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    Dinero Checking

    The perfect first checking account for teens

    No minimum balance requirements

    No monthly service fees

    Unlimited debit card rewards

    One point for every $5 spent1

    Mobile wallet support

    Monitor Your Teen's Spending

    Using cuAnywhere® Online Banking, you can easily monitor your teen's account to keep an eye on their spending and balance to make sure they're being responsible with their financial freedom.

    Free instant-issue debit card

    Unlimited free ATMs worldwide

    Carl R. Young Memorial Scholarship

    Every spring, Dinero Teens members who are graduating juniors or seniors are eligible to apply for a chance to win one of four $2,500 scholarships. Named in memory of our longtime board member and volunteer, Carl R. Young, our hope is that this scholarship helps Advancial's young members succeed the way that Carl helped our credit union for so many years. Carl’s dedication and commitment to Advancial and our members was a vital part of our growth and success. His wisdom and long-term perspective helped guide and shape Advancial through many transitional moments in our history, and with this scholarship we honor his contributions and his memory.

    This contest is designed to allow them to show their creativity and passions for a chance at earning cash for college.

    The 2024 Carl R. Young Memorial Scholarship is now closed for submissions. Winners will be notified soon. 

     
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    Dinero Visa®

    Credit can be difficult to understand – especially for teens who are new to managing their finances. That’s why we created the Dinero Visa to help introduce teens to credit cards safely and responsibly, while making it simple for parents to monitor spending and provide guidance.
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Dinero Checking
    You can activate your card in cuAnywhere® Online Banking, the Advancial Mobile App or by calling our Member Service Center at 800.322.2709, saying “activate my debit card” and following the prompts. Please have your card with you.

    To activate your card in cuAnywhere® or the Advancial Mobile App:
    1. Log in to cuAnywhere® Online Banking or the Advancial Mobile App
    2. Select Card Management > Card Maintenance
    3. Click Card Activation and follow the steps provided
    1. Log in to cuAnywhere® Online Banking or the Advancial Mobile App
    2. Select Card Management > Card Maintenance
    3. For cuAnywhere, click PIN Management
    4. Select the card in which you’d like to change your PIN and click Continue
    5. Enter your new PIN and click Save
    6. For the Advancial Mobile App, click PIN Set and follow the same steps mentioned above
    You can also contact our Member Service Center at 800.322.2709, or 1+ 214.880.0141 for international calling, and say “change my debit card PIN”. Please have your card handy.
    If you’ve lost your card or believe it has been stolen, lock your card in cuAnywhere® Online Banking or the Advancial Mobile App immediately. You can also contact our Member Service Center at 800.322.2709 and speak with a Member Service Representative who will be able to lock your card and order you a new one.

    To lock your card in cuAnywhere® or the Advancial Mobile App, follow these steps:
    1. Log in to cuAnywhere® Online Banking or the Advancial Mobile App
    2. Select Card Management > Card Controls
    3. Select or add the card in which you’d like to lock
    4. For cuAnywhere®, click Lock or Unlock the card
    5. For the Advancial Mobile App, click the icon so that it shows Locked
    6. If you find your card, simply use the same steps to unlock it and begin using it again
    If you know your card has been stolen, follow these steps:
    1. Log in to cuAnywhere® Online Banking or the Advancial Mobile App
    2. Select Card Management > Card Maintenance
    3. For cuAnywhere®, click Block Lost/Stolen Card
    4. For the Advancial Mobile App, click Card Blocking
    5. Select the card in which you’d like to block and click Block or Submit
    If you use your Visa® debit card to make purchases, the merchant may put a hold on your account for the purchase amount. Once the charge comes through on your account, the hold is released.
    Yes, all of our checking accounts allow you to use any ATM worldwide, whether it’s an Advancial ATM or an ATM from another financial institution, for free. If you are charged ATM fees from another financial institution, we will automatically reimburse those fees.
    Simply click here and enter Advancial’s routing number (311078857), enter the account number you’d like to order checks for and your zip code.

    You may also contact your local branch, our Member Service Center or order them in cuAnywhere® Online Banking.
    To order through cuAnywhere:
    1. Log in to cuAnywhere® Online Banking
    2. Select Manage > Order Checks
    3. Select the account in which you’d like to order checks
    4. Fill out the information on the check order page you’re redirected to

    Dinero Teens: A Guide to Tipping
    Knowing how and when to tip is a key part of growing up. Tipping is a way to show appreciation for good service and support people in jobs that often rely on tips to make a decent living. Here's a guide to help you navigate the sometimes-confusing world of tipping etiquette.
    August 09, 2024

    Dinero Teens: Check-Writing 101
    In an era of digital payments, you may not regularly need to write a check to complete a purchase. But at some point, you will likely want or need to write a check because it’s the best option available.
    October 03, 2023

    Dinero Teens: How to Make Money Management Less Confusing
    If you think managing your money is challenging, you’re not alone! Nearly three-quarters of teens (74%) say they’re not confident about their personal finance knowledge, according to a recent survey.
    August 30, 2023

    Dinero Teens: What's a Credit Score?
    While you may know a lot about test scores, how much do you know about credit scores? One day, these scores will have an important influence over financial matters in your life, so it pays to learn about them sooner rather than later.
    September 18, 2023
    1 Earn one point for every $5 spent on all non-PIN-based transactions.
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