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Credit union membership
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Credit unions lend to members, so you usually need to join first. Membership can be based on where you live or work, an employer or an association. Joining often takes only a small deposit into a share account.
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- Field of membership.
- How to join.
Common questions about where to apply
Do I need to be a member to get a credit union mortgage?
Usually yes.
How do I join a credit union?
Meet its membership criteria and open a share account.