Earthmover Credit Union is excited to announce that its Pace Checking Account was officially certified by the national Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) as meeting the Bank On National Accounts Standards (2025–2026). The national safe account standards, co-created by consumer advocates, leading national non-profit organizations, civic leaders and other financial institutions, designate both core and strongly recommended features that ensure low cost, high functionality and consumer safety.

Earthmover Credit Union recently broke ground on its newest branch, which will be located in Batavia, signaling ECU’s expanding geographic footprint. The new branch is expected to open in August 2025.

If you’re a teen, this article is for you. Money is not only an important topic, it’s essential to crafting your future. Understanding how to use it effectively will have a major impact on your life. So how can you become a money whiz?

We get it—2024 is not a great time to buy a house. With soaring prices and limited inventory, it can seem impossible. However, buying a home is a wise investment and a significant financial step; not to mention the pride and security that comes from owning your own home. While the market may be challenging, understanding the forces that shape it can help homebuyers. There are many tactics that can make an offer on a home more attractive to sellers.