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Free checking is harder to find…

But not at First Castle FCU!  Hurry in to your nearest branch, or read on to learn more about it. According to an article in today’s LA Times, banks have increased the minimum balance requirements and fees associated with checking accounts.  Data released Monday from Bankrate.com show that the average minimum balance requirement for a [...]

Earn extra points when you buy costumes, airfare, and more!

These are just a few of this month’s special offers from UChoose Rewards… How does it work? Simply use your First Castle debit or credit card to take advantage of these offers (via the UChoose website), and as long as you are enrolled in our Relationship Rewards program, the points will show up in your [...]

Fan Up! Pep Rally

Get ready for football season by joining the East St. Tammany Chamber’s Fan Up! Pep Rally! September 6, 2012 5PM – 8PM Location: The Arcade Theatre 2249 Carey Street, Olde Towne Slidell     Silent Auction Items Include: Les Miles Autographed Football in Case Thomas Morstead Autographed Football Jonathan Vilma Autographed Player Card in Frame [...]

Let’s Make a Deal at Lakeshore Slidell!

Repossessed Cars Offer Tremendous Savings

Regardless of the economy, there are many people who face repossessions from banks and other lending facilities. Unfortunately the loss of jobs, injuries and other complications prevent them from making payments on financed possessions. Those looking to buy a personal car should consider purchasing a repossessed vehicle. Those who are in the market to buy [...]

Put Your Finances on Auto-pilot

Do you ever have the feeling that there are not enough hours in the day?  First Castle FCU offers a number of products and services designed to save you time and make your life easier.  Spend less time managing your money and more time focusing on your financial goals. Automate Your Paycheck Set up Direct [...]

New Year’s Resolution: Spend Less On Auto Repairs

If your vehicle suddenly breaks down, do you have money set aside for costly repairs?  In 2012, resolve to spend less money on your vehicle with an extended warranty from First Castle FCU! We can help you plan ahead for unexpected, expensive repairs by providing you with an extended warranty: If your auto loan is [...]

You Can Choose Better Rates with UChoose Rewards

We work hard to spread the word about our Relationship Rewards program, and it seems that many of you are catching on!  Did you know that amongst the millions of redemption options available to you lies the option to buy .25% off of a new loan or add .25% onto a certificate of deposit? Just [...]

You just can’t beat free money

Sometime back in April, my husband asked me to start using my debit card as a credit card. In other words when I check out at the grocery store and Target and Walmart, I need to make sure I ask the clerk “how do I make this a credit?” Unless they have a handy handwritten [...]

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