Summer 2022 Newsletter

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SUMMER 2022

IN THIS ISSUE: • Share the Love Online to Get $25 and Give $25 • A New Website Homepage Experience is Coming • Protect Yourself from Scams with One Simple Action

Share the Love Online to Get $25 and Give $25

• Get the Money You Need for School

At Suncoast, you, our members, are our biggest champions. As a member you personally know that we’re here to make your financial life better and as an owner of the credit union, everything we do as an organization is with you in mind. With members at the heart of Suncoast, it’s easy to see why so many members become our biggest advocates, by recommending us to family and friends looking for a financial institution they can trust. And we want to thank you for sharing the love! When you refer a friend, you can each earn $25!

• New Name for Trust and Investment Services, Same Great Expertise

Here’s how it works:

• Special Savings on Eco Vehicle Loans • Enjoy Protection and Savings with My Club Package

• Looking to Sell This Summer? • Dare to Compare with Members Insurance Center • Prepare for Hurricane Season • Join Our Team • Connect With Us

Your savings are federally insured up to at least $250,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government National Credit Union Administration. Equal Housing Opportunity.

1. U se the QR code or go to our website to get your personalized link. Share this online only offer with friends by email, text, or through social media using your personalized link. 2. Y our friends get $25* when they join Suncoast using your personalized online link and open a new checking account. 3. Y ou’ll get $25* when your referral becomes a Suncoast member, using your personalized online link.

The more you give, the more you get. It’s that simple! Use the QR code to get your personalized link and get started or visit us at love.suncoastcreditunion.com. You can also learn 25 reasons you should refer a friend to Suncoast at suncoastcreditunion.com/blog!

For the Referrer and their Referee to qualify for the $25 referral reward, they must be over the age of 18. The Referee must open a new membership and checking account at the time of membership opening with an annual percentage yield of 0.05% and 0.01% respectively. Minimum deposit required for membership of $5.00. The referral rewards will be sent to you via digital gift card within 30 days of account opening.


Help Protect Yourself from a Scam with One Simple Action Scammers are clever. They are experts at tricking people. Thankfully, there is one simple thing you can do to prevent yourself from becoming a victim of fraud. Ready to hear it?

A New Website Homepage Experience is Coming Changes are coming to our homepage at suncoastcreditunion.com, but don’t be alarmed! Our homepage is simply getting a makeover, creating a more streamlined experience with better performance with you in mind. You’ll still be able to log in with ease and access all our great features, while enjoying a new look. Our Open & Apply section in SunNet and SunMobile has many of the products you’re looking for in one convenient spot, so you can simply click and get started! Visit our website to learn more and see the new homepage. www.suncoastcreditunion.com

Do NOT click the link. It’s that easy! When you get an unexpected text that claims to be from Suncoast Credit Union or another financial institution and it includes a link, do not click it. Suncoast will never ask for your complete account number, PIN, CVV code, or full social security number in a text or email. If you receive a message asking for that kind of information, do not engage! Learn more and see examples of fraudulent text messages at our blog, using the QR code.

Special Savings on Eco Vehicle Loans Gas guzzling vehicles impact the planet and your pocket, which is why many drivers today are choosing electric or hybrid vehicles as their next ride.

Save on more than just the price of gas with a Suncoast Eco Vehicle Loan. Rates start as low as 2.25% APR* on all electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Visit suncoastcreditunion.com to learn more, and log in today to apply for an auto loan or refinance! *APR = Annual Percentage Rate effective 06/01/2022; subject to change, term and credit qualifications. Eco Vehicle Loan rate as low as 2.25% for electric vehicles, hybrids, and plug in hybrids. Valid on present calendar year model and three previous calendar year models, for terms up to 72 months. Annual percentage rates may vary. Annual percentage rates may change during loan terms on variable rate products. Membership and/or participation fees may apply. Inquire about specific fees for a product through your credit union. Existing Suncoast loans are not eligible for refinance.


Enjoy Protection and Savings with My Club Package My Club Package* is a bundle of services to help enhance your financial security and wellness, as well as your lifestyle with features like: rotect your financial life with credit file monitoring, credit reports and P scores, identity theft monitoring and resolution services. et the most out of your everyday life with exclusive offers and discounts G at thousands of leading retailers and local businesses, including discounts on travel and cash back rewards. Receive cell phone protection for theft or damage of your cell phone, for those times when life happens.

