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I’m Growing My Family
Nurture Your Family and Your Finances.
Whether you’re saving for your dream home, your children’s college tuition, retirement, or a new vehicle—now is the time to put plans in place so you can achieve your goals without burdening your finances.
Some Key Terms You’ll Need to Know
Stay informed and get the most out of your money—here are some important terms you should know, based on the needs and goals of MCU members like you.
Share Certificate
A share certificate at a credit union is a document that represents ownership of a specific amount of money that has been deposited with the credit union for a fixed term.
Youth Account
A bank account for young people, with features to help them learn about money management and saving.
Individual Retirement Account (IRA)
A type of savings account designed to help individuals save for retirement.
Flexible Spending Account
(FSA)
A tax-advantaged savings account that allows individuals to set aside money for qualified expenses.
Automatic Transfer
A process in which funds are automatically moved between accounts. In personal banking, it can be used to transfer money or make payments.
Fixed Rate Loan
A loan with a constant interest rate for the life of the loan, providing the borrower with predictable monthly payments.
What Are Your Goals?
Your Family Has Big Goals. MCU is Here
to Support Them.
Whether it’s purchasing a place to call home, a new car to get where you need to go, or something else—you have big goals for your family. With some careful planning and the right banking products, you can make these goals a reality.
Secure Your Dream Home with MCU.
Ready to put down some roots and settle into a new home? MCU offers great mortgage options at low rates, so you can ensure that you’re getting the most competitive deal.
Need a Bigger Car? Explore MCU Auto Loans.
Discover competitive loan options with built-in member support—we offer low-cost payments and low interest rates for our members.
Bring Your Family’s Goals to Life.
Achieve all of those unique goals—family vacations, home renovations, special hobbies and more—with a savings account built for families like yours.
Youth and Student Banking
Set the Next Generation up for Financial Success.
Set your children up for financial success by teaching them the value of smart banking while they’re young. MCU has the tools and products to help your littlest loved ones start on the path to a bright financial future.
Start Teaching Good Habits Young.
Start teaching healthy financial habits early and instill the value of saving. Open a Youth Account for your child with just a $0.01 minimum deposit.
Put Money Away for College.
Start preparing for your children’s higher education now. Save up to $2,000 per year on behalf of your child, and continuously contribute to their college fund.
Set Them Up with MCU² Student Banking.
Help your children prepare to leave the nest. The MCU² program is built specifically to help college students (aged 17-24) establish financial independence.
NOTE: A qualified guarantor who is a parent or legal guardian is required for individuals under the age of 18.
MCU VISA® Credit Cards
Apply for a VISA® Credit Card and Start Earning Rewards.
Growing families always need a little bit of extra cash in their pocket. Be prepared for whatever life throws you with an MCU TRUE Rewards Cash Back VISA®.
IRAs
Make the Most of Your Retirement. Start Saving Today.
It’s never too early to start planning for retirement. See what options make the most sense for you and your family, and start actively saving for your future.
Life Insurance
Achieve Peace of Mind with Whole Life Insurance.
With a Whole Life Insurance policy, you can rest easy knowing that in the wake of a devastating event, your family would remain financially taken care of in your absence.
Ready for Banking That Supports the Whole Family?
The work you do to support your family benefits our larger NYC community. We’re here to help—MCU members enjoy competitive rates, educational resources, and expert guidance that empowers financial decision making for the whole family.
