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People Before Profit Stories

Whether it’s helping a member escape predatory lending, rebuild credit, weather an illness, save for a home, or simply be given a second chance, credit unions are uniquely equipped to provide a lifeline when other financial institutions can’t or won’t. Check out our collection of stories below–all submitted by Wisconsin’s credit unions. Have your own story you’d like to share? Submit your story here.

Dreaming of Living on a Farm

Dreaming of Life on the Farm

Viridiana and her family had always dreamed of living on a farm, and they found the perfect rehab opportunity, including several acres of land complete with three barns. After initially being denied/rejected for financing, they decided to apply with us.

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Financial Success Through In-School Branch Education

Royal’s Rice Lake Branch Manager recently congratulated a Member on their great credit score. His response was, “I’ve had a great teacher since I was a part of the School $ense program in 4th grade!” 

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  • Becoming a Homeowner in a Fraction of the Time

    Sally was a single mother of two with a solid work history and good credit, but she had limited ability to save for a down payment.

  • “You Saved Me From Homelessness”

    “You basically saved me from homelessness and several other awful life alternatives… I know it’s part of your job, but it made a huge difference in mine.”

  • Partnership with LSS Financial Counseling

    We have a nearly 11-year partnership with LSS Financial Counseling that allows our members to use six free 1-on-1 financial counseling sessions per year.

  • No More Check Cashing Fees

    A new member was set up with his checking account and his first payroll check was deposited from his new employer.

  • Escape From Payday Same Day

    After a couple had experienced a job loss, they sought out a payday lender to get caught back up on their mortgage.

  • $20k in Interest Saved

    A member called to check on auto loan rates, because she felt the rate she received from another financial was high.

What’s a Credit Union?

What makes credit unions different from other financial institutions, and why does it matter? 

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Don’t Tax My Credit Union

Credit unions are different than banks. As not-for-profit financial institutions, credit unions put people first. That’s why more than 140 million Americans choose credit unions as their trusted financial partner.

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Credit Unions vs. Banks

What’s the difference between a credit union and bank? Check out this interactive infographic! 

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Share Your Stories

From accounts of above and beyond member service, to granted second chances, to responses to disaster, to meeting community needs, to returning funds back to their members through patronage, and more—your stories educate policymakers and the public about their banking options and are vital to preserving The Credit Union Difference.

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