Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions ... in the U.S. according to the National Credit Union Administration, so if you’re looking to join a credit union, you’ve got options.

Banks are the default location for your money so you can earn a (depressingly small) amount of interest, have a place ... of a credit union is that you become a co-owner when you join.

But do you need an established checking account to have a credit card ... Even your local bank or credit union may offer credit card products. When searching for the best credit card for your ...