Bayer Credit Union is pleased to announce the newest member benefit – Accel Members Financial Counseling.

As a valued member of Bayer Credit Union, we are committed to serving you. And as a benefit of your membership, we are providing you with free access to and financial education and counseling services.

Bayer Credit Union has teamed up with Accel, a financial counseling program. Through comprehensive education and exceptional service, this organization has been assisting individuals for more than 44 years.

Through our partnership with Accel, you will enjoy unlimited access to financial counselors without paying – it’s free!

As a member of Bayer Credit Union, you can receive assistance with:

• Personal and family budgeting
• Understanding your personal credit report and how to improve your score
• Personal money management
• Debt repayment
• Avoiding bankruptcy, foreclosure, and repossession

Accel can give personalized answers to your individual needs. For issues ranging from a proactive savings plan to saving a home from foreclosure, advice is only a phone call away.

Accel counselors are available Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (EST), Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To use this new service, simply call 1-877-33ACCEL (332-2235) or visit them on the web at www.accelservices.org

Guard Your Account Number
When giving out your account number to businesses to debit your account for payments, etc, remember they then also have the ability to withdraw funds for fees they might assess. Be sure you are dealing with a reputable firm before giving out your account information.

To report a lost/stolen debit cards during office hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm call 816-242-2133 after office hours/weekends call 1-800-528-2273.