Jul 19, 2016

July’s “Give Back” Winner 7/19/16

Every month America First Credit Union highlights a deserving individual in the Las Vegas Valley. Today, we meet Joe who is one of many volunteers in the Trauma Intervention Program. Along with recognizing Joe for the month of July, America First Credit Union's Nicole Cypers, PR & Social Media Manager will share tips for staying aware and reducing the risk of fraud. This Segment is Sponsored by: America First Credit UnionÂ Source

Jul 14, 2016

Now is the Time to Get a New Boat or RV

Some of the fondest memories we make all year take place with family and friends in the summer sun. Nicole Cypers with America First Credit Union shares why now is the best time to take the plunge and purchase that boat or RV your family has always dreamed of. This Segment is Sponsored By: America First Credit Union Source

Jul 13, 2016

A grocery trip to Boulder City

The FOX5 Surprise Squad has been all over Las Vegas, to Pahrump and Mesquite. They decided it was time to head down to Boulder City. Source

Jul 01, 2016

Heroic Story from World War II Inspires & Humbles

By John B. Lund, President and Chief Executive Officer One of the things I appreciate most about America First is the people with whom I am privileged to work, such as Thayne Shaffer, our senior vice president & controller. Thayne shared with us the story of his grandfather, who served during World War II as an engineer in a B-24 bomber. It is a heartwarming description of service, teamwork and patriotism that his family has kindly allowed me to relate to the membership. Ray Albiston was born on January 10, 1913 in Whiskey Gap, Alberta, Canada. In his youth, Ray…

Jul 01, 2016

Security Update: Stay Alert for Identity Thieves

Cyber criminals are always busy in the summer months, attacking consumers around the globe. According to experts, no one is immune to this phenomenon and, while we are all vulnerable, there are steps you can take to minimize your risk: • Be overly careful about clicking on links and attachments you didn’t request and/or don’t recognize. • Limit the amount of sensitive data stored on your computer. For example, never put your Social Security Number on any device. • Use free Online & Mobile Banking to monitor your transactions and take care of your personal finances. • Don’t geotag photos…

Jun 28, 2016

June 2016 “Give Back” Winner 6/28/16

Each month, America First Credit Union highlights a special individual in the Las Vegas Valley. Today, meet Carol Dow-Richards, who helped start Aphasia Recovery Connection, after her son had a stroke at only 10 years old. This Segment is Sponsored By: America First Credit Union Source

Jun 23, 2016

America First Sizzles with Hot Loans, Cool Giveaways “Summer Better Than Others” Loan Campaign

Click-to-Tweet: @afcu offers hot rates and cool prizes during summer loan campaign. Members can enter to win prizes through Aug. 31! americafirst.com/summer Riverdale, Utah – Summer is upon us and Utah’s largest credit union, America First Credit Union, is sizzling with low rates on auto, RV, mortgage and home equity loans and Visa credit cards during its “Summer Better Than Others” campaign of giveaways, running through Wednesday, August 31. Members can take advantage of loan opportunities, while also being entered to win a selection of prizes awarded each day of the promotion, to include loan payments, electronics, Disneyland vacations, and more. Members…

Jun 20, 2016

Handing out 10,000 dollars in scholarships, Karl Winsness earns High 5 award

Nomination letter sent in by Judy Jefferies: Aaron is our mailman. He is the most compassionate person that I have ever met. He serves numerous people on our street and the surrounding area. Many that he serves are older. My husband and I are over 70. I have severe back problems and he is disables and permanently in a wheelchair. If our garbage can looks full on Monday when he delivers our mail, Aaron takes it out to the street. When it is emptied the next day, if I have not brought it back in by the time he comes…

Jun 06, 2016

America First Credit Union Opening New Branch Location in West Point Smith’s Marketplace

Riverdale, UTAH – Utah’s largest credit union, America First Credit Union, joins in the growth in West Point City with the opening of its newest branch location on Wednesday, June 8 inside Smith’s Marketplace at 217 North 2000 West North in West Point, Utah. As part of the first commercial retail center in the city, the Smith’s Marketplace will anchor a 19.4 acre commercial development named “The Point,” paving the way for additional jobs in the community. The branch location marks the fifth branch opening of 2016, on the heels of the Jeremy Ranch branch opening in Park City, Utah…

Jun 01, 2016

The Innovation Center is our New & Interactive Service Experience

By John B. Lund, President and Chief Executive Officer We’re excited to introduce our new Innovation Center, located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake’s City Creek destination. The America First Innovation Center will not function as a traditional branch; rather, it will be an engaging and collaborative hub, showcasing advanced technological solutions for multiple service channels. Members and consumers who wish to learn more about America First will have a greater voice in shaping their experience in the future. Our partners in the project are industry leaders in financial services, providing the latest in cutting-edge tools. Examples include: • Remote…