Here's the latest news and announcements for the members of Arizona Financial Credit Union.
In my update, find out about our recent recognition by Forbes, and the exciting news about the launch of Arizona Financial Foundation.
For the third year in a row, Arizona Financial is excited to join with our partner credit unions across Arizona to celebrate AZ Credit Union Week.
Local activities & events
This year 18 credit unions will participate in activities such as “pay it forward” events at local businesses, a day of giving for local nonprofits, and financial education activities.
AZCU Week was created to coincide with International Credit Union Day, which is celebrated each year on the third Thursday of October.
Follow us on social #AZCUWeek
Check out all the activities on social or visit AZCUWeek.com to see how credit unions are making a difference in the local communities we serve!
We’re excited to announce the launch of the new Arizona Financial Foundation. Through the Foundation, we'll be able to expand our charitable giving, focusing on domestic violence awareness, first responders, financial education and community engagement.
Funding for the Foundation will come from the Local Causes debit card program as well as opportunities to seek donations from members, employees, vendors, and the community at large.
With this plan to increase funding, we intend to impact even more local nonprofits that do critical work in our communities.
The new Arizona Financial Foundation will be focused on supporting the following four pillars:
Visit ArizonaFinancial.org/Foundation to learn more.
When you’re short on money and short on time, now members can get access to funds in 24 hours or less – without a credit check.
With our new CashPlease® loan option, qualified members will see offers up to $1,000 in online banking and the mobile app.
Features
Members can conveniently access funds and take advantage of:
How to access CashPlease offers
To accept offers from online banking – select “Get Cash” and then “CashPlease”
From the mobile app – tap on “More” and then select "CashPlease"
Once you’ve accepted your offer, the funds typically will be deposited – within 24 hours or less – directly into your online and mobile banking account!
With the holidays just around the corner, our Skip-A-Payment program gives you the financial flexibility to skip a monthly payment on eligible loan or credit card accounts.
It’s an easy way to help free up cash for the holidays, vacation or an unexpected expense!
How to get started
To take advantage of the Skip-A-Payment program, just log in to your account online or the mobile app to see if your loan or credit card is eligible.
How does Skip-A-Payment work?
When you skip a payment, the payment is not waived but postponed, extending the length or term of your loan. This adjustment can help free up funds without drastically altering your long-term financial obligations.
As a reminder, interest will still accrue on the skipped payment. This accrued interest will need to be paid at the end of the loan term.
If you have questions, call 602-683-1000 or send us a message through your online banking or the mobile app.
No matter which career path you have in mind, we partner with Sallie Mae to offer the Smart Option Student Loan® for the funding you need to attend college, trade school or professional training facility.
Smart Option Student Loan
The loan can be used to pay for your bachelor, associate, or certificate expenses at a degree-granting school.
In addition, the Smart Option student loan can also pay for professional training and trade certificate courses (culinary, technical, etc.) at a non-degree granting school.
Learn more at ArizonaFinancial.org/Student-Loans
For more ways to pay for college, visit our blog Your 1-2-3 Approach to Paying for College.
Get funds from your home now with a reverse mortgage that allows homeowners 58+ access a portion of the equity in their home without making monthly payments.
Find out how a Reverse Mortgage can increase your cash flow and allow you to improve your financial security.
Get funds from your home now with a Reverse Mortgage that allows homeowners, typically age 62 and older, to access a portion of the equity in their home without making monthly payments.
The most common Reverse Mortgage is a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) reverse mortgage. The funds can be used to help pay bills, make home repairs, pay for healthcare and more. HECMs are insured by the FHA and designed to offer financial stability without making monthly payments.
Find out how a Reverse Mortgage can increase your cash flow and allow you to improve your financial security.
Learn more at ArizonaFinancial.com/Reverse
This information is not from HUD or FHA and was not approved by HUD or a government agency.
* You are required to maintain the home, pay property tax, HOA fees, and homeowners insurance. **Consult your professional tax advisor.
