New USA Federal Escondido Branch Ribbon Cutting Today

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

San Diego, Calif., September 7, 2006 – USA Federal Credit Union, headquartered in San Diego, held a ribbon cutting ceremony for it newest branch opening in Escondido at 1264 Auto Park Way, Suite A (Escondido, CA, 92029) today, September 7, 2006.

“Escondido is a wonderful community and we are delighted to expand our services here,” said Mary Cunningham, CEO of USA Federal, “This is a thriving city where businesses and families can look to us for help with new loans, checking accounts, and financial services.”   USA Federal will provide low rate auto loans, home improvement loans, high returns on share certificates, no minimum checking, and flexible business services. A Walk-up ATM is available 24 hours a day. The branch is open with extended and convenient hours: Monday – Friday 10AM – 6PM, Saturday 9AM – 3PM

“This is a family-centered community and we want to be a big part of your success.” said Toni Clark, USA Federal’s Regional Branch Director, “Few people realize there are more children in Escondido than most cities in the county. We are ready to meet your family’s needs with our financial solutions.”   USA Federal now offers FREE Online Banking, Online Bill Pay with Money HQ, eStatements, and 24-hour Telephone Center service for our members. With over 17,000 surcharge-free ATMs and more than 1,000 CU Service Center shared branches, accessing your money is quick and easy.

In celebration of the new Escondido branch, USA Federal has a TWO special offers. Open a new business checking account by October 31st with USA Federal and get a FREE checking account starter kit valued at $200!

• Open a new personal checking account by October 31st and we’ll waive the $5 membership fee. In addition, you’ll receive a USA Federal stainless steel commuter mug and your first box of checks FREE!
• In addition to the new Escondido branch, USA Federal has 20 other branches serving you. Visit www.usafedcu.org or call (800) 220-1USA (1872) or (858) 831-8100 for more information.

About USA Federal

With more than 61,000 members and over $700 million in assets, USA Federal Credit Union (headquartered in San Diego) operates 21 branches, including locations in San Diego and Riverside Counties, Las Vegas (NV), Japan and Korea. Members of this non-profit financial cooperative include the military, civilians and select employee groups. Founded in 1953 at the Naval Training Center in San Diego, USA Federal offers a full range of financial services including business services and consumer savings, checking, mortgage and home equity loans, auto loans, debit and credit cards, share term certificates, IRAs, and a 24-hour phone center. Online services include eStatements, Online Banking and Bill Pay with Money HQ and online loan applications and approval. Additional services include the BALANCE financial fitness program, and investment and retirement planning offered by MEMBERS Financial Services. This credit union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration. Visit www.usafedcu.org or call (800) 220-1USA (1872) or (858) 831-8100 for more information.

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