noise and political battles that plague other financial institutions.
What do you see in the future for BECU?
As an organization, we continuously review and refresh products and services as our members' needs change. We look to add new products and services to help our members better manage their money. Some of the products and services we added recently are ones that we couldn’t have even envisioned 10 years ago—such as Remote Online Deposits, Pay Other People Payment Service and Snapshot ATMs.
As our membership grows we will continue to look at new locations and neighborhoods to better serve our members closer to where they live, work, shop and travel.
Growth in itself is not an objective of the credit union, but a measure of how well we are doing as a credit union. When the credit union does well, new members join and existing members use our products and services more and more; thereby, creating more value for members.
I see BECU continuing to increase value for members through new and improved products, services and access.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I love to spend time with my family, which includes my wife, two daughters and granddaughter. We have a travel trailer and have taken several cross country trips following the country’s movement west along historic pathways such as the Lewis & Clark and Oregon trails. For the last 8 years, I have served on the board of the Hearing, Speech, and Deafness Center in Seattle.
Learn more about Roger and the other Board of Directors by reading their bios at BECU Board of Directors. Stay tuned next month when we meet another member of the Board of Directors.
Doing your taxes is rarely fun. Here are a few helpful tips to help get you through this tax season:
To receive your discount, you must access TurboTax using the link below:
Get started with TurboTax.
Sources: IRS.gov
These days everyone is on Facebook, and we’re no exception. Come see what our fans are talking about.
Find articles, webcasts, and financial calculators designed to help you become financially fit.
BECU members are switching bank accounts over to BECU and saving hundreds of dollars.
Join the credit union that will save you money. Get benefits banks just can’t match.
News | Press Room | Careers | Avoiding Foreclosure | Security & Privacy | Terms & Conditions
Copyright © 2010 BECU. All Rights Reserved. Federally Insured by NCUA. All Washington state residents are eligible to join.
