Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Financial Partner for CDCR Employees
CorFed, established in 1959, has dedicated over six decades to meeting the financial needs of California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) employees and their families. Our institution operates on the principle that members are family, offering tailored financial solutions including competitive auto loans, credit cards, personal loans, and home financing options. With exclusive membership benefits such as lower loan rates, reduced fees, and personalized service, we prioritize financial well-being through both digital innovation and in-person support. Our integrated online banking platform provides 24/7 access with features like remote deposit capture and bill pay, complemented by a mobile app designed for seamless financial management. As a member-owned cooperative, we emphasize community reinvestment and financial education, maintaining strong ties with public safety organizations across California.Our team combines industry expertise with localized knowledge to deliver services that align with the unique needs of law enforcement and corrections professionals. Through partnerships with over 14,000 dealerships nationwide, we offer streamlined vehicle financing solutions while maintaining rigorous compliance with financial regulations. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through consistent rate transparency, no hidden fees, and a focus on long-term member relationships rather than transactional interactions. With physical services based in Soledad, California, our digital infrastructure ensures accessibility for members statewide. We maintain operational transparency through regular rate disclosures and policy updates, ensuring members can make informed financial decisions.
Services
Auto Loans
Credit Cards
Personal Loans
Home Mortgages
Online Banking
Savings Accounts
Certificate Programs
Mobile Banking
Remote Deposit
Bill Payment
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We've served CDCR employees exclusively since 1959
- Our team provides personalized service from corrections professionals
- We offer sign & drive experience at 14,000+ dealerships
- Our mobile app provides 24/7 secure account access
- We guarantee transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Services
Auto Loans
CorFed offers competitive auto loans with APR as low as 5.54% for both new and used vehicles. Our sign & drive program partners with 14,000+ dealerships nationwide to streamline vehicle purchases. Members benefit from exclusive rate discounts and personalized financing options for various credit profiles.
Credit Cards
Our Visa credit card program features rates starting at 12.00% APR with 24/7 digital access through our mobile app. The eZcard service allows secure transactions anytime while offering rewards and purchase protection benefits tailored for public safety professionals.
Online Banking
Integrated online banking provides 24/7 account management with features like remote deposit capture and bill payment. Our mobile app offers secure access to account balances, transaction history, and customer service channels for members statewide.
Savings Accounts
We offer multiple savings options including regular shares with 0.05% APY, money market accounts at 3.06% APY, and certificates up to 3.82% APY. These programs help members grow their savings with flexible terms and competitive returns.
Personal Loans
Personal loan options start at 8.75% APR with customizable repayment terms. These loans serve various needs from debt consolidation to emergency expenses, with approval considerations for different credit profiles among CDCR employees.
Questions
Who is eligible for CorFed membership?
Current California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation employees and their immediate family members qualify for membership.
What loan types do you offer?
We provide auto loans, personal loans, home mortgages, and credit card financing with competitive rates for public safety professionals.
Is online banking secure?
Our integrated digital platform uses military-grade encryption and multi-factor authentication to protect member accounts 24/7.
Can I access accounts internationally?
Digital services work globally, but membership remains exclusive to CDCR employees regardless of location.
What sets CorFed apart from banks?
As a credit union, we return profits to members through better rates, lower fees, and personalized service focused on public safety professionals.
Reviews (3)
The Richard You Know Which One
Aug 18, 2021
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This is a small financial institution with high hopes, grand goals, and big hearts. In an age where the "serve" in "customer service" seems to be lost on larger multi-merged banks, CorFed cares for their customers and handles all issues for service as individual, case-by-case, people-centric requests.
Pete, Candi, Manuel and the whole team are roses amongst stones in the world of financial management.
Pete, Candi, Manuel and the whole team are roses amongst stones in the world of financial management.
Cindy Altemeyer
Sep 07, 2019
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Pete and his staff always take great care of us. Even when times are tough they have always been there for us.
Richard Lopez
Jul 27, 2018
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Car loans personal loans anything i need they are my go to bankers. Been with them for 25 yrs.... car loan i take offer to them they tell me good deal or not good deal and i go with their word.