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What products do credit union offers?

Credit unions can be very large or quite small in both deposits and number of members. Credit unions operate like most any bank by taking in deposits an making loans and investments. The range of products any particular credit union offers can be as competitive as the largest bank, however most credit unions restrict their product offerings to provide competitive pricing in the products they do offer their members or for products that are most sought after by their members.

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Since some credit unions offer some very attractive savings and loan rates, what does it take to become a credit union member?

Membership depends on the individual credit union. Credit unions are still required to limit membership to people who have a common bond. Geography, a common employer, a common group, or something similar can determine the bond.

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