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www.connectsfcu.org APRIL 2016 connection Member Are You a First Time Car Buyer? We can help you get behind the wheel! Little or no credit doesn’t have to be a problem when it comes to buying your first car. Our First Time Car Buyer Program offers an affordable, hassle-free way to get behind the wheel. Competitive Rates Flexible Terms Easy Application Process We’ve already helped many members finance their first car – now, it’s your turn! Contact our loan department at 804-756-5040, apply online at connectsfcu.org or visit any branch to get pre-approved. Whether you’re thinking about purchasing your first home, refinancing your home loan, or making improvements to your current home, Connects Federal Credit Union is your connection to every kind of home loan you need. Plus, as your trusted financial partner, you can always count on us to provide you with honesty and straightforward facts. Choose from: First Mortgages Second Mortgages Home Equity Lines of Credit Rates are still low, making now a great time to consider a home loan. Contact our loan department at 804-756-5040, apply online or visit any branch to discuss the best loan options for you! HOME LOAN We're Your CONNECTION

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Page 1: Competoiv pReaRsao imtymM€¦ · Evelyn Gragnani Dowdy President & CEO Karen Griscom Vice President of Accounting Renee Perkins Vice President of Operations & Lending Danielle McLaughlin

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Services Available■ Community Membership

■ Savings Accounts

■ Checking Accounts

■ VISA Check/ATM Card

■ Money Management Account($2,500 minimum balance, limited access, earns higher dividend)

■ Vacation Club and Christmas Club

■ Youth Account

■ Prestige Account(Seniors Discount Account)

■ Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)

■ Share Certificates of Deposit

■ Direct Deposit/Payroll Deduction

■ Money Orders

■ Teller Checks

■ Platinum VISA Credit Card

■ Low Interest Loans and Lines-of-Credit

■ First and Second Mortgages

■ Student Loans

■ Automated Teller (TAPS)

■ LoanLink – 24/7 Lending Call Center

■ My Connection – Online Branch

■ PayConnection – Bill Pay

■ Low Cost Insurance

■ Guarantee Signature/Notary

■ Accel Financial Counseling

■ Financial Planning

■ VISA Gift Cards

■ eStatements

■ Mobile Banking

■ Reloadable VISA

■ GAP Insurance

■ Mechanical Warranty

Follow Us on

Twitter!

(804) 756-5000 | 1 (800) 833-5200FAX (804) 756-5005

HenricoMAIN OFFICE7700 Shrader Rd.

Richmond, VA 23228(Located at the corner of Wistar & Shrader)

LOBBY HOURSMon, Tues, Thurs, 9am - 5pm

Wed, 10am - 5pm; Fri, 9am - 6pm

DRIVE-THRU HOURSMon - Fri, 8am - 6pm

Sat, 9am - 12pm

ChesterfieldMIDLOTHIAN

9960 Midlothian Turnpike North Chesterfield, VA 23235

LOBBY HOURSMon - Fri, 9am - 5pm

Sat, 9am - 12pm

DRIVE-THRU HOURSMon - Thurs, 9am - 5pm

Fri, 9am - 6pm Sat, 9am - 12pm

HanoverPATRIOTS CORNER

9280 Chamberlayne Rd., Ste 100 Mechanicsville, VA 23116(across from the Rutlands)

LOBBY HOURSMon - Fri, 9am - 5pm

Sat, 9am - 12pm

DRIVE-THRU HOURSMon - Thurs, 9am - 5pm

Fri, 9am - 6pm Sat, 9am - 12pm

w w w . c o n n e c t s f c u . o r g

East EndHIGHLAND SPRINGS 109 East Nine Mile Road

(804) 737-3760

SERVICE CENTER HOURSMon - Fri, 9am - 7pm

Sat, 9am - 5pm

For Service Center Outlet Locations visit connectsfcu.org and

click “Connect with Us” or call 804.756.5000

Federally Insured by NCUA

Member

Are You a First Time Car Buyer?

