MEMBER PROFILE

Daniel Truesdale

I didn't want to keep renting all my life. I started saving money through the First Home Club IDA at Alternatives, and the required money management class, MoneyWise, tells you everything you need to know. If you're a first time homeowner, you can?t beat getting $7,000 free money for a nice house! All I had to do was the legwork.

We’ve all seen the news – American auto manufacturers are facing severe financial hardship.  Credit unions nationwide – including Alternatives Federal Credit Union –  are enrolling in the program, “Invest in America,” to offer deep discounts to CU members who are interested in buying a new car from General Motors (GM) or Chrysler (Ford does not have a partnership with credit unions at this time).

This partnership helps our members in two ways. One, members can save thousands of dollars, depending on which vehicle you purchase. Two, members can also save with the best loan rates in the market through Alternatives. As an added bonus, you’ll be helping out the local economy by purchasing an American vehicle and financing it though your Credit Union.

What Do I Save Buying a New Car from GM or Chrysler?

General Motors: 
Alternatives’ members will receive the GM Supplier Discount, along with applicable national incentives, through this program.
More details here.

Chrysler: 
Alternatives’ members will receive Employee Pricing plus up to $1,000 in cash allowances when you finance your new Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep vehicles.
More details here.

How Do I Get My Discount?

1.)  Make sure you’re financially ready to purchase a new car.  Get pre-approved at Alternatives by applying online or calling our Anytime LoanPhone at 866-529-8722. 
2.)  Shop the GM and Chrysler dealerships.  Once you’ve found the car you want, follow the below instructions:   

General Motors:   
Go to www.lovemycreditunion.org and select the GM Discount Program For Credit Union Members button, follow the prompts to find Alternatives, and print out your personal Authorization Number. Take that number to your local GM Dealer and drive away happy in your new GM vehicle.

Chrysler:
Go to www.lovemycreditunion.org for complete details including a list of qualifying vehicles and incentives. To qualify for the Credit Union Member Cash program, simply let your Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep dealer know you are financing your new vehicle through your credit union.