2022 In Review: University Credit Union’s Community Investments
UCU among top Maine credit unions for volunteer service in 2022 ORONO, Maine (April 27, 2023) – Here at UCU, caring means being sensitive to the needs of our members, being active in the communities where we live and work, knowing our members personally, and treating them with dignity and respect. In 2022, we continued to…
Read MorePrioritizing Financial Fitness for Teens
April, 2023 April isn’t just tax season, it’s also financial literacy season! April is both National Financial Literacy Month and National Credit Union Youth Month, providing a little inspiration to get your teen more financially fit. Even more inspiring is the vision of your teen learning to better navigate the financial world, acquiring the money…
Read MorePutting U First
UCU’s message to members in light of the recent bank failures. March 14, 2023 Since 1967, UCU has been here for our members. For Maine. And for you, wherever you see yourself today and through every stage of life. As a not-for-profit financial institution, we’re owned by our members, not outside stockholders. This means you’re…
Read MoreUCU Promotes Cody Faloon to Business Services Manager
ORONO, Maine (December 19, 2022) – University Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Cody Faloon to Business Services Manager. From new businesses seeking startup capital to established businesses looking to expand, Faloon will travel the state of Maine serving UCU’s business members and providing tailored financial solutions for launching, running, and growing…
Read MoreDon’t be Spooked by Cybersecurity Month
October 21, 2022 October is usually a spooky time of year, as everyone prepares for Halloween, and for us Mainers, winter (AHH!) The month is also eerie for another reason though, it is Cybersecurity Month! Although Cybersecurity itself isn’t spooky, the thought of falling victim to a cybercriminal certainly is. So how do you avoid…
Read MoreCar Buying 101 – Dealers and Private Sales
By Abbey Ramsay, VP of Lending Dealers vs. Private Sales In my opinion, shopping for the vehicle is the best most exciting part! Granted some will disagree but, it’s really your time to ask yourself what you need in a vehicle, (for me it’s plaid seats and a turbo). For most, these are the things…
Read MoreCar Buying 101 – Building a Budget
By Abbey Ramsay, VP of Lending It’s inevitable that at some point we will need to navigate the winding road of purchasing a new vehicle. Not to fear! Hop on into the passenger seat while we take a quick ride through the process. Budget Of the many questions you will face while finding your next…
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