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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 do we mean by that? Just like a unicorn is…

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…

Jan 23, 2024 / Local Utah

Unveiling Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre

Salt Lake City’s Premier Venue Gets a New Name Get Early Ticket Access with Personal Checking! Utah First Credit Union is now the name-in-title sponsor of an iconic outdoor venue in Salt Lake City, UT, formerly USANA Amphitheatre. Now operating as Utah First AMP, this…

Oct 11, 2023 / Security

Scam-Proof Your Finances in a Digital World

Scam-Proof Your Finances in a Digital World With the world trending toward digital everything, scams have become more sophisticated and harder to spot than ever. At Utah First Credit Union, we’re alarmed by the increasing number of reports from our members falling victim to scams…

Sep 07, 2023 / News

Fostering a Love of Learning—One Utah First Scholarship at a Time

When it comes to helping students, Utah First Credit Union believes in learning by heart. That is, the more love you give to local students, the more they’ll love learning. That’s why we’re investing in the next generation of Utahns by helping students pursue their…

Jun 02, 2023 / Local Utah

Utah First Voted Best Credit Union of SLC

At Utah First, we know Utah, and with our headquarters located in beautiful downtown Salt Lake, we know Salt Lake City too. We also know that all credit unions are NOT created equal. It’s easy to fall into the trap that all financial institutions are…

Apr 28, 2023 / Local Utah

What’s the Difference Between a Bank and a Credit Union?

You can put your money almost anywhere: in a bank, in a credit union, in a shoebox, under a mattress, or even in a one of those metal briefcases that you handcuff to your hand like in the movies. But as most people make a…

Apr 21, 2023 / Money Tips

5 Reasons to Check Out a Utah First Checking Account

As banking continues to evolve, why are so many checking accounts stuck in the past? They come with old-fashioned fees, pricey overdraft protection, and antiquated account access. Isn’t it about time for the checking account to change? At Utah First, you get all the checking…

Apr 14, 2023 / News

Utah First Named Top 100 Credit Union In the Country

Utah First has been named as one of the top 100 credit unions in the United States by S&P Global Market Intelligence. This ranking assesses the performance of credit unions and banks across the country, based on returns, growth, and efficiency—with a particular emphasis on…

Apr 07, 2023 / Money Tips

5 Quick Tips to Save for a Snowy Day Fund

April showers might bring spring flowers, but in Utah, we can’t seem to get enough of the greatest snow on earth. While we’re waiting for spring to finally spring and the rain to replace the snow, now seems like a good time to talk about…