• Ookami38
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    Well, yeah, switching institutions is always an option, unfortunately it’s not a great one here. I’ve used a few, and unfortunately this one seems to be the best in my area.

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      I’ve used the free online banking from Charles Schwab as well as Capital One for years and don’t see any fees. Schwab refunds any ATM fees for withdrawing cash, even internationally last I tried. Capital One also has a large partner ATM network.

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      Sorry to hear. Have you considered looking for one that does app-based banking and isn’t local?

      I mean some 15 years ago I had a credit union that was very very regional, and I moved. But they had good online options (keep in mind this was like… 2009-2011 or so and things have moved so far since) so I kept using them for several years until I found a better local credit union.

      Maybe that would be an option for you as well, assuming you don’t need to go in in person for stuff frequently.

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        I haven’t actually looked into any that weren’t local. Well, I did, but none that I found I could qualify for at the time. It may be worth looking into again.

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          If you are in any sort of unique demographic, like you aren’t a straight white male office worker, you might look for credit unions that serve your specific population.

          Like if you do trade work, there’s options. If you are Hispanic there’s options. Veterans have several options, women and feminists have several as well. Just sort of look for whatever fits you and see what might be available on a more national scale.

          And if you are a cishet white male office worker with nothing to distinguish you from anyone else there’s probably a credit union for that, too. The theme of the day is themes. Credit unions that aren’t regionally based are nonetheless community based, and I’m sure you fit a community.

          Really tho I hope you find something that fits so you can buck the bank. Banks are horrible and we can do better! Through unions!

          Edit: I looked up Star Trek credit union just for giggles and there’s a NASA credit union, hence the theme being themes.