We can help you get behind the wheel!

Little or no credit doesn’t have to be a problem when it comes to buying

your first car. Our First Time Car Buyer Program offers an affordable, hassle-free way to get behind the

wheel.

Competitive RatesFlexible Terms

Easy Application Process

We’ve already helped many members finance their first car –

now, it’s your turn! Contact our loan department at 804-756-5040, apply online at connectsfcu.org or visit any

branch to get pre-approved.

Whether you’re thinking about purchasing your first home, refinancing your home loan, or making improvements to your current home, Connects Federal Credit Union is your connection to every

kind of home loan you need. Plus, as your trusted financial partner, you can always count on us to provide you with honesty and

straightforward facts.

Choose from:First Mortgages

Second MortgagesHome Equity Lines of Credit

Rates are still low, making now a great time to consider a home loan. Contact our loan department at 804-756-5040, apply online

or visit any branch to discuss the best loan options for you!

HOME LOAN We're Your

CONNECTION

We had a great time at the CBS6 Healthy Lifestyle Expo on Saturday, February 6. We met so many people interested in financial health. We helped people get connected to

information, services and products available at Connects. In addition, we had a great time with the prize wheel and enjoyed

all of the demonstrations and exhibits.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONT H E C B S 6 H E A L T H Y

L I F E S T Y L E E X P O

Turn Up the Heat with a Toy Loan!It’s never too early to start making summer plans, so come visit us to learn more about our toy loan! Our low rate loans can help you get the financing you need for the summer toy you’ve been dreaming about.

Boats • Motorcycles •RVsAnd More!

With low rates and flexible repayment terms, our toy loan makes summer fun more affordable. For more information or to apply for a toy loan, call 804-756-5040, visit connectsfcu.org or visit any branch.

Page 2: Competoiv pReaRsao imtymM€¦ · Evelyn Gragnani Dowdy President & CEO Karen Griscom Vice President of Accounting Renee Perkins Vice President of Operations & Lending Danielle McLaughlin

LeadershipDan VanDervort

Chairman of the Board

Robert D. Robertson Chairman of the Supervisory Committee

Evelyn Gragnani Dowdy President & CEO

Karen Griscom Vice President of Accounting

Renee Perkins Vice President of Operations & Lending

Danielle McLaughlin Vice President of Marketing &

Business Development

E-MAIL ADDRESSES:[email protected] and [email protected]

StatisticsAs of February 29, 2016Members: 10,080Shares: $72,382,666.47Loans: $29,036,484.30Assets: $78,835,351.06

Identity theft has been at the top of the Federal Trade Commission’s list of complaints for more than a decade, and according to the U.S. Department of Justice, an estimated 17.6 million people were victims of identity fraud in 2014 alone. That’s why Connects wants to remind you to order and review your credit report, which can help you:

• Watch for signs of identity theft• Monitor your credit history• Check for errors• Find ways to improve your credit score

The Fair Credit Reporting Act allows you to obtain one free copy annually from each of the major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). Simply visit www.AnnualCreditReport.com where you can order one or all three reports at the same time. Or if you have our Value Checking, you can obtain all three reports every ninety days. No matter which way you obtain your credit reports, you are invited to have a loan officer review your report with you.

The Annual Corporate 4 Miler is just around the corner! We are now building our team of runners, walkers, and most importantly – VOLUNTEERS! We need you to join our team! Volunteers will receive two different t-shirts, Connects gear and good food and refreshments after the event. Call Danielle at 756-5030 or [email protected] to get in on the good time!

Come join us at Richmond’s Biggest Office Party with fun, live music, golden beverages and live social networking with participants from over 300 RVA businesses and groups. More information and how to get signed up can be found at connectsfcu.org or sportsbackers.org.

