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why U should join United in Arkansas
Looking for a banking change? Come visit us at any one of our six Arkansas branch locations. Proudly serving over 34,000 Arkansans, United is honored to be the trusted choice for so many in The Natural State.
local credit union serving members in Arkansas
voted as 'best credit union' every year since 2021
Since 2015, United has proudly served Members throughout The Natural State — with a special commitment to those living and working in Northwest Arkansas and the greater River Valley. With over a decade of experience in Arkansas, we understand what matters most to hard-working Arkansans when it comes to their financial partner: security, low fees, competitive rates, convenient locations, and simplicity — all items United goes above and beyond on to deliver to its Members.
Voted as 'Best Credit Union' by readers of the River Valley Democrat Gazette and Southwest Times Record every year since 2021, United is proud to be the top choice of so many of your friends, neighbors, and family members. In fact, over 34,000 Arkansans have already made the conscious choice to choose United—it may be time you give it some thought too.
our most popular products
Ultra Checking
up to
5.00%
APY1
on balances up to $10,000 after you meet a few easy monthly requirements.
Our Ultra Checking is the ideal checking account for those who regularly keep a balance in their account and are looking to earn a high rate of return on their money.
Rewards Checking
earn
$3=1
reward point2
which, then as points rack up, become redeemable for cash back.
Our Rewards Checking is the ideal checking account for those less interested in a dividend rate and more motivated by reward points redeemable for cash back.
U First Visa® Credit Card
intro offer
0%
APR3
for the first 6 months on purchases and balance transfers then as low as 11.24%4
Our U First Visa® Credit Card is ideal for those who carry a balance month-to-month, offering a competitive low interest rate with no annual or balance transfer fees.
find your nearby branch locations
offering six convenient Arkansas locations to serve U
With nearly 40 locations across seven states, including six right here in Arkansas, you're never far from a United branch. Plus, as a United Member, through a partnership with CO-OP, you also have access to 5,000+ shared branches and 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs nationwide.1 To learn more about surcharge free ATMs and Shared Branches, click here.
meet your local Arkansas team
| Jill GoldingSenior Market Development Manager |
| Kyle HathawaySenior Market Development Manager |
| Maria BalderasS Thompson Branch Manager |
| Ron JohnsonHar-Ber Meadows Branch Manager |
| Savanah ConawayRogers Ave Branch Manager |
| Sharon HaywoodVan Buren Branch Manager |
| Stacy WarrenPromenade Branch Manager |
| Stephanie RiffleRegional Vice President |
| Yolanda SimpkinsJenny Lind Branch Manager |
supporting the Arkansas community
At United, we are passionate about creating strong communities and supporting programs related to making a difference in the neighborhoods we call home. That’s why you’ll often see Team United out in the community—donating our time, sharing our talents, and contributing resources to make a lasting impact.
Recently, United has proudly supported the following local organizations and events in Arkansas—either through financial contributions or hands-on volunteer efforts:
- Arkansas Children's Northwest
- Boys & Girls Club of Benton County
- Boys & Girls Club of Van Buren
- CASA of Northwest Arkansas
- Champions for Kids
- Children & Family Advocacy Center
- Elizabeth Richardson Center
- Fayetteville Boys & Girls Club
- For the Love NWA
- Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club
- Get REAL
- Girls Inc of Fort Smith
- Hope Cancer Resources
- Monarch 61
- NW Arkansas Food Bank
- Saving Grace NWA
- United Way of Fort Smith
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[1] Annual Percentage Yield (APY) accurate as of the last dividend declaration date. 5.00% APY earned on the portion of your daily balance that is less than or equal to $10,000 if monthly requirements for Bonus APY are met; 0.05% APY earned on the portion of your daily balance that is less than or equal to $10,000 if monthly requirements are not met; 0.10% APY earned on the portion of your daily balance that is greater than $10,000. Monthly requirements for Bonus APY: (a) a combined total of at least 20 cleared signature (swipe and sign) credit transactions/non-PIN based debit card transactions on this Ultra Checking account and cleared credit transactions on a U Boost, U First, or U Rewards credit card account for which the owner of this account who will receive the tax statement (“Tax Reported Owner”) is a cardholder are posted by 11:59 PM ET on the second to last calendar day of the dividend period; (b) 1 direct deposit to or electronic auto payment (ACH) from this Ultra Checking account is posted by 11:59 PM ET on the second to last calendar day of the dividend period; and (c) active enrollment in e-statements. Rates may change after account is opened. Minimum deposit required to open account is $50.00. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. One account per Member.
[2] Subject to CardPerks Terms and Conditions. View Terms and Conditions for more information.
[3] APR=Annual Percentage Rate. Rates may vary and are subject to change. Rates determined by applicant’s creditworthiness and are subject to credit approval. Six-month introductory 0.00% APR rate on new purchases and balance transfers is only available for new U First credit cards.
[4] Rates after introductory period between 11.24% - 18.00% APR; rates may vary. Rate determined by applicant’s creditworthiness.