Wire Transfers
What is a Wire Transfer?
Wire transfer is a method of transferring money from one entity to another. A wire transfer can be made from one entity’s bank account to the other entity’s bank account. Wire transfers are an option when you cannot send a check or cash and you have to send the money quickly. You can send a wire most anywhere in the world. Bank-to-bank wire transfer is considered the safest international payment method. Each account holder must have a proven identity. Chargeback is unlikely, although wires can be recalled. Information contained in wires is transmitted securely through encrypted communications methods.
What does it cost to send?
If you are receiving an incoming wire, please contact us! Please notify our office when the wire will be coming, the amount of the wire and where you want it deposited (savings or checking).
Before beginning the process of transferring money by wire, you should have the following information:
1. How much money do you wish to transfer? When transferring from a credit union account, make sure that you have sufficient funds to cover the transaction, including any service fees.
2. Name, address, telephone number of who will receive the money you are sending.
3. The bank account routing and transit number and account number of the person receiving the money in addition to their financial institution’s name, phone number and address.
4. The wire routing number of the financial institution that holds the account the money is being sent to. It is important to verify the wire routing and transit number of the financial institution. Some financial institutions have routing and transit numbers set up specifically for wires only!
If you need to send a wire or have an incoming wire, please call us for specific wiring instructions or stop by the credit union branch!
The Credit Union is sponsoring a Holiday Donation Drive to help our local food pantries. In the spirit of the holidays, we will be collecting non-perishable food items, canned goods, toiletries, hats, mittens, gloves and warm socks starting early November through December 7th. For each item brought in you will receive a free chance to win our Christmas Raffle. The raffle prize is a Buffalo Bills Tailgate Game Day Essentials Gift Box. You may also purchase raffle tickets for $1.00 each. The drawing for the raffle will take place on Friday, December 8th.
Holiday Currency Envelopes are available this holiday season at the Credit Union! Ask a staff member for more information.
Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be a difficult and stressful time for you and your family. This resource provides information that may be helpful in handling your loved one’s estate.
This guide provides a general overview and is not meant to address all aspects of the account settlement process and it is not intended as legal or tax advice. We recommend consulting with a legal or tax professional to confirm requirements specifically applicable to your loved one’s estate and other assets.
Each year scam artists and identity thieves steal billions of dollars from unsuspecting consumers. These criminals use the phone, email, text messaging, postal mail and the internet to steal your information or trick you into handing over your money.