VCCU Aims to Save Members $5 Million in 2012

Ventura, Calif. - Ventura County Credit Union (VCCU), the largest credit union headquartered in Ventura County, have challenged themselves to save their members $5 million total in 2012. They aim to accomplish this task by helping their member refinance their high-interest car, home, Visa or personal loans with VCCU. Current and prospective members may save money by bringing their loans from other financial institutions to the Credit Union. VCCU will try and lower their interest rates and/or their regular payments. This new program began March 1, 2012 and will continue through the end of the year, until December 31, 2012. "More and more people are finally starting to take notice of Credit Unions and view them as a real, viable financial alternative to the big banks," says Joe Schroeder, president and CEO of VCCU. "This initiative is our way of really calling attention to our capabilities and showing what we can offer those in the community." This program is open to all members, new and current. To join the VCCU, one must simply live,work or attend school in Ventura or Santa Barbara County; be related to a current VCCU member; or are employed by one of VCCU's Select Employee Groups (SEG). Once registered, you are a member for life—no matter where you move. For more information, visit your local VCCU branch or visit VCCU's website atrnhttps://www.vccuonline.net. ABOUT VENTURA COUNTY CREDIT UNION The Ventura County Credit Union was chartered in 1950. It is the largest credit union headquartered in Ventura County, with five offices, nearly 53,000 members and $581million in total assets. It offers a complete line of loans, federally insured savings, 24-hour electronic access services and more. Call 805-477-4000 or visit https://www.vccuonline.net for more information.