![]() On June 30, 2009 members of MilePost Credit Union voted with a 90% approval rate to merge with Sound Credit Union. The merger will be complete on August 31, 2009. On September 1, MilePost members will become Sound members. Staff members from both credit unions are working hard to make this transition go smoothly for you! Below is helpful information and answers to frequently asked questions.
1. Why is MilePost Credit Union merging with Sound Credit Union? EMilePost Credit Union is dedicated to offering the best products and services to its members. MilePost Board of Directors and Management believe that the best means of serving members is to gain strength by merging with Sound Credit Union. After the merger, MilePost Credit Union members will be able to enjoy a total of 12 branch locations, low-cost, high-quality financial products and services, and the same level of superior member service. 2. Will my account number change? EYes. Your new account number will be mailed to you shortly before the merger date of September 1, 2009. If you haven't received your new Sound account number prior to September 1, feel free to call our Contact Center anytime after the merger date. 3. How will the requirements of my savings (prime share) account change? EYour membership savings requirement at Sound will be $25. If you do not currently have at least $25 in your savings account, please make sure you meet the minimum balance of $25 by September 30, 2009. After October 1, 2009, a monthly $5 low share fee will apply if your savings balance falls below $25 at any time during the month. 4. What will happen with my online banking, online bill payer, telephone banking and eStatement services? EOnline Banking enables you to perform transactions on your account from the convenience of any computer with internet access. This service is free to all members. 5. Will my account statement be affected? EYour checking and savings statements will still run from the first to the last day of each month. MilePost Credit Union will post dividends for the last time on August 31, 2009. All members will receive their final statement as of that date. Similar to MilePost, all non-transaction savings accounts will receive a statement semi-annually as of June 30 and December 31. Transaction accounts will continue to receive a statement monthly. 6. Will I continue to receive paper notices from Sound Credit Union? EPaper notices from Sound Credit Union are only mailed for certain events such as certificate maturity, change of address verification, and loan payment coupons. Notices for using Courtesy Pay or an NSF check are not sent on paper. You can sign up for free instant notification via eAlerts on these topics, and many other customizable options within Online Banking. 7. Can I still use my MilePost Credit Union checks after the merger? EUpon the merger date, your MilePost checking account will be automatically transferred to a Sound checking account. You will be able to continue to use MilePost checks through October 31, 2009. After November 1, 2009, please shred all MilePost checks.
8. Can I still use my MilePost Credit Union Debit Card after the merger? EYour MilePost Debit Card will work only through August 31, 2009. You will be receiving a Sound Debit Card prior to August 31, 2009. Once you receive your Sound Debit Card, hold onto it. You will be able to activate and begin using it September 1, 2009. Please destroy your MilePost Debit Card after August 31, 2009.
9. How will my payroll, direct deposits (like Social Security) and/or automatic withdrawals, be affected? EYour payroll deductions, direct deposits and/or automatic withdrawals will automatically be directed into your new Sound Credit Union account. Sound will work with your direct deposit and/or withdrawal source to have your new account number changed; however, this function may require your help along the way. We will notify you with any special details or questions regarding your direct deposit and/or withdrawal.
10. How will I receive tax reporting information at the end of the year? ETax reporting information will be mailed to you at the end of the year from Sound Credit Union, and will include complete year-to-date tax information. 11. How will my Individual Retirement Account (IRA) be affected? EIndividual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) will transfer to Sound Credit Union. You will receive your new IRA account number after September 1, 2009. 12. How will my certificate account be affected? ECertificate accounts will transfer to Sound Credit Union. Terms and rates on certificate accounts will remain unchanged until the maturity date. Upon maturity, certificates will then renew with the same term and at the dividend rate that's current at the time of maturity unless you are notified otherwise. 13. How will my vacation club or other special savings account be affected? ESpecial share accounts will transfer to Sound, but will be called Club Savings accounts upon the merger. You may personalize these account names if you wish (e.g. "Hawaii Trip" or "Car Insurance"). Just visit a branch or call our Contact Center to make these changes.
14. How will rates and fees change? EMany rates and fees will remain the same, however some will change. Please reference Sound's Rate & Fee Schedule for a complete list of current rates and fees. You may also visit Sound's website at soundcu.com any time to review the most current rates. 15. Are my deposits insured? EYes. Your deposit accounts are insured by the National Credit Union Administration up to $250,000. This is the same deposit insurance coverage you receive from MilePost Credit Union. 16. Will I still have access to my Passport Unlimited and/or Passport Lifestyle discount card? EThese programs will be discontinued at the time of the merger. 17. Will I still have access to the Shared Branching Network? ELike MilePost, Sound belongs to the shared credit union branching network. This means you can complete transactions on your account at more than 1,100 credit unions nationwide in 43 states, Puerto Rico, Japan, South Korea, Germany and Italy. Visit any of the participating credit union branches to take care of transactions like:
18. Will I still have AD&D coverage on my account? EAs a former MilePost member, if you had the free $2,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment or supplemental coverage with Larry Walters Insurance Administrators, that coverage will continue on your new Sound account through July 2010. At that time, you will have the option to renew your coverage through Sound. More information will be sent to you prior to enrollment. If you had the supplemental insurance through MilePost, your quarterly payment for that coverage will automatically be deducted from your Sound account. Important Sound Credit Union Information E
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