Financial Seminars

Unlock your financial potential with Members Credit Union's exclusive seminars! Designed to empower you on your financial journey and enhance your daily life, these sessions provide invaluable insights and guidance to help you thrive. Don't miss this opportunity for growth—register today!

July - Senior Scam Smart Bingo

In today’s world, scams targeting seniors are more common—and more sophisticated—than ever. That’s why learning how to spot and avoid fraud is more important than ever.

Join us for a fun and informative morning in our FREE Bingo & Breakfast event for seniors. Enjoy a light breakfast, win fun prizes during our bingo game, and gain essential fraud prevention tips from a Connecticut Department of Banking expert.

This is more than just a game—it’s your chance to stay informed and stay safe.

Date & Time: Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 9:45 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06901 (Parking available in the rear lot on North St.)

Reserve your spot today:

June - Why Credit Matters: Understanding Your Credit Score

Did you know your credit score plays a major role in securing better loan rates and reflects your financial credibility? Understanding credit is essential for reaching your financial goals — whether you're buying a car, renting an apartment, or applying for a loan.

Join us for an engaging seminar in Spanish where we’ll break down everything you need to know about credit. You’ll learn what makes up your credit score, how it impacts your financial life, and practical steps you can take to build and maintain strong, healthy credit.

Reserve your spot today and take control of your financial future!

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
6:30 – 7:30 PM | Credit Seminar
7:30 – 8:00 PM | Q&A Session
Location: Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06901 (Parking available in the rear lot on North St.)
Join Online via Google Meet: Click HERE to access the seminar online, or dial in: +1 (803) 999-3586 PIN: 380 742 933#

This seminar will be conducted in Spanish. Check out our Credit Guide HERE — available in both English and Spanish — to learn more about how credit works and why it matters.

May - How to Prepare for a Car Purchase & Financing

Join our free seminar in Spanish to get the inside scoop on the car-buying and financing process. We’ll cover leasing vs. buying, common dealership myths, and financing terms to help you make informed decisions.

Location: Attend in person at Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06901, or join online! - (Parking is available in the rear lot of Members CU on North St.)

Date and Time: May 7, 2025, 6:30 PM –7:30 PM Seminar
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM Q&A Session
This seminar will be conducted in Spanish.
Prefer English? The same info is available in English on our latest blog post!- Check it out here

April—Understanding Your Credit Score

Join Vanessa Kuduk, VP of Lending & Hispanic Outreach, for a free Financial Literacy Seminar to learn how credit scores work, what impacts them, and how to improve yours.

Location: Attend in person at Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06901, or join online! - (Parking is available in the rear lot of Members CU on North St.)
Date and Time: March 12, 2025, 6:30 PM –7:30 PM Seminar
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM Q&A Session
This seminar will be conducted in Spanish.

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March—Decoding Home Equity Loans

Join Vanessa Kuduk, VP of Lending & Hispanic Outreach, for an informative session on how Members Credit Union can help you make the most of your home’s equity. Discover ways to lower your interest rates and explore our home loan options, including:

Mortgage Refinancing (Independence Mortgages)
Fixed Home Equity Loans (Second Mortgages)
HELOCs (Home Equity Lines of Credit)

Learn about the benefits of each option, their ideal uses, and our qualification process.

Location: Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06901 - (Parking is available in the rear lot of Members CU on North St.)
Date and Time: March 12, 2025, 6:30 PM –7:30 PM Seminar
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Q&A Session

Light refreshments will be provided

Register Today!

February

This February, we're hosting two free in-house Financial Literacy Seminars:

GROWTH: A Financial Literacy Seminar For Youth

Presented by Dollars to Scholars, a student-led initiative from three Greenwich High School students, this seminar offers free financial education to their peers. Topics include saving, investing, employment, income, spending, credit, and debit, providing a solid foundation in personal finance through engaging, game-filled activities. Open to kids aged 10-14, attendees will also have the chance to open their first account with no fees! Spaces are limited, so act fast! Parents are welcome to join.

Location: Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06901 - (Parking is available in the rear lot of Members CU on North St.)
Date and Time: February 8, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

2. Saving And Budgeting Seminar

Join Vanessa Kuduk, our VP of Lending and Hispanic Outreach, to learn the fundamentals of saving and budgeting. Discover effective strategies to grow your savings, followed by a 30-minute Q&A session.

Location: Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06901 - (Parking is available in the rear lot of Members CU on North St.)
Date and Time: February 12, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Light refreshments will be provided at both seminars.

Register Today!

January

Financial Fraud Prevention

Join us on January 8, 2025, for a free financial education workshop on preventing financial fraud. Learn to identify common scams, protect your money and personal information, and acquire practical tools to secure your finances. This seminar will be led by Vanessa Kuduk, Vice President of Lending and Hispanic Outreach.

Location: Members Credit Union, 612 Bedford St, Stamford, CT

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