Get all of this and more for only $3.95 a month! Go to Suncoast.myclubpackage.comto enroll. *Eligibility: Benefits are available to primary account owner plus one adult joint account owner sharing the same Suncoast Credit Union account. To fully access all of the features and benefits, you and joint account owner (if applicable) must have a unique email address and must have online access. Some benefits require registration/activation. Terms and conditions apply. For more information, visit us online at suncoast.myclubpackage.com. Credit Score is a VantageScore 3.0 based on single bureau data. Third parties may use a different VantageScore or a different type of credit score to assess your creditworthiness. Special Program Notes: The descriptions herein are summaries only and do not include all terms, conditions and exclusions of the Benefits described. Please refer to the actual Guide to Benefit and/or insurance documents for complete details of coverage and exclusions. Coverage is provided through the company named in the Guide to Benefit or on the certificate of insurance.

Get the Money You Need for School Whether you’re an undergraduate or a grad student, we have student loans in partnership with Sallie Mae® to meet your needs. Get the money you need to help make higher education happen for you or a loved one. COMPETITIVE INTEREST RATES MULTIPLE REPAYMENT OPTIONS NO ORIGINATION FEE OR PREPAYMENT PENALTY Get started at suncoastcreditunion.com Borrow responsibly - We encourage students and families to start with savings, grants, scholarships, and federal student loans to pay for college. Students and families should evaluate all anticipated monthly loan payments and how much the student expects to earn in the future, before considering a private student loan. The Sallie Mae partner referenced is not the creditor for these loans and is compensated by Sallie Mae for the referral of loan customers. SALLIE MAE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR DISCONTINUE PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND BENEFITS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. ©2021 Sallie Mae Bank. All rights reserved.

New Names for

Trust and Investment Services,

Same Great Experience Suncoast Trust & Investment Services has two new names, but still offers the same experience and personalized service. For all of your trust needs, we have Suncoast Trust Services a partner you can trust to make sure that the money you worked so hard for is managed with expertise and care. For all your investment needs, you have access to Suncoast Investment Services.* Not sure if you’re on-track with your retirement goals? Need a second opinion or mid-year check up on your investments? We can help! Visit our new URL at invest.suncoastcreditunion.com to get started! *Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC). Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates. Suncoast Credit Union and Suncoast Investment Services are not registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Registered representatives of LPL offer products and services using Suncoast Investment Services, and may also be employees of Suncoast Credit Union. These products and services are being offered through LPL or its affiliates, which are separate entities from, and not affiliates of, Suncoast Credit Union or Suncoast Investment Services. Securities and insurance offered through LPL or its affiliates are: Not Insured by NCUA or Any Other Government Agency Not Credit Union Guaranteed Not Credit Union Deposits or Obligations May Lose Value


Looking to Sell This Summer? Much like Florida Summers, this real estate market is hot! Make the most of selling your home or property with Suncoast Realty Solutions. And when you also use Members Title Insurance for the closing (yes, you can choose your own title agency!) not only do you enjoy the lowest fees around, but you’ll also qualify for a 20% rebate of the listing side commission cost. Those savings will add up nicely in this seller’s market!

Learn more and list with Suncoast Realty Solutions today at https://www.suncoastrealtysolutions.com/Selling.

Dare to Compare with Members Insurance Center If you want to save money on auto insurance, comparison shopping is the key. Rather than settling for the lowest rate your provider can offer, let Members Insurance Center find you the best option! Simply request a quote, and we’ll find a low-cost policy to suit your specific needs. It’s that easy! You can request your quote online at floridamic.org to get started.

Join Our Team Suncoast is hiring! We have a number of open positions across all areas of the credit union. Whether you’re looking for an in-person, remote, or hybrid role, we have options to fit your needs. Be a part of a caring culture that’s committed to making a positive difference! Visit careers.suncoastcreditunion.com to learn more and see our open positions!

Prepare for

Hurricane Season Hurricane season is here, so it’s time to get prepared. Head to our blog for tips on how to get ready and make your own hurricane plan. We also have a video about how to prepare your finances for hurricane season and an infographic for how to prepare your insurance policies. Preparation is the key to a safe hurricane season.

Connect With Us Follow Suncoast Credit Union on social media to win prizes, see inspiring stories, and keep up with the latest news, especially during hurricane season.

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