Skip to content
LMCU Logo

LMCU News

You'll love banking here.

Get the latest news from LMCU

Introducing Interactive Teller Machines

Posted December 3, 2018  |   Topics: Community

Coming in mid-December, two branch locations in Grand Rapids, MI will offer the convenience of an ATM plus the personal, friendly service of an LMCU teller thanks to our new, Interactive Teller Machines (ITMs).

ITMs operate just like an ATM however, you will be able to video chat with an LMCU teller to help you navigate through your transaction or answer account questions!

Keep Track of How Much Joy You’re Spreading (and Spending)

Posted December 3, 2018  |   Topics: Online Banking

‘Tis the season for giving…and giving…and giving. And all that giving can be hard to keep track of. Don’t worry, our budget tool located within Online Banking can help. Here are just a few of the features:

Max Rewards—Stuff Your Stockings Without Emptying Your Wallet

Posted December 3, 2018  |   Topics: Savings Tips

From stocking stuffers to ugly sweaters, gas to groceries, LMCU’s Max Rewards Visa Credit Card pays you cash back or points on every purchase—including 3% on gas, 2% on groceries, and 1% on everything else. And if you’re a Signature Max Rewards Credit Card cardholder, you’ll also get 2% back on restaurants and dining. It happens automatically with every purchase, so Santa can be extra generous this year.

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of Year to Buy a House (and we don’t mean the ginger bread kind)

Posted December 1, 2018  |   Topics: Home Financing & Renovation

Sure, you’d be fine with new socks and a gift card. But here are five reasons why December is the ideal time to purchase your next home.

1. You hold the cards.

Nobody wants to think about moving when there’s pie to eat and stockings to stuff. So, anyone who’s selling probably needs to do it fast. And their need for speed could work to your advantage when negotiating.

Have a Plan for Your Business’ Retirement Plans

Posted December 1, 2018  |   Topics: Retirement Planning

From mom-and-pop businesses to Fortune 500 companies, our Max Wealth Management team can help you find a retirement plan appropriate for your needs. We walk you through all of the options, and take care of everything from the paperwork to monitoring and communicating your plan’s performance.

Whether you’re establishing a new plan or looking for a more proactive financial partner to educate your employees on the market, our dream team of Trustees, LPL Financial Advisors, Client Service Associates, and Third-Party Administrators work together to coordinate and execute a plan that’s specific to you and your employees.

This Year We’re Adding Some Happy to the Holidays

Posted December 1, 2018  |   Topics: Member Perks

Lake Michigan Credit Union members get $100 per line in cash rewards for every new line activated with Sprint®—and, for a limited time, this offer is available for unlimited lines. Plus, you’ll receive $100 in loyalty cash rewards every year.

Welcome Encore Bank Members!

Posted November 6, 2018  |   Topics: Lake Michigan Credit Union

On Monday, November 5, we officially welcomed Encore Bank of Florida to the LMCU family. This merger means LMCU will now have a total of ten full-service branches in southwest Florida. And we’re bringing our exceptional suite of value-driven products and services with us.

Welcome, Encore Bank members. You’re going to love it here!

Visit LMCU.org/Locations for a list of all our Florida locations.

What’s Causing the Rise in Mortgage Rates?

Posted November 1, 2018  |   Topics: Home Financing & Renovation

For the past decade, borrowers have enjoyed historically low mortgage rates. So why are rates suddenly on the rise?

A strong economy tends to force mortgage rates up because of inflationary fears. Rising inflation causes fixed-income investments, such as bonds, to lose value. And that causes their yields to rise. Mortgage rates usually follow long-term bond yields. When yields go up, home loan rates tend to go up, as well.

Year-End Gifting Strategies

Posted November 1, 2018  |   Topics: Savings Tips, Investing

The tax year will be ending on December 31. If you have plans to make charitable gifts to family members, it’s last call to make those donations for 2018.

The Basics

If you have the financial ability and devotion to make lifetime gifts to family members, consider making them annually. The inflation adjustment for 2018 has increased the amount you can gift without being subject to a per-individual gift tax – $15,000 individual, or $30,000 for married couples. Keep in mind that gifting decisions should reflect any additional wealth transfers or estate planning steps you already have in place.

Can’t Find Your Dream Home?

Posted October 1, 2018  |   Topics: Home Financing & Renovation

Build it instead.

We all want a home that reflects our tastes, sensibilities and unique styles. But sometimes, it doesn’t exist. At least, not yet. Here’s a quick guide to building your dream home.

  |  Home  |