Make A Difference... Volunteer!The Board of Directors, Supervisory Committee and other committees are made up of volunteers from the membership. The philosophy of “Member Owned and Operated” thrives through the work of our dedicated volunteers. If you have an interest in volunteering in the operation of your Credit Union, please call 756-5035.

Connects VISA Credit Cards with Added Security VISA Credit Cards are now being produced with the EMV Chip technology. We are issuing the chip cards based on expiration dates. This means you will receive your chip card once your current credit card reaches its normal expiration date that’s on your current card. When you receive your chip card, you will also receive an insert that explains the use of the card and how the chips work.

Several staff have received the chip cards in advance to test them out and here are some tips:

• Not many merchants/stores are prepared to accept the chip cards yet so you will still swipe at most places.

• If the merchant does accept chip transactions, you will insert or “dip” your card into the terminal, leave it in and follow the instructions on the display.

• If a merchant does accept chip transactions, and your card is chip enabled, you will be required to insert or “dip” the card. If you swipe, the transaction will not process and you will be instructed to insert or “dip” the card.

• If you have any questions about the chip enabled VISA credit card, contact any Connects branch.

Connects Debit Cards with chips are on schedule to be available by July. We will follow the same protocol as with our VISA Credit Cards in that the chip enabled debit cards will be sent based upon expiration dates.

Thursday, June 9, 2016 • 7 p.m. at the Innsbrook Office Park

7TH ANNUAL

THERE’S STILL TIME FOR YOUR 2015 IRA

It’s not too late to make contributions to a 2015 IRA! You have until April 18, 2016, to contribute

to your 2015 IRA. Please be sure to specify that you are making a 2015 contribution. If you

have any questions about your IRA, or if you want to open an IRA, visit any branch or call

Member Services at 804-756-5000.

Holiday

Closings

Memorial DayMonday, May 30

Independence DayMonday, July 4

Smart Credit CheckGet Your Free Credit Report!

Do you have Connects Value Checking?You’ve got identity theft protection services built into your account! As a Value Checking Account holder, you can obtain all three credit bureaus credit reports EVERY 90 DAYS for convenient, continuous monitoring. Your Value Checking Account also offers the option to set up email alerts to let you know if there is a change on your credit report, and more!

Plus, as a valued Connects member, we’re happy to sit down one-on-one with you to review your credit report to help you understand its content, find ways to improve your credit, and save you money. To schedule an appointment, please call (804) 756-5040.

Page 3: Competoiv pReaRsao imtymM€¦ · Evelyn Gragnani Dowdy President & CEO Karen Griscom Vice President of Accounting Renee Perkins Vice President of Operations & Lending Danielle McLaughlin

LeadershipDan VanDervort

Chairman of the Board

Robert D. Robertson Chairman of the Supervisory Committee

Evelyn Gragnani Dowdy President & CEO

Karen Griscom Vice President of Accounting

Renee Perkins Vice President of Operations & Lending

Danielle McLaughlin Vice President of Marketing &

Business Development

E-MAIL ADDRESSES:[email protected] and [email protected]

StatisticsAs of February 29, 2016Members: 10,080Shares: $72,382,666.47Loans: $29,036,484.30Assets: $78,835,351.06

Identity theft has been at the top of the Federal Trade Commission’s list of complaints for more than a decade, and according to the U.S. Department of Justice, an estimated 17.6 million people were victims of identity fraud in 2014 alone. That’s why Connects wants to remind you to order and review your credit report, which can help you:

• Watch for signs of identity theft• Monitor your credit history• Check for errors• Find ways to improve your credit score

The Fair Credit Reporting Act allows you to obtain one free copy annually from each of the major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). Simply visit www.AnnualCreditReport.com where you can order one or all three reports at the same time. Or if you have our Value Checking, you can obtain all three reports every ninety days. No matter which way you obtain your credit reports, you are invited to have a loan officer review your report with you.

