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Understand the Proponent Difference

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(Proponent Federal Credit Union)

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You might be aware that Credit Unions offer similar products as banks, but do you know what makes them different?

Being Member owned, without stockholders, and not-for-profit, means that Proponent Federal Credit Union provides these exclusive values.

  • Local Headquarters dedicated to the Nutley community’s success
  • Earnings are reinvested in our products and services to improve them for your benefit
  • One-on-one consultations specific to your needs
  • Tailored financial options and solutions
  • Competitive, guaranteed rates on Share Certificates (CDs) with more rollover flexibility
  • In-house call center who are also members
  • Special discounts on Auto Loans and 1st Mortgages for New Members*
  • Credit Card rates cannot exceed 18.00% APR**

Proponent is the 4th largest federally insured NJ-based Credit Union, so you can be confident in our stability. We’ve been protecting and guiding our members’ financial health as an alternative to for-profit banks for over 50 years.

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*Click here to view details and eligibility information or fill out our request form to be added to our email list.

**APR=Annual Percentage Rate


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