Refugio County Federal Credit Union continues to offer their best savings interest rates thru their share savings account. This savings account has 3 tiers with the following current interest rates:

• $25 to $15,000                           1.00% APY
• $15,000.01 to $30,000                1.51% APY
• $30,000.01 and above                 2.02% APY

This best savings account requires you to deposit a minimum of $25 to open an account and earn this best interest rates. The earnings of this high interest savings account is compounded and credited on your account every quarter. The credit union does not charge monthly service fees for this savings account.

This share savings account allows you to enjoy the following: direct deposit, fund transfer, payroll deduction, internet banking e- statement and bill payments online. This high yield savings account’s current interest rates are subject to change anytime without prior notice.

Consumers who want to become a member of Refugio County Federal Credit Union needs to visit the branch to apply. They are headquartered in 212 W Vance Street, Refugio, Texas 78377. You need to bring your social security card, driver’s license and other government issued ID’s. Fill up the membership card and open a share savings account. You will need to issue a check to fund your new savings account or sign up for payroll deduction.

Individuals who are eligible to join the credit union are employees and members of the Austwell-Tivoli Independent School District, Woodsboro, and Refugio. Relatives of members are also eligible to join. If your are not sure if you qualify for membership you may contact the credit union’s customer service line thru 361-526-2275.

Refugio County Federal Credit Union was chartered in 1958. They are considered to be one of the largest bank in the state of Texas and has already reached over $9 million in assets. The credit union is also insured by the National Credit Union Association with charter number 12365.