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Your money, your way

Free Checking¹
Yep, it’s really free! No minimum balance. No monthly service fees. No hassles. Just better banking.
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Better rates + lower fees
Keep more for your fun-money fund with competitive credit union rates and lower fees.
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Fast + easy digital banking
Places to go and people to see? Never miss a beat with Online Banking and a top-rated mobile app.
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Rewards program
The more you do with us, the more perks you get, like an annual cashback bonus and rate discounts!²
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First-Time Homebuyer Program
You could skip your down payment³ and focus on your new place – with walls you can finally paint!
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Dependability
Joining a credit union that’s been around for 85 years means you get the security and stability.
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Desert Financial's San Tan Village branch features a modern and welcoming design, with sleek architecture, and large windows.

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Enjoy the convenience of nearly 50 branches statewide and more than 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs in the Co-op network.

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Why we exist

Our passion is creating exceptional experiences through financial solutions that improve financial well-being. We believe in sharing success, and as a not-for-profit credit union, we can give more back to our members, community and team.

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Desert Financial consistently ranks high for member satisfaction and service in leading local and national publications.
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Disclosures

1

Checking is free; however, fees for overdraft or additional services may apply. See Fee Schedule. Membership eligibility required. For complete account terms and conditions, refer to the published Statements of Terms, Conditions and Disclosures.

2

For further information regarding the Relationship Rewards program and eligibility of the Member Giveback Bonus, please see the Relationship Rewards Disclosure – Supplement to the Statements of Terms, Conditions and Disclosures.

3

Must be a first-time homebuyer (not having owned a primary residence in the last three years) with a minimum credit score of 680 to be eligible. Property must be located in Arizona. Jumbo loans and loans with non-occupant co-borrowers are ineligible. Additional restrictions and eligibility requirements apply.

Desert Financial Credit Union NMLS ID #509455