CU Save Teen Club
Specifically designed to prepare young adults, ages 13 and up, for their financial future and to independently manage their finances.
Establish your membership with a savings account that makes it easy to put money aside for what you want when you want it. There are no monthly fees and you can start saving with as little as $5.
ViaStart Up Certificate
Start your savings habit now! Build your savings with monthly deposits and earn competitive interest with just $10 to start. Best part is your savings is locked away for an entire year so you won't be tempted to withdrawal without penalty.
- Lock in a 12-month certificate
- Start with just $10
- Monthly deposits? Yep, they're a must
- Funds auto-transfer to Membership Shares when it matures
- Earn monthly dividends that stack up
- Early withdrawal? Penalties apply. Same if you skip a deposit.
Checking & Debit Card
Start a ViaChecking* to manage and access your money - either by writing a check or using your ATM or debit card. The ViaChecking account has no minimum deposit and no monthly fee.
Mastercard® Debit Card
Access your savings and checking account a free Mastercard® debit card, that can easily be added to your digital wallet. To apply, simply complete the application with parent(s) then visit a ViaCU Branch to complete the Checking Game with a MSS.
*Members age 13-17 are eligible for checking and/or debit card if parent/guardian are on the account and pass ChexSystems screening. Completion of the Checking Game with a MSS is required.
Credit Card
There's never been a better time to start building good credit history with a ViaVISA® credit card*. At age 16, you're eligible to apply for a ViaVISA® credit card with a co-borrower. After approval and completion of the Credit Game with a MSS, you will receive a VISA® credit card with a limit up to $500.
*Members age 16-17 are eligible for credit card and auto loan with a co-borrower. Loan rates are based on credit score and loan approval is subject to underwriting guidelines. Completion of the Credit Game with a MSS is required.
Auto Loans
If you're 16 or older, you can apply for a ViaAuto loan* with a co-borrower by logging onto ViaConnect or at any branch. It's a great way to gain some wheels - and credit history. After approval and completion of the Credit Game with a MSS, you will be on the road.
*Members age 16-17 are eligible for credit card and auto loan with a co-borrower. Loan rates are based on credit score and loan approval is subject to underwriting guidelines. Completion of the Credit Game with a MSS is required.
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