Bill Angelini – 1166 FCU Member Spotlight

Bill Angelini

Bill Angelini is a dedicated Greenwich Township Fire Official who has maintained a loyal membership with 1166 Federal Credit Union for four decades. He utilizes the institution for a wide range of financial needs, including auto loans, building refinancing, and high-yield CDs, while leveraging payroll deductions for easy saving. Despite the convenience of digital banking, Bill visits the branch weekly because he highly values the competitive rates and the personalized, "first-name" service provided by the staff.

For the past 40 years, this credit union has been a real pleasure to come into. I could do a lot of transactions from my computer and by phone, but I enjoy seeing a live person, and especially the crew of today.”

 

What are some important moments or financial milestones in your life where 1166 FCU played a role?

 

Several car loans, refinanced my building loan, savings CD, and also payroll deduction were great!

 

What makes this credit union different from other financial institutions?

 

I always liked credit unions more than banks. I had both at different times, along with 1166, but 1166 always had better rates.

 

What does being a member mean to you?

 

A lot! I am treated very well. I’m at the facility at least once a week, and they all greet me with a smile and know me by name. That is important to me.

 

If you had to describe the credit union, what would you say?

 

Great group to do business with.

 

What would you say to someone considering becoming a member today?

 

I always tell people about the warm feel of the people working with you and how it’s competitive.