PCCU Newsletter - August 2019

Debit Card Conversion: A Look Behind the Scenes

On Wednesday, July 17th, we announced that members may experience difficulty completing PIN based transactions with their debit cards. We apologize to those members caught off-guard by this service interruption and for the inconveniences it caused. Our intention was to improve member service in the long term and these difficulties were an unintended consequence. To tell the whole story requires us to go back to 2018 as the contract with our debit card processor was…

@PCCU You Can Do Better: Credit Unions vs. Banks

Ever tell someone you’re a member of a credit union and have them ask you what a credit union is or how it’s different from a bank? Here’s a cheat sheet you can use to answer them the next time it comes up! Democratic Control: The Board of Directors of most banks are appointed by shareholders and are responsible to them, not the bank’s customers. The Board of Directors of a credit union are drawn…

Dog Owners: What to Look For When Buying a Home

Are you a dog parent or dog lover thinking about buying a home? Here are some things you might want to consider while you’re searching for the perfect home for you and your pooch! A big yard would be nice. At least, look for a yard that matches your dog’s size, energy level and “output.” A yard with a fence would be even better, for both you and your dog. If you find the perfect…

Save (to Win) For Your Down Payment

Thinking about buying your first home and looking for a fun way to save up for your down payment? Look no further than PCCU’s Save to Win CD! Save to Win only requires $25 to open and you may deposit as much as you care to each month to grow your down payment. But what makes Save to Win special is the chance to win cash prizes while you save! For every $25 you deposit…