option 1 credit union logo with link back to home page.

  • Auto Avenue
  • Visa Card
  • Home Equity Loans
  • Mortgage Market
  • Checking Account
  • Savings Account
  • Investment Services
  • Business Services


  • Quick Links

  • Branch locations
  • Contact Us
  • Surcharge Free ATM's
  • Special Offers
  • Products & Services - Rates. Loan, Interest, Certificate & Mortgage

    All the best rates in town.

    Loan Rates - January 1, 2007
    Product Term Fixed Variable
    2006 & Newer Vehicles up to 72 months* 6.25% n/a
    2004 & 2005 Vehicles up to 60 months* 7.25% n/a
    2002 & 2003 Vehicles up to 48 months* 8.25% n/a
    2001 & Older Vehicles up to 36 months 9.25% n/a
    *Longer terms may be available.
    Recreational Vehicles: up to 180 months 7.50% n/a
    Home Equity Loan SPECIAL! up to 84 months 6.65% n/a
    Home Equity — Line of Credit n/a n/a as low as 8.00%*
    Home Equity Loan - closed end up to 180 months 7.25% n/a
    Home Improvement Loan 60 months 8.25% n/a
    Visa Classic Credit Card call for rate n/a
    Visa Gold Credit Card n/a call for rate
    Visa Platinum Credit Card call for rate n/a
    Signature/Any Loan 12 months 9.50% n/a
    Signature/Any Loan 24 months 9.50% n/a
    Signature/Any Loan 36 months 9.50% n/a
    Signature/Any Loan 48 months 9.50% n/a
    Signature/Any Loan 60 months 9.50% n/a
    Share Pledged Loan 60 months 4.50% n/a
    Certificate Pledged Loan 60 months 2% above CD rate n/a
    30, 60 & 90 Day Notes 9.50% n/a
    Construction Loans 9 months 7.25% n/a

    All rates stated reflect the Annual Percentage Rate (APR). These are our lowest rates available, based on credit history. Your actual rate will reflect your individual circumstances and may be higher than listed. Rates are current as of the stated date and are subject to change.

    *Home Equity rates are based on the percentage of the equity you are borrowing. Lowest rate available on Home Equity Line of Credit is Prime minus 1/4% (8.00%) APR, currently offered on loans with 80% or less LTV. Current maximum rate on a Option 1 HELOC is 10.25% APR. Your rate will never be less than 4% or exceed 18%.
    **Can not be used to refinance existing Option 1 debt. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) will be based on credit and loan term, as low as 6.65% for terms up to 84 months. Loan-to-value ratio not to exceed 80% to qualify for this rate. If appraisal is needed, borrower to incur cost. Payment Example: The monthly payment for $20,000 financed at 6.65% APR for 84 months is $295.61.

     


    Dividend & Interest Rates - January 1, 2007
    Account Name Min. Balance APR APY
    Regular Savings* $5.00 .49% .50%
    Special Purpose Savings* $0.00 .49% .50%
    Christmas Club Rate changes annually on Nov. 1st n/a .50%
    Dollar Dog Savings* $10.00 .49% .50%
    Option 1 Money Market Savings** $5,000 - $24,999.99 1.98% 2.00%
    Option 1 Money Market Savings** $25,000 - $49,999.99 2.47% 2.50%
    Option 1 Money Market Savings** $50,000 - $99,999.99 2.96% 3.00%
    Option 1 Money Market Savings** $50,000 - $99,999.99 2.96% 3.00%
    Option 1 Money Market Savings** $100,000 - $249,999.99 3.45% 3.50%
    Option 1 Money Market Savings** $250,000 & over 3.69% 3.75%
    IRA Daily Account* $0.00 0.99% 1.00%
    Option Plus Checking Account $2,000 - $4,999.99 .50% .50%
    Option Plus Checking Account $5,000 - $9,999.99 1.34% 1.35%
    Option Plus Checking Account $10,000 & over 2.38% 2.40%

    *These are dividend earning accounts. Dividends are calculated using the Daily Interest Method on the full amount of principal in the account and are paid on calendar quarters. The Board of Directors declares the dividend rate to be paid each quarter based on the profits of the credit union. The rates may change quarterly. If these accounts are closed during the dividend period, the dividend will be forfeited. Fees, if applicable, may reduce the earnings on these accounts. The stated dividend rate on these accounts is for the period ending December 31, 2006.

