Sarasota Municipal Employees Credit Union

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Travel Safe On Vacation

Travelers Checks and/or a SMECU VISA Debit Card is much safer than CASH! And don't forget to see us for all your vacation borrowing expenses.

 

 
 
 
 

FAQ's

To assist you in learning more about the Credit Union, we have compiled a short list of the most frequently asked questions and answers:

Q. What are your hours of operation?

A. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 8:00am to 5:00pm
    Wednesday - 10:00am to 5:00pm


Q. What is the monthly fee for Share Draft (checking)?

A. There is NO MONTHLY FEE for your Share Draft account. See our fee schedule and member services section for more information.


Q. Do I have to maintain a minimum balance in Share (savings)?

A. A $25 minimum balance is required to avoid a monthly low balance service fee. You will find that our Share account generally pays a higher rate of return, called dividends, than at other financial institutions.


Q. Do you place a hold on payroll checks?

A. No – the funds are available in your account immediately unless we have had a problem with the company that issued the check before. This means you save time, as you don’t need to cash your check before coming to the Credit Union. With direct deposit, you can save valuable time by avoiding the need to visit the Credit Union.


Q. Can I have my payroll check deposited directly into my Credit Union account?

A. Yes! Simply contact the Credit Union and/or your payroll department for more information.


Q. Will I have to close my account at the Credit Union if I leave my job or relocate?

A. Absolutely not! Remember, "Once a member, always a member"!


Q. Can my family members join the Credit Union?

A. Yes – all family members are eligible for membership. Contact a credit union representative for further details.


Q. Where may I use my ATM card?

A. Your Credit Union ATM card is accepted at any ATM which displays the Cirrus or Presto! logos. To find an ATM near you that you can use, try our online ATM locators.

     


Q. How long do I have to be a member before I can apply for a loan?

A. There is no waiting period. As a matter of fact, you may become a member, and apply for a loan at the same time. You may complete our loan application online.


Q. What is my "PIN" number?

A. It is either a 4-digit number which you have selected or a random number assigned for your ATM card. 


Q. What is the difference between a Credit Union and a Bank?

A. Credit Unions are not for profit cooperative financial institutions, owned by it's members, which generally have favorable interest rates or borrowing and savings programs as well as lower service fees.


Q. May a "joint owner" on an account open an account in his or her name?

A. Yes. A joint owner is eligible to become a member of the Credit Union. Also, all immediate family members are eligible to join.


Q. Can I pay bills online from my account(s) at the Credit Union?

A. Yes. We offer Bill Pay through our home banking service, Cyberbranch. Sign up today!


Q. How can I check on my account after hours?

A. Call SAMM, the Credit Unions Audio Response System at (941) 953-9403. SAMM is free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.


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1558 First Street, Sarasota, Florida 34236
941.953.6744 | 941.365.4966 Fax | 800.860.5704 SAMM
 


Federally Insured by NCUA
to at least $250,000


 

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