The Annual Corporate 4 Miler is just around the corner! We are now building our team of runners, walkers, and most importantly – VOLUNTEERS! We need you to join our team! Volunteers will receive two different t-shirts, Connects gear and good food and refreshments after the event. Call Danielle at 756-5030 or [email protected] to get in on the good time!

Come join us at Richmond’s Biggest Office Party with fun, live music, golden beverages and live social networking with participants from over 300 RVA businesses and groups. More information and how to get signed up can be found at connectsfcu.org or sportsbackers.org.

Make A Difference... Volunteer!The Board of Directors, Supervisory Committee and other committees are made up of volunteers from the membership. The philosophy of “Member Owned and Operated” thrives through the work of our dedicated volunteers. If you have an interest in volunteering in the operation of your Credit Union, please call 756-5035.

Connects VISA Credit Cards with Added Security VISA Credit Cards are now being produced with the EMV Chip technology. We are issuing the chip cards based on expiration dates. This means you will receive your chip card once your current credit card reaches its normal expiration date that’s on your current card. When you receive your chip card, you will also receive an insert that explains the use of the card and how the chips work.

Several staff have received the chip cards in advance to test them out and here are some tips:

• Not many merchants/stores are prepared to accept the chip cards yet so you will still swipe at most places.

• If the merchant does accept chip transactions, you will insert or “dip” your card into the terminal, leave it in and follow the instructions on the display.

• If a merchant does accept chip transactions, and your card is chip enabled, you will be required to insert or “dip” the card. If you swipe, the transaction will not process and you will be instructed to insert or “dip” the card.

• If you have any questions about the chip enabled VISA credit card, contact any Connects branch.

Connects Debit Cards with chips are on schedule to be available by July. We will follow the same protocol as with our VISA Credit Cards in that the chip enabled debit cards will be sent based upon expiration dates.

Thursday, June 9, 2016 • 7 p.m. at the Innsbrook Office Park

7TH ANNUAL

THERE’S STILL TIME FOR YOUR 2015 IRA

It’s not too late to make contributions to a 2015 IRA! You have until April 18, 2016, to contribute

to your 2015 IRA. Please be sure to specify that you are making a 2015 contribution. If you

have any questions about your IRA, or if you want to open an IRA, visit any branch or call

Member Services at 804-756-5000.

Holiday

Closings

Memorial DayMonday, May 30

Independence DayMonday, July 4

Smart Credit CheckGet Your Free Credit Report!

Do you have Connects Value Checking?You’ve got identity theft protection services built into your account! As a Value Checking Account holder, you can obtain all three credit bureaus credit reports EVERY 90 DAYS for convenient, continuous monitoring. Your Value Checking Account also offers the option to set up email alerts to let you know if there is a change on your credit report, and more!

Plus, as a valued Connects member, we’re happy to sit down one-on-one with you to review your credit report to help you understand its content, find ways to improve your credit, and save you money. To schedule an appointment, please call (804) 756-5040.

Page 4: Competoiv pReaRsao imtymM€¦ · Evelyn Gragnani Dowdy President & CEO Karen Griscom Vice President of Accounting Renee Perkins Vice President of Operations & Lending Danielle McLaughlin

© C

UA

dvan

tage

.com

• 87

7.79

9.07

84

w w w . c o n n e c t s f c u . o r g A P R I L 2 0 1 6

conn e c t i o n

Services Available■ Community Membership

■ Savings Accounts

■ Checking Accounts

■ VISA Check/ATM Card

■ Money Management Account($2,500 minimum balance, limited access, earns higher dividend)

■ Vacation Club and Christmas Club

■ Youth Account

■ Prestige Account(Seniors Discount Account)

■ Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)

■ Share Certificates of Deposit

■ Direct Deposit/Payroll Deduction

■ Money Orders

■ Teller Checks

■ Platinum VISA Credit Card

■ Low Interest Loans and Lines-of-Credit

■ First and Second Mortgages

■ Student Loans

■ Automated Teller (TAPS)

■ LoanLink – 24/7 Lending Call Center

■ My Connection – Online Branch

■ PayConnection – Bill Pay

■ Low Cost Insurance

■ Guarantee Signature/Notary

■ Accel Financial Counseling

■ Financial Planning

■ VISA Gift Cards

■ eStatements

■ Mobile Banking

■ Reloadable VISA

■ GAP Insurance

■ Mechanical Warranty

Follow Us on

Twitter!