    **These are interest earning accounts. Interest is calculated using the Daily Interest Method on the full amount of principal in the account. Unlike dividends, interest on these accounts is guaranteed for a specific period of time. The stated APY is paid prior to any dividends being declared. Early withdrawals from the Christmas Club account will cause the account to be closed and the loss of all earned interest.

    Option Plus Checking: This is a tiered account. Interest is paid on daily balances over $2,000. Interest is compounded and paid monthly.

     


    Regular & IRA Certificates - January 1, 2007
    Term Minimum Balance APR APY
    6 Month $500.00 4.33% 4.40%
    12 Month SPECIAL $500.00 5.15% 5.25%
    18 Month $500.00 4.67% 4.75%
    24 Month $500.00 4.72% 4.80%
    30 Month $500.00 4.76% 4.85%
    36 Month $500.00 4.91% 5.00%
    48 Month $500.00 4.96% 5.05%
    60 Month $500.00 5.01% 5.10%

    Certificate rates are subject to change at any time on new deposits. The above rates are effective January 1, 2007. The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) shown above indicates what would be earned if the interest rate remained the same for a 12 month period on a 6 month certificate. Early withdrawal penalty on 5 and 6 month certificate - 90 days loss of interest. Early withdrawal penalty on 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48 & 60 month certificates — 180 days loss of interest.

     


    Mortgage Rates

    January 05, 2007

    Option 1 offers you many types of real estate loans including full-service mortgages for home purchases or refinancing. The rates quoted here are indications only and are based on certain underwriting criteria. We update our mortgage rates here on every business day that a rate change occurs, but all rates are subject to change without notice.

    Please call our mortgage staff directly: Julie Hielkema at 800.323.2129 or send an email to: julieh@bellcomcu.org for more information.

     


     


    Conventional Fixed Rate Mortgages — up to $417,000.00
    Interest Rate APR*
    30 Year Term 6.375 6.500
    20 Year Term: 6.250 6.375
    15 Year Term: 6.250 6.375

    *APR is based on a loan amount of $100,000.00 and a 30-day rate lock. Stated rates are based on a loan amount of $50,000 or higher.
    Maximum Loan: $417,000.00, Minimum Loan: $10,000.00. Loans under $50,000 require a $500.00 origination fee.

    Primary Residence, Vacation Home, & Owner Occupied Duplex:
    Purchase: 5% down payment required from borrowers own funds.
    Cash-Out Refinance: Borrow up to 90% of appraised value.

    Investment Properties: 10% down: 2.5 points, 15% down: 2 points, 20% down: 1.5 points
    Purchase: 10% down payment required from borrowers own funds.
    Cash-Out Refinance: Borrow up to 90% of the appraised value.

     


     


    Jumbo Fixed Rate Mortgages — over $417,000.00
    Interest Rate APR**
    30 Year Term 7.250 7.375
    20 Year Term: 7.250 7.375
    15 Year Term: 7.125 7.250

    **APR is based on a loan amount of $417,000.00
    Maximum Loan: $650,000.00, Minimum Loan: $417,000.00

    Purchase: 5% down payment required for loans $417,000 or more. 10% down payment required for loans over $1,000,000.00 20% down payment required for loans over $200,000,000.00
    Cash-Out Refinance: Borrow up to 70% of appraised value (maximum cash out: $400,000).

     


     


    First Time Homebuyer 3% Down Fixed Rate Mortgages
    Interest Rate APR*
    30 Year Term 6.500 6.625
    20 Year Term: 6.375 6.500
    15 Year Term: 6.375 6.500

    *APR is based on a loan amount of $100,000. Stated rates are based on a loan amount of $50,000 or higher, with a 30- day rate lock.
    Maximum Loan: $417,000.00, Minimum Loan: $10,000.00. Loans under $50,000 require a $500.00 origination fee.

    This loan is only for purchase transactions on one unit primary residences or condos. 3% down payment required from borrowers funds, gift or secured loan.

     


    All 30 year, 20 year and 15 year Fixed Rate Mortgages are fully amortizing loans. The rate will be fixed for the full term of the loan and your monthly principal and interest payments will be level for the term of the loan. There is no prepayment penalty if the loan is paid off before maturity.

    Rate Sheet # 3291, updated by SD on 01/05/2007 11:06:13