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This Month at GLCU

Your monthly roundup of credit union news, financial tips,

and member updates.

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Mortgage Forward Expands with FiT Mortgage Acquisition

 

Mortgage Forward, a credit union service organization (CUSO) and subsidiary of GLCU, has welcomed FiT Mortgage to GLCU’s family of companies. FiT Mortgage, an industry-leading mortgage company, will help Mortgage Forward grow into new markets such as Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida.

 
Read the Press Release »
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Coming Soon – New GLCU Website & Digital Banking Experience

 

We’re excited to announce that our digital banking platform and website are getting an update! Launching in early September, the new GLCU.org will have an easy-to-use interface, as well as an updated look and feel. 

 

GLCU’s new digital banking platform launches on September 17. Members can expect a seamless banking experience across desktop and mobile devices, as well as a new, streamlined look.  

 
Learn more about Digital Banking »
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Join Us in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

 

Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us at our Round Lake Beach branch and enjoy a fun filled morning featuring:  

  • Face painting for the kids 
  • Delicious free food from a local taco truck 
  • Live music from a local mariachi band 

Saturday, September 27 
10am - 12pm 
Great Lakes Credit Union 

2135 N. Illinois 83, Round Lake Beach, Illinois 60073 
 
We hope to see you there! 

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Win $250 for Using Your GLCU Debit Card! 

 

In September, use your GLCU debit card to be entered into GLCU’s Swipe & Win Swipestakes for a chance to win $250 cash back. Here’s how it works: 

  • Use your GLCU debit card throughout September 
  • The member with the most qualifying swipes wins 
  • A qualifying transaction must be $10 or more 
  • In the event of a tie, we’ll select the winner based on a combination of highest swipe count and total dollars spent 

 

Happy swiping, and best of luck! 

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Help Your Child Become Money Smart

 

It’s never too early to learn about finances. As the kids head back to school - whether they’re just starting elementary school, or going off to college - GLCU is here to help set them on the right path. With financial products and services tailored to every stage of life, we make it easy to start building smart money habits early.

  

Check out our youth account page or blog with youth-centered articles for more information on how to financially empower your kids.  

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Free Shred Event at GLCU’s Woodstock Branch 

 

Your financial security is one of our top priorities. That’s why we’re hosting a shred event at our Woodstock branch!  

 

Date: Saturday, September 20 

Time: 10am – 12pm 

Location: Great Lakes Credit Union 

180 S. Eastwood Dr. 

Woodstock, IL 60098 

 

We’ve partnered with Secure Document Solutions to bring a shred truck to the Woodstock branch that can securely destroy your confidential or financial documents. GLCU’s shred events are open to the community, so neighbors, family, and friends are also invited. Attendees may bring up to two bags or boxes each. GLCU staff will be on hand with information on how to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud online.  

 

Donuts and coffee will be served. 

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Upcoming Financial Education Events

  • September 13 – Condo Ownership Seminar 
  • September 16 – Fraud Lunch & Learn Seminar
  • September 20 – First-Time Homebuyer Seminar
  • September 27 – First-Time Homebuyer Seminar 

 

Register Here »

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GLCU in the Community

  • 9/20 - Fiesta Sin Frontera  - Waukegan
  • 9/20 - El Grito - Bolingbrook
  • 9/24 - Taste of Uptown - Chicago

 

Thanks for being a valued member of the GLCU family.

Questions?

Call us at (800) 982-7850 or visit glcu.org.

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