Making a Positive Difference in the Financial Lives of Members Since 1952

“When you walk in the door of a Hughes Federal Credit Union location, you’re welcomed by personal financial advocates whose primary concern is how they can make a positive difference in your financial life,” says Hughes president and general manager Robert J. Swick. “You are a valuable part of our organization, and you’re treated like an owner because you are one. Every product, every service here is designed to meet the wants and needs of each individual member.”

“Members’ best interests are our priority,”Swick explains. “Rather than paying out dividends to shareholders like banks do,earnings are returned to member/owners in the form of higher savings rates, lower loan rates and top-of-the-line services.”

It’s this philosophy of “People helping People,” that earned Hughes its second consecutive “Best-in-State Credit Unions,”by Forbes. The prestigious honor, earned in 2018 and 2019, means Hughes is considered one of the top Arizona credit unions.

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World-class financial services

In every product and service, Hughes’ commitment to best-in-class is borne out by genuine advantages and tangible results for its members. Many deposit rates, for example, have been certified as consistently outperforming other financial institutions in the Tucson metro market. Members earn more with high rates on deposit accounts that include Money Market, Certificates, Health Savings Accounts and IRAs.

Hughes offers credit cards, home equity loans, mortgages, auto and personal loans. As owners of the credit union, all applicants whose loans are approved get the same low interest rate, regardless of credit score.* “There is no confusing‘rates as low as’ talk here,” Swick observes.

In addition, Hughes has a team of knowledgeable Certified Financial Planners™ to help members invest and plan for the future. “What’s really special,” says Swick, “is that members with any savings balance can take advantage of this service.Every member can receive truly objective expert advice from our certified professionals, who will help develop an investment plan aligned with your needs and goals. Our employees are salaried and are not commissioned, so they have your best interest in mind.”

As a member of the community, Hughes is proud to be a catalyst for southern Arizona’s economic growth. Loan decisions are made locally by loan officers who know the community. “Hughes can act quickly and flexibly,” says Swick, “and rapid turnaround is often the difference between success and an opportunity lost.”

“So much has changed over the years,” adds Swick. “We have eight offices,over 40 ATMS locally plus a world-wide network of 30,000 of them, and online/mobile service so you can bank with us anytime. And, of course, a full range of products from kids’ savings accounts to retirement accounts. But the one thing that doesn’t change is our commitment to our members, their financial needs and their futures.”

Established in Tucson, Arizona in 1952. Federally insured by NCUA, Equal Housing Lender, NMLS #411592, rated A+and accredited by the Better Business Bureau since 1974.*One Low Rate applies to all Hughes Federal Credit Union loans except credit builder loans; student and mortgage loans which are offered through an outside vendor. Credit cards refer to our Visa Class Credit Card. For members with approved credit. Certain restrictions apply.

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