UCU and Changing Seasons FCU Announce Intent to Merge
Hampden-based Changing Seasons FCU will join Orono-based University Credit Union ORONO and HAMPDEN, Maine (April 1, 2024) – University Credit Union (UCU) in Orono and Changing Seasons Federal Credit Union (Changing Seasons) in Hampden today announced an agreement to merge, welcoming Changing Seasons members and staff to UCU, pending regulatory and membership approval later this…
Read MoreTips for Getting Financially Fit for Financial Literacy Month
March 2024 At UCU, we know that reaching your financial goals is essential – and when you know more about money management, you are more likely to navigate financial challenges successfully and achieve those goals. With April being Financial Literacy Month and Credit Union Youth Month, there has never been a more appropriate time to…
Read MoreUCU Expanding into Kennebec County
Credit Union to open full-service Augusta location this summer ORONO, Maine (February 26, 2024) – University Credit Union (UCU) will open its first credit union branch in Kennebec County in early summer 2024, located at 67 Sewall Street in Augusta. Over the next several months, UCU will be renovating the building, previously occupied as a…
Read MoreWhat’s Next in Fraud
February 2024 As technology advances, you can expect fraud techniques to get more sophisticated. Today, fraud is a booming business, valued in the billions of dollars nationwide each year. What can you expect and, even more important, what can you do about it? Educating yourself is the best step, so read on for our insights…
Read More2023 Member Highlights
In celebration of 2023, we are taking a look back at ways our member-owners enjoyed their UCU membership! As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, UCU returns value to its members in the form of rewards, low rates, and high yields. There are many ways that UCU is ‘Here for U’ for our members; this is a…
Read MoreMake Your Money Work for You
January 24, 2024 In tight financial times, every dollar counts more than ever. You work hard for your dollars, so it’s important to make your dollars work hard for you too! Follow these tips to help maximize the impact you can make with your money. Go for High Yields One fundamental way to make your…
Read MoreUCU Expands Membership Opportunities
ORONO, Maine (January 18, 2024) – University Credit Union (UCU) has recently taken steps to amplify membership opportunities for Mainers across the state. In addition to its longstanding relationship with the University of Maine System, other groups, and surrounding communities covering Portland to Presque Isle, UCU is expanding its membership opportunities with a community charter.…
Read MoreQ&A with Amanda Allen and Maddy Gray, Certified Credit Union Financial Counselors
January 2024 While many look forward to a new year and a fresh start, this time of year can understandably bring heightened financial stress and challenges, especially after a period of increased spending during the holiday season. The good news is UCU has Certified Credit Union Financial Counselors who can help ease your stress with…
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Wise Ways To Use Credit This Holiday Season
December 7, 2023 Credit cards make it easy to navigate the additional spending you are likely to encounter this holiday season. For some people, that additional spending may come too quickly. Because credit card purchases can cause financial strain if left unchecked, creating a spending plan for your season and following a few simple tips…
Read MoreUCU’s Consumer Lending Team Adds Extra Value to Your Loan
By Abbey Ramsay, Consumer Lending Manager, AVP. November 20, 2023 In Consumer Lending here at UCU, we work with you through some of your biggest purchases, whether that be an auto, boat, camper loan, you name it. From an everyday Chevy to a Porsche 911, or a Mercedes to a motor home, we probably have…
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