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Mar 19, 2025 / Auto & RV

What Kind of Credit Score Do I Need to Buy a Car?

Got a dream car in mind but aren’t sure what credit score you need to make it yours? Whether it’s your first ride or an upgrade, your credit score plays a role in your loan options — but don’t let that stress you out! No matter where your credit’s at, we have ways of getting…

Feb 12, 2025 / Uncategorized

5 Reasons to Swipe Right on Utah First

Finding the right financial institution is a lot like dating—you want a perfect match that understands your needs, supports your goals, and makes life easier. At Utah First, we believe banking should be a rewarding, stress-free experience, and we work hard to make sure our…

Jan 21, 2025 / Local Utah

Utah First Credit Union Names Chad Dilley as Chief Operating Officer

Press release reposted from Business Wire. Utah First Credit Union is excited to announce Chad Dilley as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). With two decades of financial leadership, Chad has a proven record of innovative banking solutions, excellent customer and employee experiences, and business growth.…

Dec 30, 2024 / Local Utah

Utah First Named Best Company to Work For 2024!

Utah Business Honors Us with Employee-Voted Recognition Utah First Credit Union is honored to announce its latest achievement as one of the Best Companies to Work For in 2024, awarded by Utah Business. This accolade comes on the heels of recent recognition from the Salt Lake…

Dec 01, 2024 / Security

Get the Most Out of Your NCUA Coverage

Most people know that the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) automatically insures savings accounts at federally insured credit unions, up to $250,000, at no cost to you. But did you know that your coverage may extend above and beyond that amount, depending on your individual…

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Nov 08, 2024 / Money Tips

7 Ways to Waive Your Checking Account Fees at Utah First Credit Union

Are you tired of pesky checking account fees eating away at your hard-earned cash? Look no further than Utah First Credit Union, where we’ve got the secret sauce for scoring waived fees for your checking account–it’s easier than you might think. Forget about jumping through…

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Nov 01, 2024 / Local Utah

Utah First Rocks the Top Workplace Charts for 2024!

Salt Lake City’s coolest credit union, Utah First, is celebrating a major win. We’ve just snagged a Top Workplaces title from The Salt Lake Tribune for 2024! The Tribune officially announced the Top Workplaces winners for the 11th year running. Below, we break down what…

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Jul 05, 2024 / Local Utah

Utah First Credit Union Now Open in St. George

Now Open in St. George! We’re thrilled to announce that Utah First Credit Union has opened its newest branch at 2111 East Riverside Drive, in St. George, Utah! You can’t miss that bright orange glow right on the corner of Riverside Dr. and Mall Dr.…

May 13, 2024 / Home Equity

8 Reasons Utah First Offers the Unicorn of HELOCs

8 Reasons Utah First Offers the Unicorn of HELOCs If you’re a homeowner looking to take advantage of the equity in your property, you’ve come to the right place. Utah First Credit Union offers the unicorn of HELOCs in the financial world! But what exactly…

Feb 06, 2024 / News

Utah First Credit Union Secures Ninth Consecutive Crystal Performance Award

We are so excited to announce another honor for an unprecedented ninth consecutive year. The institution has received the Crystal Performance Award, a distinguished honor presented by Raddon, A Fiserv Company, that sets Utah First Credit Union apart as one of the premier credit unions…