(804) 756-5000 | 1 (800) 833-5200FAX (804) 756-5005

HenricoMAIN OFFICE7700 Shrader Rd.

Richmond, VA 23228(Located at the corner of Wistar & Shrader)

LOBBY HOURSMon, Tues, Thurs, 9am - 5pm

Wed, 10am - 5pm; Fri, 9am - 6pm

DRIVE-THRU HOURSMon - Fri, 8am - 6pm

Sat, 9am - 12pm

ChesterfieldMIDLOTHIAN

9960 Midlothian Turnpike North Chesterfield, VA 23235

LOBBY HOURSMon - Fri, 9am - 5pm

Sat, 9am - 12pm

DRIVE-THRU HOURSMon - Thurs, 9am - 5pm

Fri, 9am - 6pm Sat, 9am - 12pm

HanoverPATRIOTS CORNER

9280 Chamberlayne Rd., Ste 100 Mechanicsville, VA 23116(across from the Rutlands)

LOBBY HOURSMon - Fri, 9am - 5pm

Sat, 9am - 12pm

DRIVE-THRU HOURSMon - Thurs, 9am - 5pm

Fri, 9am - 6pm Sat, 9am - 12pm

w w w . c o n n e c t s f c u . o r g

East EndHIGHLAND SPRINGS 109 East Nine Mile Road

(804) 737-3760

SERVICE CENTER HOURSMon - Fri, 9am - 7pm

Sat, 9am - 5pm

For Service Center Outlet Locations visit connectsfcu.org and

click “Connect with Us” or call 804.756.5000

Federally Insured by NCUA

Member

Are You a First Time Car Buyer?

We can help you get behind the wheel!

Little or no credit doesn’t have to be a problem when it comes to buying

your first car. Our First Time Car Buyer Program offers an affordable, hassle-free way to get behind the

wheel.

Competitive RatesFlexible Terms

Easy Application Process

We’ve already helped many members finance their first car –

now, it’s your turn! Contact our loan department at 804-756-5040, apply online at connectsfcu.org or visit any

branch to get pre-approved.

Whether you’re thinking about purchasing your first home, refinancing your home loan, or making improvements to your current home, Connects Federal Credit Union is your connection to every

kind of home loan you need. Plus, as your trusted financial partner, you can always count on us to provide you with honesty and

straightforward facts.

Choose from:First Mortgages

Second MortgagesHome Equity Lines of Credit

Rates are still low, making now a great time to consider a home loan. Contact our loan department at 804-756-5040, apply online

or visit any branch to discuss the best loan options for you!

HOME LOAN We're Your

CONNECTION

We had a great time at the CBS6 Healthy Lifestyle Expo on Saturday, February 6. We met so many people interested in financial health. We helped people get connected to

information, services and products available at Connects. In addition, we had a great time with the prize wheel and enjoyed

all of the demonstrations and exhibits.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONT H E C B S 6 H E A L T H Y

L I F E S T Y L E E X P O

Turn Up the Heat with a Toy Loan!It’s never too early to start making summer plans, so come visit us to learn more about our toy loan! Our low rate loans can help you get the financing you need for the summer toy you’ve been dreaming about.

Boats • Motorcycles •RVsAnd More!

With low rates and flexible repayment terms, our toy loan makes summer fun more affordable. For more information or to apply for a toy loan, call 804-756-5040, visit connectsfcu.org or visit any branch.