Wauna Credit Union

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50+ Years

experience

Your Trusted Partner for Financial Services in Vernonia

Founded in 1967, Wauna Credit Union has been dedicated to empowering communities through personalized financial solutions. Our comprehensive services include personal and business banking, auto and mortgage loans, insurance, and investment partnerships. We prioritize financial education, offering tools like BALANCE for budgeting and debt management. With a team-focused approach, we provide tailored guidance to help members achieve long-term stability.

Federally insured by NCUA, we combine local expertise with national resources, including partnerships like Pineview Wealth Group for specialized investment planning. Our commitment to community involvement drives initiatives like food drives and scholarships, ensuring we support both individual and collective financial well-being.

Services

Personal Banking Business Loans Mortgage Services Insurance Financial Education Online Banking Loan Protection Investment Planning Credit Cards Community Programs

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Year established: 1967

Highlights and features

We offer comprehensive financial services including banking, loans, and insurance.
Our team provides personalized financial guidance and education.
We are federally insured by NCUA for your security.
We support local communities through financial literacy programs.
We partner with Pineview Wealth Group for expert investment management.

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NCUA

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Services

Personal Banking

We provide tailored personal banking solutions including checking accounts, savings plans, and credit cards designed to meet individual financial needs. Our services emphasize accessibility through online and mobile platforms, ensuring convenience for members. With tools like BALANCE, we support budgeting, debt management, and financial literacy to empower informed decision-making.

Business Loans

Our business loan programs offer flexible financing options for companies seeking growth or operational support. Services include term loans, lines of credit, and specialized solutions for cannabis-related businesses. We combine local expertise with personalized service to help businesses navigate funding challenges and achieve sustainable success.

Financial Education

We prioritize financial literacy through free resources like BALANCE, offering budgeting tools, debt counseling, and educational modules. Our programs cater to adults and youth, covering topics from credit management to retirement planning. This initiative reflects our commitment to fostering long-term financial independence within the communities we serve.

Investment Planning

Through Pineview Wealth Group, we provide investment advisory services tailored to pre-retirees, retirees, and legacy planners. Our partners offer strategies for asset management, retirement income planning, and generational wealth transfer. These services aim to build financial confidence while aligning with individual goals and risk tolerance levels.

Loan Protection

We offer optional loan protection plans including GAP coverage, mechanical repair insurance, and debt cancellation benefits. These programs help members manage financial risks associated with unexpected events like job loss, disability, or vehicle total loss. Protection options are designed to provide peace of mind alongside our lending products.

People

Belinda Petshow

LPL Financial Planner

Belinda brings over 15 years of experience in wealth management, specializing in complex financial cases and estate planning. Her background includes work with national banks and brokerage firms, and she focuses on creating tailored strategies for retirement and legacy planning while maintaining a client-centered approach.

Alexa Jossi

Administrative Associate

Alexa manages administrative operations with meticulous attention to detail, supporting seamless service delivery. A Forest Grove native, she balances her professional responsibilities with family life on a farm, leveraging organizational skills to enhance workflow efficiency and client satisfaction across financial planning processes.

Questions

How do I become a member of Wauna Credit Union?

Visit our website to apply online or contact us at 800-773-3236. Membership requires opening an account with a minimum deposit, and eligibility extends to individuals living or working in our service areas.

What financial education resources do you offer?

We provide free access to BALANCE for budgeting tools, debt counseling, and educational modules. Members also receive personalized financial consultations and can explore resources like Money Management in online banking.

Do you offer business banking services?

Yes, we provide business checking accounts, loans, credit cards, and payroll services. Our team specializes in supporting local businesses with tailored financial solutions and dedicated relationship management.

Are my deposits insured?

All deposits are federally insured up to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), ensuring your funds remain secure under standard federal protections.

Can I access banking services online?

Yes, we offer 24/7 online banking, mobile apps with deposit features, and video banking consultations. These tools allow account management, bill payments, and financial tracking from any location.

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Braidon Prins

Jan 20, 2022 Report

Worst experience with any company ive ever had. If I could leave zero stars I would. Employees are very unhelpful and never know how to help. Choose anyone over Wauna all they can do is cause headaches. I want to leave Wauna so fast. Impossible to pay and bill and very unprofessional. Astoria is the worst branch Ive been with them for 5 months and its been such a horrible time. No one will reach out and help and calls are impossible to complete.

Alex

Nov 12, 2021 Report

I worked with Wauna FCU regarding a vehicle I wanted to finance. I had a few meeting with Chris Shelby who really worked on my behalf to help me secure the vehicle and my ideal monthly payment. Chris was very responsive and knowledgeable about the process. During the sale process there was even issues with the seller and Chris spoke with him to work through issues.
Chris did a excellent job and was very professional. Chris showed a genuine interest in the vehicle the following days after the sale. Definitely a great person to work with. Thank you!

Casey McKinney

Oct 11, 2021 Report

Refinancing my truck here has been the most frustrating financial experience of my life. Complete incompetence. Theres too many examples to list. Six months after signing and Im still receiving cryptic notices and threats that I havent completed the process even though I keep calling to attempt to rectify the issues with no call back. At this point Im just paying my bill and ignoring the notices. Absolutely disgusted.
*Ill update this since they just responded and took no accountability. I am not being scammed by a Nigerian prince nor am I being asked to leave cash in a brown paper

Josh Hystad

Sep 13, 2021 Report

Horrible bank to do business with. I've been trying to make my truck payment for a week and have not been able to get ahold of anybody can't get a call back can't get in contact with anyone there's no way for me to make my truck payment. Other than to miss a day of work and drive 6 hours North to a bank branch. I highly recommend not doing business with this place. Its a shame this use to be a good credit union now its a total train wreck.

Eric Grey

Aug 22, 2021 Report

I truly hate to write negative reviews, especially for a local company that has employees I know personally. But, I have no choice but to warn people away from Wauna FCU. I love small banks and credit unions, and have used many over the years. We banked with BoA for a while, and couldn't wait to get back to a credit union in our town, especially since there are no BoA branches on the Coast! But, we have regretted the move ever since. Literally would be easier and more helpful in our life to have stayed with BoA and driven to Longview to do in-person banking. It's that bad. The problems started